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[Vide Notification dated 14th September, 2006]
FORM – I
FOR
CHANDIGARH HOUSING BOARD
Proposed U.T. Employees Housing Scheme

at
Sector - 53, Chandigarh, India.
Prepared By
M/s. Mitcon Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd.

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M/s. Chandigarh Housing Board
(FORM -1, 3-BR U.T Employees Housing Scheme)
FORM 1
Basic Information
Serial Item Details

Number
1. Name of the project/s Construction of Three Bed
Room U. T Employees
Housing Scheme at Sector:-
53, Chandigarh.
2. S. No. in the Schedule The Project falls under
Category “B” of project activity
no. 8(b) of construction
projects in category ( > 50 Ha
and buildup area) >1,50.000
sq.mts ++
3 Proposed capacity /area/length To provide 252 D.U (Three
/tonnage to be handled/command Bed Room) at Sector:-53,
area/lease are/number of wells to be Chandigarh.
drilled
4. New/Expansion/Modernization New
5. Existing capacity/Area etc. 11.79 Acres
6. Category of Project i.e. “A” or “B” B category
7. Does it attract the general condition? If No

yes, please specify.
8 Does it attract the specific condition? If No
yes, please specify
9 Location Sector:-53, Chandigarh.
Plot /Survey/Khasra No. Plot Area 11.79 Acres at

Sector – 53, Chandigarh.
Village Sector – 53, Chandigarh.
Tehsil -
District U.T.
State Chandigarh.
10 Nearest railway station/airport along Chandigarh Railway Station

the distance in Kms. @ 13 Km and Chandigarh
Airport @ 10 Km
11 Nearest Town, city, District Head Chandigarh U.T.
quarters along with distance in kms.
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12 Village Panchyat, Zila Parishad, -
Municipal Corporation, Local body
(complete postal address with
telephone nos. to be given).
13 Name of the applicant. Chandigarh Housing Scheme
Er. A.K Nanda,
14 Registered Address
Executive Engineer-II,
Chandigarh Housing Board,
8 Jan Marg, Sector 9,
Chandigarh.
15 Name Er Mr. A.K Nanda,
Designation Executive Engineer-II ,
Address Chandigarh Housing Board,

8 Jan Marg, Sector 9,
Chandigarh.
Pin Code 160017
E-mail [email protected]
Telephone No. 0172-4601718
Fax No. 0172-4601738
16 Details of alternative sites examined, if

The site is alternation by the
any Location of these site should be Chandigarh administration as
shown on a topo sheet per the city master plan
17 Interlinked Projects There is no Interlinked
Projects
18 Whether separate application of N.A.
interlinked project has been submitted.
19 If yes, date of submission. N.A.
20 If no, reason N.A.
21 Whether the proposal involves Out of total plot area 11.79

approval /clearance under: if yes, Acres proposal involves some
details of the same and their status to clearance are as fallows:-
be given.
a) The Forest (Conservation) Act. a) No forest land.
1980?
b) The wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?b) The wild life protection Act,
c) The C.R.Z. Notification, 1991? 1972 clearance obtained.
c) The C.R.Z. Notification,
1991 is not applicable to
project.
22 Whether there is any Government Layout and architectural plan
Order/Policy relevant /relating to the Conceptual plan Approved by
site? the Chief Architect. U.T.
Chandigarh (Annexure)
23 Forest land involved (hectares) No forest land involved
24 Whether there is any litigation pending No litigation pending against

against the project and /or land in the project proponent or land
which the project is proposed to be set in which the project is
up? proposed.
a) Name of the Court
b) Case No.
c) Orders/directions of the Court, if
any and its relevance with the
proposed project.
The Following documents /drawings are enclosed as in annexure:-
1. Authorized signatory letter.

2. Approval of the ownership of the proposed project land from the competent
authority.
3. Approved estimate from the competent authority.
4. Approval of the Conceptual Plans, Parking plan and Landscape from Senior
Architect, CHB, Chandigarh.
5. Authenticated copy of map by the Chief Wildlife Warden, U.T. Chd. showing
the distance of the project site from the Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary and City
Bird Sanctuary is enclosed in Annexure..
6. Copy of application for wildlife clearance from the Standing committee of the
National Board for Wildlife, If the project located within the 10 km of Sukhana
Wildlife Sanctuary and City Bird Sanctuary is enclosed in Annexure..
7. An undertaking mentioning that no diversion of forestland is involved in the
project is enclosed in Annexure. .
8. The site photograph is enclosed in Annexure.
9. An undertaking /Correspondence from the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh
for the treated of sewerage for the project site. is enclosed in Annexure.
10. The Correspondence from the competent authority for permission of cutting
of trees is enclosed in Annexure.
11. Minutes of Meeting for rain water harvesting.
12. Laboratory approved by Ministry of Environment & Forest, New Delhi.
a) The following shall be in inserted at the end, namely: -

(I) BASIC INFORMATION

Name of the project : Chandigarh Housing Scheme
Location / Site alternatives under : Sector – 53 , Chandigarh
consideration
Size of the Project * :
Plot area : (11.79 acre)
Expected cost of the project : Rs. 139.05 crores
Contact Information : Er. A.K Nanda,

Executive Engineer-II,
Chandigarh Housing Board,
8 Jan Marg, Sector 9, Chandigarh.
Ph. No. – 0172-4601718
Email ID – [email protected]
Screening Category : The Project falls under category “B” of
project activity no. 8(a) of Building and
Construction projects.
* Capacity corresponding to sectorial activity (such as production capacity for

manufacturing, mining lease area and production capacity for mineral production,
area for mineral exploration, length for linear transport infrastructure, generation
capacity for power generation etc.,)

(II) Activity
1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving
actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land
use, changes in water bodies, etc.)
Details thereof (with approximate
Sr. Information / Checklist Yes / quantities / rates, wherever
No. confirmation No possible) with source of information
data
1.1 Permanent or temporary change in No The proposed project shall be in
land use, land cover or topography accordance with the approved
including increase in intensity of land Development Plan of Chandigarh.
use (with respect to local land use There will be no significant changes
plan) in existing land use pattern by
proposed project. The construction
work shall start only after the
permission of Necessary Clearances.
1.2 Clearance of existing land, vegetation No The proposed site is a vacant land.
and buildings? The existing open land shall be
leveled and there will not be any
clearing of vegetation or buildings.
1.3 Creation of new land uses? No No creation of new land uses is

envisaged since the existing land use
of site is residential. There will be no
significant changes in existing land
use pattern by proposed project.
1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g. Yes Analysis of bore well water and soil
bore houses, soil testing? samples of site, soil testing and geo -
technical investigations has already
been carried out. Analysis report of
the same is attached in Annexure
1.5 Construction works? No At present, no construction activity is

going on at the site.
1.6 Demolition works? No The site is almost vacant and open

land. The project does not involve
any demolition work.

