FORM – IA

For

“IT CITY, Madhurawada”

(Mixed Development)

FEBRUARY – 2019

PROJECT PROPONENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Urban Infrastructure Development Authority Asset Management Limited (APUIAML) 4th Floor, NTR Administrative Block, Udyog Bhavan, Pandit Nehru Bus Stand, Vijayawada, Siripuram Junction, Andhra Pradesh - 520013.

Visakhapatnam 530003 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT: B.S. ENVI-TECH PVT. LTD., Secunderabad, Telangana. NABET Accreditation: NABET/EIA/1619/SA064 APPENDIX II (See paragraph 6) FORM-1 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 1.0 (Attach panoramic view of the Panoramic view of the Project site project site and the vicinity) and the vicinity is enclosed as Annexure- A1 1.1. Will the existing landuse get The present land use is vacant, significantly altered from the project has vegetation. that is not consistent with the surroundings? (Proposed landuse Vishakhapatnam Metropolitan must conform to the approved Region Development Authority Master Plan / Development Plan of (VMRDA) erstwhile the area. Change of landuse if any Visakhapatnam Urban and the statutory approval from the Development Authority (VUDA) competent authority are submitted). proposed to develop the IT City, Madhurawada having mixed development (IT/Commercial and residential) of a total Built up area 4,10,192.19 Sq.M on the Plot admeasuring 22 Acres 19 cents land under Survey No. 394/1.2p; 395/1p,2p;396 p;397 p of Madhurawada, Visakhapatnam Rural Mandal, Visakhapatnam District. Attach Maps of Location Map is given in (i) Site location, Annexure – A2 (ii) Surrounding features of Key Map showing Surrounding the proposed site (within features is given in Annexure – 500 meters) A3 (iii) The site (indicating levels

& contours) to appropriate 10km radius map showing scales. contours of the site and its If not available attach only

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conceptual plans. surroundings is given in Annexure – A4

Google Earth Imagery is given in Annexure – A5 1.2. List out all the major project The salient features of the requirements in terms of the land proposed project along with the area, built up area, water Master Plan are given in consumption, power requirement, Annexure – A6. connectivity, community facilities, parking needs etc. 1.3. What are the likely impacts of the The present land use is vacant, proposed activity on the existing has vegetation which has to be facilities adjacent to the proposed cleared before start of site? (Such as open spaces, construction community facilities, details of the existing landuse, disturbance to the Proposed project does not involve local ecology). any activities which cause disturbance to the ecology.

There will be temporary generation of fugitive dust and noise during the construction phase. Environmental Management Plan (EMP) will be implemented during the construction and operational phase of the project to mitigate the impacts. 1.4. Will there be any significant land There will be land disturbance, disturbance resulting in erosion, since below ground level subsidence & instability? excavation is planned. (Details of soil type, slope analysis, vulnerability to subsidence, seismicity etc may be given). 1.5. Will the proposal involve alteration No natural drains/nallahs are of natural drainage systems? (Give passing through the project site. details on a contour map showing However, the project site is on the the natural drainage near the hillock and a proper Storm Water proposed project site) Management System is planned. Construction of Garland Drain across the boundary the project

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site will trap the runoff water collected from hillock and provision is made to pass to the nearby lake. 1.6. What are the quantities of It is estimated that about earthwork involved in the 3,80,520 Cu.m of excavated earth construction activity-cutting, filling, will be generated. reclamation etc. (Give details of the quantities of earthwork involved, The excavated soil of about transport of fill materials from 3,27,305 Cu.m will be reused in outside the site etc) the project site.

The surplus excavated earth of about 53,216 Cu.m would be used for filling of low lying areas/leveling in the other project sites of VMRDA or will be disposed of to vendors.

Details will be furnished in the EIA Report 1.7. Give details regarding water supply, Domestic wastewater generated waste handling etc during the during construction phase will be construction period. disposed off to septic tank followed by soak pits. During construction phase, the construction debris will be used to a maximum extent for leveling and the surplus if any disposed to the local vendors/GVMC for further processing. Other used material will be suitably disposed. 1.8. Will the low-lying areas & wetlands Not Applicable get altered? (Provide details of how low lying and wetlands are getting modified from the proposed activity) 1.9. Whether construction debris & During construction phase, the waste during construction cause construction debris will be used health