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1.7 Temporary sites used for construction No Majority of construction laborers will
works or housing of construction be floating and few laborers will be
workers? allowed to stay at site for them
temporary shelters and sanitation
facilities will be provided at the site.
1.8 Above ground buildings, structures or Yes The maximum height of the building
earthworks including linear structures, is 20.79 mtrs. from ground level
cut and fill or excavations Residential Building: Gr + 5/S+5
Excavation & filling will be done by
minimal use of machinery. Excavated
material will be used on site itself to
level the ground and fill the low lying
area.
1.9 Underground works including mining No No underground works including
or tunneling? mining or tunneling involved.
Only lay down of pipes and electric
cables.
Under ground water storage tank will
be provided for boosting water
pressure.
1.10 Reclamation works? No
Not Applicable
1.11 Dredging? No No Dredging shall be required as no
offshore area is involved.
1.12 Offshore structures? No No Offshore structures involved as no
offshore area is involved.
1.13 Production and manufacturing No No production / manufacturing
processes? involved since project is a residential
project.
1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or Yes Raw materials required for
materials? construction shall be stored at the
campus sites during construction
phase in temporary sheds.

data
1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal of Yes Total wastewater generation from the
solid waste or liquid effluents? project during operation phase will be
252 m3/day. The proponent will lay
down sewer lines and Sewage will be
discharged to the municipal sewer
line, it will be finally treated to the
central STP at Mohali.
The solid waste generated both during
construction and operational phase
will be disposed off at approved
landfill site of Municipal Corporation
Chandigarh
1.16 Facilities for long term housing of Yes The project shall consist of housing
operational workers? facilities for all categories only for the
employees of Chandigarh
Administration, Union Territory, and
Chandigarh.
1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during Yes A temporary increase in traffic may
construction or operation? result during construction phase due
to transport of personnel/ materials/
equipment.
During operation, based on
occupancy road traffic will be
additional.
1.18 New road, rail, air waterborne or other No It is intended to make maximum use
transport infrastructure including new of existing road network for
or altered routes and stations, ports, mobilization of man and materials,
airports etc? and then augment/ strengthen
existing roads.
1.19 Closure or diversion of existing No There will not be any closure or
transport routes or infrastructure diversion of existing transportation
leading to changes in traffic routes.
movements?

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1.20 New or diverted transmission lines or Yes New transmission as well as pipelines
pipelines? shall be required for facilitating
various infrastructure utilities for the
project.
1.21 Impoundment, damming, culverting, N No changes in the hydrology of
realignment or other changes to the watercourses / aquifers are
hydrology of watercourses or aquifers? envisaged.
1.22 Stream crossings? No The study area does not involve any
stream crossings.
1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water from No Both during construction & operation
ground or surface waters? phase, there will not be abstraction or
transfers of water from ground or
surface waters as the source of water
during construction phase shall be
municipal corporation both for
construction activity & for potable
water for workers. Also during
operation phase, the water source
shall be Municipal Water. Municipal
Corporation of Chandigarh provides
water from Bhakra Canal. However,
Tankers shall be used in case of
deficit.
1.24 Changes in water bodies or the land No The site shall be restored back to
surface affecting drainage or run-off? normal after construction and run off
from site shall be channelized
through storm water drains and
utilized for ground water recharge
hence no change in drainage pattern
is envisaged.
1.25 Transport of personnel or materials for Yes The existing road near by the site will
construction, operation or be utilized for the transportation of
decommissioning? material and personal.

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1.26 Long-term dismantling or No Proposed project does not involve
decommissioning or restoration any long-term dismantling or
works? decommissioning or restoration
works.
1.27 Ongoing activity during No No major impact on environment
decommissioning which could have an since project does not involve any
impact on the environment? decommissioning.
1.28 Influx of people to an area in either Yes Influx of the people will be temporary
temporarily or permanently? during the construction phase and
permanent during the operation
phase.
1.29 Introduction of alien species? No The green belt as per the
requirements of
MoEF/CPCB/Chandigarh
Administration norms will be
developed. Only native species will
be planted so no introduction of alien
species is anticipated.
1.30 Loss of native species or genetic No No Deforestation is involved and only
diversity? site clearance shall be taken up and
care shall be taken to avoid loss of
any native species or genetic
diversity.
1.31 Any other actions? No No other actions/activities envisaged

2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such
as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are
non-renewable or in short supply):

Sr. Information / checklist Yes
quantities/rates, wherever possible) with
No. confirmation /No
source of information data
2.1 Land especially undeveloped or Yes The proposed plot is a non- agricultural
agricultural land (ha) land. The existing land use pattern is
residential. There shall be no change in
land-use pattern due to proposed project.
2.2 Water (expected source & Yes Construction Phase:
competing users) unit: KLD Source: Municipal Water Supply
Total Water Requirement: 222.5 m3/day
Domestic use: 22.5m3/day
Construction activity: 200 m3/day
Operational Phase:
Source: Municipal Water Supply
Water requirement:
Total Water Requirement during operation
phase shall be = 252 m3/day
Domestic Water Requirement = 195.0
m3/day
Flushing Water Requirement = 57 m3/day
Landscaping requirement = By Tankers(As
per requirement)
2.3 Minerals (MT) No Not applicable
2.4 Construction material: stone, Yes The raw materials required during
aggregates, sand/soil (expected construction phase shall be Cement, sand,
source - MT) bricks, steel, glass etc which will be
purchase from local market.
2.5 Forests and timber (source - MT) No Not applicable

Sr. Information / checklist Yes
quantities/rates, wherever possible) with
No. confirmation /No
2.6 Energy including electricity and Yes Construction Phase: The power
fuels (source, competing users) requirement for construction phase shall be
Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW) around 3 phase 100 Kwatt from Electricity
Department, Union Territory Chandigarh
and (One Silent DG Set will be provided
150 KVA).
Operational Phase: Total Power
Requirement = 3 MW (Small Silent DG Set
will be provided 25 KVA).
Source: Electricity Department, Union
Territory
Chandigarh
2.7 Any other natural resources (use No Not applicable
appropriate standard units)
3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or

materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or
raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health.

Sr. Information / Checklist Yes / quantities /rates, wherever
data
3.1 Use of substances or materials, Yes The expected hazardous wastes shall
which are hazardous (as per MSIHC be lubricating oil & grease, required to
rules) to human health or the prevent friction in mechanical parts
environment (flora, fauna, and and spent oils, drums etc. The
Water supplies) quantities used shall be very low and
these chemicals / materials shall be
handled as per Hazardous waste
handling (2003) rules.
3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease or No Not Applicable
affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or
water borne diseases)
3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by Yes The living condition and welfare of the
changing living conditions? people will be improved.

Sr. Information / Checklist Yes / quantities /rates, wherever
data
3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who No Not Applicable
could be affected by the project e.g.
hospital patients, children, the
elderly etc.,
3.5 Any other causes No Not Applicable
4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or

decommissioning (MT / Month)

Sr. Information / Checklist Yes/
quantities /rates, wherever possible)
No. Confirmation No
with source of information data
4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine wastes No Not Applicable
4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or Yes Construction phase:
commercial wastes) The construction debris will be used
within the site for leveling purposes and
base layer preparation of internal
approach roads.
The domestic waste during construction
phase from the project is 40 kg/day, will
disposed off at approved landfill site of
Municipal Corporation Chandigarh.
Operation phase
Total Solid Waste generation from Entire
Project is 2.70 TPD
The solid waste generated during
operation phase will disposed off at
approved landfill site of Municipal
Corporation Chandigarh .

Sr. Information / Checklist Yes/
quantities /rates, wherever possible)
No. Confirmation No
4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per No Not Applicable because proposed project
Hazardous Waste Management is a Housing scheme project. However
Rules) very small quantity of hazardous waste
including spent oil or grease from pumps
and other machineries shall be generated
which will be handled as per Hazardous
Wastes (Management and Handling)
Rules.
4.4 Other industrial process wastes No Not Applicable
4.5 Surplus product No Not Applicable
4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge from No Not Applicable
effluent treatment
4.7 Construction or demolition wastes Yes Construction debris shall be generated
during construction phase, which shall be
used within the site for leveling purposes
and base course preparation of internal
approach roads.
4.8 Redundant machinery or equipment No No redundant machinery as the
construction and other equipments
involved shall be transported out of the
project area once the construction work is
over.
4.9 Contaminated soils or other No Not Applicable
materials
4.10 Agricultural wastes No Not Applicable.
4.11 Other Solid Wastes Yes Top soil will be stacked separately and
will be used for greenbelt development.

5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to
air (Kg/hr):
Sr. Information/Checklist
Yes/No quantities/rates, wherever possible)
No. Confirmation
5.1 Emissions from combustion of Yes During Construction phase emissions of
fossil fuels from stationary or fossil fuels shall be from use of
mobile sources Construction machineries and vehicles.
During Operation phase emissions will
be from use of vehicles for
transportation.
5.2 Emissions from production No There is no production as the proposed
processes project is residential project.
5.3 Emissions from materials handling Yes Dusting may occur during loading and
including storage or transport unloading of cement bags, sand etc
during construction phase. However
suitable mitigation measures like
sprinkling of water may be carried out to
control dusting.
5.4 Emissions from construction Yes During Construction phase emissions of
activities including plant and fossil fuels shall be from use of
equipment Construction machineries and vehicles.
5.5 Dust or odours from handling of Yes Dusting will occur during transportation
materials including construction and handling of construction materials
materials, sewage and waste However suitable mitigation measures
like sprinkling of water etc may be
carried out to control dusting.
No odour problem will occur from solid
waste since proper segregation and
mode of disposal is proposed for the
project.
5.6 Emissions from incineration of No Not applicable as incineration will not be
waste involved.
5.7 Emissions from burning of waste No Not Applicable.
in open air (e.g. slash materials,
construction debris)
5.8 Emissions from any other sources No Not envisaged.

6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:

Sr. Information/Checklist Yes quantities/rates, wherever possible)
No. confirmation /No with source of information data with
6.1 From operation of equipment e.g. Yes Noise expected during operation of
engines, ventilation plant, crushers pumps, compressors or lifts shall be
around 65 dB(A) The machineries
shall be enclosed in acoustic
enclosures which shall be as per
approved designs of Central Pollution
Control Board (CPCB)
6.2 From industrial or similar No Not Applicable.
processes
6.3 From construction or demolition Yes There will be marginal increase in
noise during construction work and it
shall be localized to work site. The
activities will be restricted to the
daytime. Personal protective
equipment will be provided and their
proper usage will be ensured for
hearing protection of the workers.
6.4 From blasting or piling No Not Applicable.
6.5 From construction or operational Yes There will be marginal noise

traffic generation from vehicle movement.
However, the noise levels will be less
than 75 dB(A) Further suitable
mitigation measures shall be proposed
to reduce the noise generated as a
result of construction or operation
traffic.
6.6 From lighting or cooling systems No Not Applicable
6.7 From any other sources No Not Applicable

7. Risks of Contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the
ground or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea:

Sr. Yes/ quantities /rates, wherever
Information/Checklist Confirmation
No. No possible) with source of
information data
7.1 From handling, storage, use or No The collection, treatment and
spillage of hazardous materials disposal of hazardous waste will be
as per Hazardous Waste
(Management & Handling)
amendment Rule, 2003 and hence no
adverse impact on land environment
is envisaged.
7.2 From discharge of sewage or other NO The quantity of domestic waste water
effluents to water or the land generated during construction phase
(expected mode and place of shall be treated via septic tank
discharge) connected to soak pit.
Total wastewater generation from the
project during operation phase will be
201.6 m3/day. The proponent will lay
down sewer lines and Sewage will be
discharged to the municipal sewer
line, it will be finally treated to the
central STP at Diggian, Mohali.
7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to No No Flue gas emissions are

Air into the land or into water envisaged.
The sewage shall be treated and
reused, by the municipal corporation,
Chandigarh; hence no impact on land
or water bodies is anticipated.
The solid waste shall be segregated
and handled as per rules of
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation.
Hence, no deposition of pollutants in
air, water or land is anticipated.
7.4 From any other sources No Not applicable
7.5 Is there a risk of long term build up of No No air emissions either flue or
Sr. Yes/ quantities /rates, wherever
Information/Checklist Confirmation
No. No possible) with source of
information data
pollutants in the environment from process are envisaged from the
these sources? proposed project.
The sewage shall be treated and
reused by the municipal corporation,
Mohali; hence no impact on land or
water bodies is anticipated.
The solid waste shall be segregated
and handled as per rules of
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation.
Hence, no risk of long term build up
of pollutants in the environment from
these sources is anticipated.
8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could

affect human health or the environment

Sr. Yes/
Information/Checklist confirmation quantities/rates, wherever possible)
No. No
8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires etc. No Not Applicable
from storage, handling, use or
production of hazardous substances
8.2 From any other causes No Not applicable
8.3 Could the project be affected by No Since the project falls under seismic
natural disasters causing zone – IV, the building will be
environmental damage (e.g. floods, designed as per seismic zone – IV
earthquakes, landslides, cloudburst norms. Further it is not flood prone or
etc)? landslide prone area. Hence, no risk
due to natural hazards is envisaged.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development)

which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative
impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality.

Sr. Information / Checklist Yes / quantities/rates, wherever
No. confirmation No possible) with source of
information data
9.1 Lead to development of supporting Yes The project shall set precedents for
facilities, ancillary development or further development of transport,
development stimulated by the communication, infra-structure and
project which could have impact on other developments in the area.
the environment e.g.:
• Supporting infrastructure (roads,
power supply, waste or waste-water
treatment, etc.)
• housing development
• extractive industries
• supply industries
• other
9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which No The proposed project will have
could have an impact on the marginal & negligible impact on the
environment. environment.
9.3 Set a precedent for later Yes The project shall set precedents for
developments further development of transport,
communication, infra-structure and
other developments in the area.
9.4 Have cumulative effects due to No Not envisaged.
proximity to other existing or planned
projects with similar effects

(III) Environmental Sensitivity
Sr. Areas Name/ Aerial distance (within 15 km.)

No. Identity Proposed project location
boundary
1 Areas protected under international No Not Applicable
conventions, national or local
legislation for their ecological,
landscape, cultural or other related
value.
2 Areas which are important or sensitive No Not Applicable
for ecological reasons - Wetlands,
watercourses or other water bodies,
coastal zone, biospheres, mountains,
forests.
3 Areas used by protected, important or No Not Applicable
sensitive species of flora or fauna for
breeding, nesting, foraging, resting,
over wintering, migration.
4 Inland, coastal, marine or Yes Sukhna Lake at 9 km on SW of
underground waters. project site
5 State, National boundaries. No Not Applicable
6 Routes or facilities used by the public Yes Police Station at 2.0 km on NE

for access to recreation or other of project site
tourist, pilgrim areas. Chandigarh airport at 10 km on
SEE of project site
Railway station at 13.0 km on S
of project site
7 Defense installations. No Not Applicable
8 Densely populated or built-up area. No Not Applicable
9 Areas occupied by sensitive man- Yes Schools, hospitals and small
made land uses (hospitals, schools, temples are observed in 10 kms
places of worship, community radius.
facilities)

Sr. Areas Name/ Aerial distance (within 15 km.)
No. Identity Proposed project location
boundary
10 Areas containing important, high No Not Applicable
quality or scarce resources (ground
water resources, surface resources,
forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism,
minerals)
11 Areas already subjected to pollution or No This is not a critically polluted
environmental damage. (those where area. The baseline environmental
existing legal environmental standards condition is within the permissible
are exceeded) limits.
12 Areas susceptible to natural hazard No The project falls under seismic
which could cause the project to zone IV. No risk due to natural
present environmental problems. hazards in envisaged.
(earthquakes, subsidence, landslides,
erosion, flooding or extreme or
adverse climatic conditions)
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[Vide Notification dated 14th September 2006]
FORM - IA
FOR
CHANDIGARH HOUSING BOARD
Proposed U.T. Employees Housing Scheme

at
Sector – 53, Chandigarh,
India.
Prepared By
M/s. Mitcon Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd
MUMBAI REGD. OFFICE AND R & D CENTRE
1402/1403, 14 th Floor, 1st, Floor, ‘Kubera Chambers’,

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Journal Marg, 211, Narriman Tel.: (020) 25533309/25534322
Point, Mumbai-400021 Tele Fax: (020) 25533206
Tel.: (022) 22828200,
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E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] Website: www.mitconindia.com

(FORM 1-A, 3-BR U.T Employees Housing Scheme)
FORM - I A
(ONLY FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS LISTED UNDER ITEM 8 OF THE
SCHEDULE)
Check List of Environmental Impacts
(Project proponents are required to provide full information and wherever necessary
attach explanatory notes with the Form and submit along with proposed
Environmental Management Plan & Monitoring Programme)
1 LAND ENVIRONMENT
1.1 Will the existing land use get significantly altered from the project that is
not consistent with the surroundings? (Proposed land use must conform
to the approved Master Plan / Development Plan of the area. Change of
land use if any and the statutory approval from the competent authority to
be submitted). Attach Maps of (i) site location, (ii) surrounding features of
the proposed site (within 500 meters) and (iii) the site (indicating levels &
contours) to appropriate scales. If not available attach only conceptual
plans.
Ans. No, there will not be any change in the existing land use pattern by proposed
Housing Scheme at site area. The project site is situated in Residential zone
and the proposed project is in accordance with approved Development Plan of
Chandigarh. Google aerial image and location map are shown below for clear
understanding of project location.
Master Layout is enclosed as Annexure I
Prepared By :- Mitcon Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd.

Google Map of Project Site
Site Sector-53

Location Map of Project Site
Prepared By: - Mitcon Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd.
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The surrounding features of the proposed site are as:

The project site is a flat terrain land.
Location Name Distance Direction from
from the Site the Site
( in Km.)
Hospital Chitanya Hospital 2.0 Km SEE
(Sector 44-c)
Police station Police Station 2.0 Km NE
(Sector 36)
Fire Station Industrial Area Fire 5.5 Km SEE
Station
Schools/College Yadvindra Public 1.5 Km S
School
Air port Chandigarh Air Port 8.0 Km SEE
Railway Station Mohali Railway 7.0Km S

Station
Bus stop ISBT (Sector 43) 0.5 Km E
Bank 1. Reserve Bank 6..0 Km NEE
of India
2. Allahabad Bank 6.0 Km NEE
3. Bank of India 6.0 Km NEE

4. State Bank of 6.0 Km NEE
India
5. ICICI Bank 6.5 Km NEE
Post Office Post Office (Sector 5.5 Km S
44, Chdi)
Others Sukhna Lake 8.0 Km E
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1.2 List out all the major project requirements in terms of the land area,
built up area, water consumption, power requirement, connectivity,
community facilities, parking needs etc.
Ans Major requirements of the project are listed below as:
Sr. Particular Demand

No.
A LAND AREA
1 Total Plot Area 47710.82 m2
11.79(Acres)
2 Ground Coverage 48373 m2
3 Permissible FAR 1.50
4 Total built up area (FAR Achieved) 1.14

5 Number of parking required 871 ECS
6 Number of parking provided 875 ECS
7 Built up area 117841.53 m2
8 Total units at General Housing Scheme 252 D.U.
9 Area under roads & Parking 28691.24 m2 (5.32Acre)
10 Area provided for Nursery school, Community 5382.27 m2 (1,33 Acre)
center, Boosting station
11 Area for Landscape 7103.50 m2 (1.77 Acre)
B PARKING PROVISION
1 Total Parking required in numbers 871 ECS
2 Total Parking provided in numbers 875 ECS
C WATER
I During Construction Phase
1 Domestic purposes 22.5 m3/day
2 Construction purposes 115 m3/day
Total Requirement 137.5 m3/day
II During Operation Phase
1 Total Water Requirement for General Housing 252 m3/day
Scheme
2 Domestic water requirement 195.3 m3/day
3 Flushing water requirement 57 m3/day
4 Landscaping Requirements By Tankers
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D POWER
1 During Construction Phase 3 phase 100 Kwatt
from Electricity
Department,
Union Territory
Chandigarh and (One
Silent DG Set will be
provided 150 KVA).
2 During Operation Phase Total Power
Requirement
= 3 MW from
Electricity Department,
Union Territory
(Small Silent DG Set
will
be provided 25 KVA).
1.3 What are the likely impacts of the proposed activity on the existing facilities
adjacent to the proposed site? (Such as open spaces, community facilities,
details of the existing land use, disturbance to the local ecology).
Ans. There is no significant adverse impact on existing facilities adjacent to the project
: site by the proposed project since adequate measures are proposed to mitigate
the impacts. Further the proposed project is in accordance with the City
Development Plan of Chandigarh and thereby no alteration in land use pattern of
the area shall be there. The proposed site is a vacant land and is not utilized for
any purpose.
1.4 Will there any significant land disturbance resulting in erosion, subsidence &
instability? (Details of soil type, slope analysis, vulnerability to subsidence,
seismicity etc may be given).
Ans.: No land disturbance resulting in the erosion, subsidence or instability shall occur
due to proposed project owing to proper construction practices, storm water
management and adequate soil management techniques.
The project site is a flat terrain land. To control soil erosion by rain water, ground
water recharging and adequate plantation is proposed at site. The project site
comes under Seismic Zone–IV and the building structure will be designed in
accordance with the norms.
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1.5 Will the proposal involve alteration of natural drainage systems? (Give
details on a contour map showing the natural drainage near the proposed
project site)
No, the proposed project will not alter the existing natural drainage system.
Ans:
Effective storm water drainage is available around the site and suitable rain and
storm water management practices shall be followed to maintain the exiting
drainage pattern. Ground water recharging is proposed to further reduce the
natural runoff at site.
1.6 What are the quantities of earthwork involved in the construction activity-
cutting, filling, reclamation etc. (Give details of the quantities of earthwork
involved, transport of fill materials from outside the site etc?)
Ans.: The excavated earthwork shall be used for refilling of foundation trenches and
balance earthwork shall be used for leveling of low lying areas and base course
preparation of internal approach roads. Top soil of the site will be collected at site
and reused for landscaping. Thus entire earthwork from excavation shall be used
within project premises only.
1.7 Give details regarding water supply, waste handling etc during the
construction period.
Ans.: Details of water supply and waste management during construction phase are
given below:
WATER
Source : Municipal Corporation
Total water requirement : 137.5 m3/day
Domestic requirement : 22.5 m3/day
Construction activity requirement : 115 m3/day
WASTE WATER TREATMENT & DISPOSAL
There will be no waste water generation from the construction activities. The only
source of wastewater during construction phase is from laborers use. Generated
sewage will be disposed off through septic tank connected to soak pit.
SOLID WASTE
Source: Domestic solid waste will generated from labours and small amount of
construction debris from construction activity.
Disposal: The domestic solid waste from laborers will be collected and stored in
collection bins and finally disposed off in a scientific manner at approved landfill
site which is maintained by Chandigarh Municipal Corporation. The entire
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construction waste will be used within the site for leveling purposes and base
course preparation of internal approach roads and surplus will be handed over to
authorized dealer..
1.8 Will the low lying areas & wetlands get altered? (Provide details of how low
lying and wetlands are getting modified from the proposed activity)
Ans.: No, there will be no alteration of low lying area and wetlands by the proposed
project.
1.9 Whether construction debris & waste during construction cause health
hazard? (Give quantities of various types of wastes generated during
construction including the construction labour and the means of disposal)
Ans.: No, there will be no health hazard from the construction debris and solid waste
since adequate precautionary measures are proposed to safeguard human health.
However, project authorities have proposed to provide face masks, gloves and
other personal protective equipments to prevent health hazard during construction
activities.
During the construction phase, approx. 75 workers per day will be working. Proper
septic tank and soak pit will be provided for disposal of waste water generated
from the labours.
The source of solid waste & their disposal measures are given below:
SOURCE:
Construction debris: Only Small quantity of construction waste will be generated
from the entire project. It includes waste concrete, excavated soil, broken bricks,
waste plaster, metallic scrap etc.
Domestic Solid Waste: Approximately 40 Kg/day from labour use. It includes food
waste, rubbish & other biodegradable waste.
DISPOSAL:
Construction Debris: It will be used for leveling the site.
Domestic solid waste: It will be collected and stored in collection bins and finally
disposed off at approved landfill site which is maintained by Chandigarh Municipal
Corporation.
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2. WATER ENVIRONMENT
2.1 Give the total quantity of water requirement for the proposed project with the
breakup of requirements for various uses. How will the water requirement
met? State the sources & quantities and furnish a water balance statement.
Ans.: DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE:
SOURCE:
Supply source : Municipal Water Supply / Tanker water
USAGE:
Total water requirement : 137.5 m3/day
Domestic water : 22.5 m3/day
Construction activity : 115 m3/day
DURING OPERATION PHASE:

SOURCE:
Supply Source : Municipal Water Supply/Tanker water
.
USAGE:
Total water requirement : 252 m3/day
Domestic water requirement : 195.3 m3/day
Flushing water requirement : 57 m3/day
Landscaping Requirement : Tanker water (As per requirement)
2.2 What is the capacity (dependable flow or yield) of the proposed source of
water?
Ans.: The prime source of water during construction and operation will be Municipal Water
supply System existing in the Sectorial planning. There will be no withdrawal of
ground water during construction and operational phases as Municipal Corporation
of Chandigarh provides water from Bhakra Canal. Tanker water may be used in case
to meet the balance demand of project if required.
2.3 What is the quality of water required, in case, the supply is not from a
municipal source? (Provide physical, chemical, biological characteristics with
class of water quality)
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Ans.: Municipal corporation of Chandigarh will provides water for construction and
operation phases.
Tanker water is proposed to be used during operation phase in case of short supply
or emergency.
2.4 How much of the water requirement can be met from the recycling of treated
wastewater? (Give the details of quantities, sources and usage)
Ans.: The waste-water generated is directly disposed to the municipal sewer line The
proponent will lay down sewer lines and Sewage will be discharged to the municipal
sewer line, it will be finally treated to the central STP at Mohali.
2.5 Will there be diversion of water from other users? (Please assess the impacts
of the project on other existing uses and quantities of consumption)
Ans.: No diversion of water from existing users is expected by the proposed project. The
prime source of water supply during operation will be Municipal water supply system
existing in the sectorial planning. In case of short supply or emergency to meet
balance water requirement, Tanker water will be used. There will be no withdrawal of
ground water during construction as Municipal corporation of Chandigarh provides
water. There will be no significant impact on ground water since ground water
recharging is proposed to control runoff.
2.6 What is the incremental pollution load from wastewater generated from the
proposed activity? (Give details of the quantities and composition of
wastewater generated from the proposed activity)
Ans.: Total wastewater generation from the project during operation phase will be 201.60
m3/day.The proponent will lay down sewer lines and connect the same to the
municipal sewer line; it will be finally treated to the STP.
2.7 Give details of the water requirements met from water harvesting? Furnish
details of the facilities created.
Ans.: No, Rain-water harvesting is proposed to conserve rain water Whereas due to higher
silt content the run-off landscaping, paved and other unpaved areas is diverted
through storm water drains and finally discharged to municipal storm water drain.
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2.8 What would be the impact of the land use changes occurring due to the
proposed project on the runoff characteristics (quantitative as well as
qualitative) of the area in the post construction phase on a long term basis?
Would it aggravate the problems of flooding or water logging in any way?
Ans.: No, adverse impact is envisaged due to change in land use by the project since
ground water recharging is proposed to control surface run off. Effective storm water
drainage system is available around the proposed site. The run off will be chanalised
properly through storm water drain and will be diverted to recharging pits. The
overflow of these pits will be diverted to municipal storm water drain.
2.9 What are the impacts of the proposal on the ground water? (Will there be
tapping of ground water; give the details of ground water table, recharging
capacity and approvals obtained from competent authority, if any)
Ans.: There will be no significant adverse impact on ground water since ground water
recharging is proposed to control surface runoff and conserve rain water. The prime
source of water supply during operation will be Municipal water supply system
existing in the planning. There will be no withdrawal of ground water during
construction and operational phases as Municipal corporation of Chandigarh
primarily provides water from Bhakra Canal. The average depth of ground water
table at site is 3.4 to 5.7 meters from ground surface at the time of investigation.
2.10 What precautions/measures are taken to prevent the run-off from construction
activities polluting land & aquifers? (Give details of quantities and the
measures taken to avoid the adverse impacts)
Ans.: Following measures are proposed in project to control run off from construction site:
Proper storm water drainage system comprising of lined drains is proposed.
Boundary wall will be constructed around the site.
Soak pits are proposed for safe disposal of domestic waste water during
construction phase.
Prevent the mixing of storm water runoff and sewage from labour camps.
Use of leak proof containers for storage of oil to avoid contamination of runoff.
2.11 How is the storm water from within the site managed?(State the provisions
made to avoid flooding of the area, details of the drainage facilities provided
along with a site layout indication contour levels)
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Ans.: Effective storm water drainage system has been proposed within the site. Ground
water recharging through percolation pits is proposed to control surface run off at
site. The rain water from terrace area shall be channelized to finally join ground
water recharge pits and the Excess rain water from other paved and unpaved areas
is channelized using internal storm water drains and finally lead to External municipal
storm water drains.
2.12 Will the deployment of construction labours particularly in the peak period
lead to unsanitary conditions around the project site ?(Justify with proper
explanation)
Ans.: No, there will be no unsanitary conditions arise since proper sanitation facilities i.e.
toilets will be provided for labours. There will be no labour camp. Local labours will
be employed during construction. Temporary Toilets will be provided which will be
connected to septic Tank. Sewage generated from labour toilets will be disposed off
through septic tank / soak pit and overflow of septic tank will be discharged into
Municipal sewer line.
2.13 What on-site facilities are provided for the collection, treatment & safe disposal
of sewage? (Give details of the quantities of wastewater generation, treatment
capacities with technology & facilities for recycling and disposal)
Ans.: Total wastewater generation from the project during operation phase will be 201.60
m3/day. The proponent will lay down sewer lines and connect the same to the city
sewer network that will carry the sewage & will be finally treated to the STP .
2.14. Give details of dual plumbing system if treated waste water is used for flushing
of toilets or any other use.
Ans.: No, there will not be any dual plumbing system as sewer lines are laid down and
connect the same to the sewer network that will carry the sewage to sewage
treatment plant.
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3. VEGETATION
3.1. Is there any threat of the project to the biodiversity? (Give a description of the
local ecosystem with its unique features, if any)
Ans.: No, there is no threat to the biodiversity due to the proposed project since no
endangered/rare species are found near project site. Further adequate plantation of
endemic species is proposed so as to retain diversity.
3.2. Will the construction involve extensive clearing or modification of

vegetation?(Provide a detailed account of the trees & vegetation affected by
the project)
Ans.: Cutting of trees is involved (permission is applied to concerned authority) and the
construction activity will not involve any being clearing of vegetation. Further Project
Proponent proposes tree plantation as per Chandigarh Administration guidelines.
3.3. What are the measures proposed to be taken to minimize the likely impacts on
important site features (Give details of proposal for tree plantation,
landscaping, creation of water bodies etc along with a layout plan to an
appropriate scale)
Ans.: As per the norms of Forest Department, Chandigarh Administration trees are to be
planted. Further about approx. 1.77 acres (15.01%) of the plot area shall be covered
under landscaping. Local and fast growing species shall be planted and Green Belt
will be developed for control of pollution and aesthetic view of the project site.
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4. FAUNA
4.1. Is there likely to be any displacement of fauna-both terrestrial and aquatic

or creation of barriers for their movement? Provide the details.
Ans.: No, there will be no displacement of aquatic animals by the proposed project.
There will be insignificant displacement of burrowing organisms from the project
site to near by areas. To mitigate the adverse impact, adequate number of trees
will be planted at site and green cover shall be provided for shelter of fauna.
4.2. Any direct or indirect impacts on the avifauna of the area? Provide details.
Ans.: No direct or indirect impact on avifauna is envisaged since very few cutting of
trees are involved; further plantation of additional trees shall serve as abode for
the avifauna.
4.3. Prescribe measures such as corridors, fish ladders etc. to mitigate adverse
impacts on fauna
Ans.: Prescribed measures such as corridors, fish ladders etc. are not applicable for
this project.
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5. AIR ENVIRONMENT
5.1. Will the project increase atmospheric concentration of gases & result in heat
islands? (Give details of background air quality levels with predicted values
based on dispersion models taking into account the increased traffic
generation as a result of the proposed constructions)
Ans.: This project will not result in any kind of heat islands due to vehicular emissions.
To reduce the gaseous emission from vehicle, proper entry/exit are proposed in
the project with adequate wide internal road. The ambient air quality at and around
the site is monitored and is shown in table below. Since the baseline ambient air
quality is well within the permissible limits, the resultant increment in gases
concentration will also be within the limits.
Analysis of Ambient air quality monitoring at site & within 10 Km radius

Sr. PM10 PM2.5 SO2 NOx CO
Content
No. µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3
At Project Site
1 Minimum 77 37 7 10 108
2 Maximum 82 35 17 18 127
3 Average 83 36 14 17 126
Within 10 Km Radius from project site
1 Minimum 56 24 12 11 97
2 Maximum 64 42 10 15 112
3 Average 66 41 9 13 118
TESTING CONDUCTED & REPORT PREPARED BY MITCON CONSULTANCY & ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD.
APPROVED LABORTAY BY MINISTRY OF ENVIORNMENT AND FOREST , NEW DELHI
5.2. What are the impacts on generation of dust, smoke, odours fumes or other
hazardous gases? Give details in relation to all the meteorological
parameters.
Ans.: There will be no any adverse impacts of generation of dust, smoke, odours fumes
or other hazardous gases. Adequate measures have been taken to keep control
dust, smoke and gases concentration.
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5.3. Will the proposal create shortage of parking space for vehicles? Furnish
details of the present level of transport infrastructure and measures
proposed for improvement including the traffic management at the entry &
exit to the project site.
Ans.: Necessary arrangement will be made for smooth entry and exit of vehicles.
Adequate parking space is proposed within the premises at surface level.
5.4. Provide details of the movement patterns with internal roads, bicycle tracks,
pedestrian pathways, footpaths etc., with areas under each category.
Ans.: Adequate provisions have been made in the internal roads for smooth vehicles entry
and exit and as well as pedestrian movements.
5.5. Will there be significant increase in traffic noise & vibrations? Give details of
the sources and the measures proposed for mitigation of the above.
Ans.: No, there will not be significant increase in traffic noise & vibrations. Proper
entries/exits are proposed in the project with adequate wide internal roads for
smooth traffic movement at site. Noise and smoke free DG set will only be used in
case of power failure at site.
Sr. No. Location of the Area Results of the Noise Level
A. Project site (Day Time 58.3 dB(A)
Leq)
B. Project site (Night Time 47.6 dB(A)
Leq)
TESTING CONDUCTED & REPORT PREPARED BY MITCON CONSULTANCY & ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD.
APPROVED LABORTAY BY MINISTRY OF ENVIORNMENT AND FOREST , NEW DELHI
5.6. What will be the impact of DG sets & other equipment on noise levels &
vibration in & ambient air quality around the project site? Provide details
Ans.: IMPACT:
Gaseous pollutants will be generated, which may cause air pollution.
Increase in background noise level.
MITIGATION MEASURES:
Noise and smoke free DG set will only be used during construction.
Sufficient tree plantation will be done which will act as noise barrier.
Earmuff / earplug will be provided to workers as a safe guard from noise.
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6. AESTHETICS
6.1. Will the proposed constructions in any way result in the obstruction of a view,
scenic amenity or landscapes? Are these considerations taken into account
by the proponents?
Ans.: The proposed construction activity will not result in the obstruction of a view, scenic
amenity or landscapes. But better designed structure and well planed landscape for
add up aesthetics of that zone. The project is proposed after consideration of all
such components.
6.2. Will there be any adverse impacts from new constructions on the existing
structures? What are the considerations taken into account?
Ans.: No, there will not be any adverse impact of the proposed construction on existing
structures. The project site is a vacant land. The various factors considered while
designing the project are as under:
1. Carrying capacity of existing road.
2. Vehicular density.
3. Water availability.
4. Better ambient air quality.
6.3. Whether there are any local considerations of urban form & urban design
influencing the design criteria? They may be explicitly spelt out.
Ans.: The project is designed in accordance with Development Control Regulations of the
concerned authority and following features are incorporated in project like Building
Setback, Building height and open space reservation, etc.
6.4. Are there any anthropological or archaeological sites or artifacts nearby?

State if any other significant features in the vicinity of the proposed site have
been considered.
Ans.: No, there are no archeological sites available near the project site.
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7. SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASPECTS
7.1. Will the proposal result in any changes to the demographic structure of
local population? Provide the details.
Ans.: No, there will not be any significant change in demographic structure of local
population by the proposed project.
7.2. Give details of the existing social infrastructure around the proposed project.
Ans.: There is lot of social infrastructure existing around the proposed site.
7.3. Will the project cause adverse effects on local communities, disturbance to
sacred sites or other cultural values? What are the safeguards proposed?
Ans.: No, there will be no adverse effects on local communities, sacred sites or other
cultural values. Adequate safeguard measures have been proposed in EMP.
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8. BUILDING MATERIALS
8.1. May involve the use of building materials with high-embodied energy. Are the
construction materials produced with energy efficient processes? (Give details
of energy conservation measures in the selection of building materials and their
energy efficiency)
Ans.: The basic engineering materials like cement, sand, steel and bricks/blocks will be
purchase locally. However finishing materials will be purchased keeping in mind the
energy conservation aspects.
8.2. Transport and handling of materials during construction may result in pollution,
noise & public nuisance. What measures are taken to minimize the impacts?
Ans.: Following steps will be taken to avoid pollution:

Use of barricading the periphery by corrugated tin sheet.
Sprinkling of water on road side to avoid dust pollution.
Proper traffic management plan will be provided.
Construction activities will be carried out during day time only.
The various steps proposed to mitigate the anticipated impacts are as under:
To Control dusting –
a. Sprinkling of water on road side.
b. Barricade the site periphery by corrugated tin sheet so as to confine dust.
c. Dust mask will be provided to workers.
To Control Gaseous emissions –
a. Vehicle carrying materials to be transported must have PUC certificate.
b. Provision for entry & exit for smooth vehicle movement.
c. Heavy vehicle movement will be allowed only during night time.
To control Noise generation –
a. Barricade site periphery by corrugated tin sheet so as to confine noise
within site.
b. Ear muff/ear plug will be provided to workers.
8.3. Are recycled materials used in roads and structures? State the extent of savings
achieved?
Ans.: The excavated soil will be used for leveling the site and top soil will be conserved for
landscaping. Cement shall also be used in this project. Preference shall be given to fly-
ash bricks subject to availability.
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8.4. Give details of the methods of collection, segregation & disposal of the garbage
generated during the operation phases of the project.
Ans.: The wastes shall be segregated on the basis of dry & wet waste and will be disposed
off at approved landfill sites.
9. ENERGY CONSERVATION
9.1. Give details of the power requirements, source of supply, backup source etc.
What is the energy consumption assumed per square foot of built-up area?
How have you tried to minimize energy consumption?
Ans.: Power Requirement:
 Source: Electricity Department U.T. Chandigarh
 During construction phase power requirement will be
100 KVA from Electricity Department, Union Territory (One Silent DG Set will be
provided 150 KVA)
 During operational phase power requirement will be 3 MW from Electricity
Department, Union Territory (Small Silent DG Set 25 KVA will be provided for the
backup for lifts and common area lighting).
Transformer Details:
 Transformers/LD System shall be provided by Electricity Department U.T.
Chandigarh
 Distance between Building and Transformer will be provided by U.T. Electricity
Department as per IS Codes.
 No air conditioning has been proposed.
Energy Conservation Measures:

 Minimum light points and power consuming apparatus have been proposed.
 Adequate use of internal light and air has been made by planning the blocks of
houses in the sun/wind direction.
 Energy efficient LED street light fixtures have been proposed in the street lighting
 Energy saving shall be made by the use of electronic timers in the automatic off/on
operation of the street lighting.
9.2. What type of, and capacity of, power back-up do you plan to provide?
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Ans.: Power backup will be provided by installing of Small Silent DG Set 25 KVA for lifts
and common area lighting for Developing Units.
9.3. What are the characteristics of the glass you plan to use? Provide
specifications of its characteristics related to both short wave and long wave
radiation?
Ans.: Glass used for the buildings and residences
9.4. What passive solar architectural features are being used in the building?
Illustrate the applications made in the proposed project.
Ans.: Orientation of Buildings and Elevation Features are planned to provide shading effect.
The proposed project will permit maximum daylight to interior to minimize overall
energy consumption. These features will also minimize the impact of climate both in
summer and in winter and as a result, the use of electricity will likely to be reduced.
9.5. Does the layout of streets & buildings maximize the potential for solar energy
devices? Have you considered the use of street lighting, emergency lighting
and solar hot water systems for use in the building complex? Substantiate with
details.
Ans.: Solar hot water system will be provided for the Developing Units.
9.6. Is shading effectively used to reduce cooling/heating loads? What principles

have been used to maximize the shading of Walls on the East and the West and
the Roof? How much energy saving has been effected?
Ans.: Depending upon the site condition & location, efforts will be made by the architects to
maximize the shading of walls and the roofs.
9.7. Do the structures use energy-efficient space conditioning, lighting and

mechanical systems? Provide technical details. Provide details of the
transformers and motor efficiencies, lighting intensity and air-conditioning load
assumptions? Are you using CFC and HCFC free chillers? Provide
specifications.
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Ans.: There will be significant use of energy efficient space conditioning, lighting and
mechanical systems. Energy efficient space conditioning, lighting and mechanical
systems are planned in conformity with Energy Conservation Building by Laws.
Following measures are proposed:

 Energy Efficient LED fittings have been proposed for street lighting
 Minimum light points and power consuming plug points have been proposed.
 Adequate use of internal light and air has been made by planning the blocks of
houses in the sun/wind direction.
 Energy saving shall be made by the use of electronic timers in the automatic
off/on operation of the street lighting.
Transformer Details:
 Transformers/LD System shall be provided by Chandigarh Administration,
Chandigarh.
 Distance between Building and Transformer will be as per Indian Electricity
Rules.
9.8. What are the likely effects of the building activity in altering the micro-
climates? Provide a self assessment on the likely impacts of the proposed
construction on creation of heat island & inversion effects?
Ans.: There will be no adverse effect on micro-climate by the building activity. Also it will not
have any significant impact on creation of hot island and inversion effects owing to
following reasons:
1. Adequate open spacing shall be provided.
2. Selection of proper building materials.
3. Adequate green belt around the structure.
9.9. What are the thermal characteristics of the building envelope? (a) roof; (b)
external walls; and (c) fenestration? Give details of the material used and the U-
values or the R values of the individual components.
Ans.: Roof will be of high quality concrete and walls will be of brick masonary as per the
NBC rules 2005.
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9.10. What precautions & safety measures are proposed against fire hazards?
Furnish details of emergency plans.
Ans.: Efficient fire fighting system is proposed as per NBC norms.
During Construction Phase:
Fire fighting measures like sand buckets will be provided.
During Operational phase:
1. Layout of plan is such that the fire tenders can move easily around the blocks
for fire safety measures.
2. Fire fighting equipments like sand buckets will be provided.
3. Pressurization of staircases
4. Smoke extraction for basements and assembly areas.
9.11. If you are using glass as wall material provides details and specifications
including emissivity and thermal characteristics.
Ans.: As the proposed project is a General housing scheme, simple low emissivity glass will
be used. It, will have the following specifications:
For Glass – U Value: .88 Btu/hr/ Sqft. /F. for ¼ Gray - reflective Glass.
Glass Shading Coefficient : 0.88 Btu/hr/Sqft./F
9.12. What is the rate of air infiltration into the building? Provide details of how you
are mitigating the effects of infiltration.
Ans.:  Proper Ventilation will be providing in rooms. Air changes/hour is as per Bureau
of Indian Standards (National Building Code, 2005)/ Chandigarh Administration,
Chandigarh by laws.
9.13. To what extent the non-conventional energy technologies are utilized in the
overall energy consumption? Provide details of the renewable energy
technologies used.
Ans.: Solar water heater system will be installed in Developing Units. .
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10. ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Environment Management Plan would consist of all mitigation measures

for each item wise activity to be undertaken during the construction, operation
and the entire life cycle to minimize adverse environmental impacts as a result
of the activities of the project. It would also delineate the environmental
monitoring plan for compliance of various environmental regulations. It will
state the steps to be taken in case of emergency such as accidents at the site
including fire.
Ans.: The Management plan for various environmental components i.e. Land, Water, Air,
Traffic and Socio-Economic etc. is given below.
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ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Sr. Environmental Potential Potential source of Controls though EMP and Design Impact
No. Component Impacts Impact Evaluation
1. Water Water Construction Phase Septic tank will be provided and disposed into No adverse
contamination Domestic waste water municipal sewer line. impact
from workers
Surface runoff from site. Silt traps and diversion ditches will be No adverse
constructed to control surface run off. impact
Operation phase Generated sewage will be transferred to No adverse

Discharge of domestic sewer lines and connect the same to the city impact
wastewater. sewer network that will carry the sewage to
terminal Sewage Treatment Plant at Diggian,
Mohali.
Surface runoff from site Rain water harvesting – ground water Positive impact.
recharging will be done through percolation
pits thereby prevent run off and facilitate
water percolation.

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2. Air Quality Dust Emission Construction Phase Dust mask will be provided to prevent worker Temporary &
Construction activities exposure of dust. insignificant
Barricading the site periphery by tin sheets. impact.
Sprinkling of water will be done for dust
suppression.
Gaseous Construction equipments Periodic maintenance of construction Temporary &
emissions of and vehicular movement. equipments will be done. insignificant
pollutants i.e. Heavy vehicle must be checked for PUC impact.
SPM, SO2, certificate.
NOx and HC
Gaseous Operation Phase The electricity will be obtained from No significant
emissions of Chandigarh Electricity Department . impact
SPM, SO2, Emissions from vehicular Adequate wide approach road is proposed for No significant
NOx and HC. traffic. smooth vehicular movement. Road side impact
plantation will further act as sink to gaseous
emission.
3. Noise Increase in Construction Phase Use of well-maintained equipment fitted with No significant
noise level. Operation of construction silencers. impact.

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equipments and vehicular Providing noise shields near the heavy
movement. construction operations.
Noisy operations will be limited to day time
only.
Ear plug and muffs will be provided to
workers.
Operation Phase Wide road and ample parking space will be No significant
Vehicles movement provided to reduce vehicular noise impact
D.G. sets operations DG set will be used during operation phase as No significant
per the norms CPCB/SPCB .. impact
4. Land Land Construction Phase Construction debris will be collected and used No significant
contamination Disposal of construction for leveling the site. impact.
by debris & solid waste. Solid waste from labours use will be colleted
construction in collection bins and disposed off to
debris and approved municipal landfill site.
solid waste. Excavated soil Top soil will be used for landscaping No significant
impact.
Metallic waste Metallic waste will be sold to vendors for No significant

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reprocessing Impact.
Operation Phase Efficient solid waste collection and storage No significant

Municipal solid waste like facility is proposed. impact
rubbish, paper, plastic Solid waste will be collected and stored No impact.
garbage etc. in collection bins and finally disposed off No significant
in a scientific manner at approved landfill impact.
site of M.C which is maintained by Compost
Municipal Corporation. material will be
used as manure
in landscaping.
Construction Phase --
No significant
5. Ecology Site Development There is a plain terrain
Impact
during construction
Operational Phase Suitable green belt will be developed as --
Increase of green per landscaping plan at site.
cover
Increase of Construction Phase Heavy Vehicular movement will be --
6. Traffic Pattern
vehicular Heavy Vehicular restricted to daytime as per Chandigarh

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movements movement at site Administration , Chandigarh bylaws
.
parking facility will be provided.
Operational Phase Vehicular movement will be regulated --
Vehicular Movement inside the site with adequate roads and
parking space.
Increase in Construction Phase --
Socio- Job Job opportunities for Job opportunity will be increased for
7.
Economic opportunities the local residents local persons.

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[Vide Notification dated 14th September, 2006]

CHANDIGARH HOUSING BOARD

Proposed U.T. Employees Housing Scheme

M/s. Mitcon Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd.

1402/1403, 14 th Floor, 1st, Floor, ‘Kubera Chambers’,

E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] Website: www.mitconindia.com

Serial Item Details

5. Existing capacity/Area etc. 11.79 Acres

6. Category of Project i.e. “A” or “B” B category

7. Does it attract the general condition? If No

Plot /Survey/Khasra No. Plot Area 11.79 Acres at

Village Sector – 53, Chandigarh.

10 Nearest railway station/airport along Chandigarh Railway Station

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Address Chandigarh Housing Board,

Fax No. 0172-4601738

16 Details of alternative sites examined, if

20 If no, reason N.A.

21 Whether the proposal involves Out of total plot area 11.79

23 Forest land involved (hectares) No forest land involved

24 Whether there is any litigation pending No litigation pending against

The Following documents /drawings are enclosed as in annexure:-

1. Authorized signatory letter.

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(I) BASIC INFORMATION

Contact Information : Er. A.K Nanda,

* Capacity corresponding to sectorial activity (such as production capacity for

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1.3 Creation of new land uses? No No creation of new land uses is

1.5 Construction works? No At present, no construction activity is

1.6 Demolition works? No The site is almost vacant and open

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Details thereof (with approximate

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3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or

Details thereof (with approximate

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4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or

Details thereof (with approximate

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6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat:

Details thereof (with approximate

6.4 From blasting or piling No Not Applicable.

6.5 From construction or operational Yes There will be marginal noise

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Details thereof (with approximate

7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to No No Flue gas emissions are

8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could

Details thereof (with approximate

8.2 From any other causes No Not applicable

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9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development)

Details thereof (with approximate

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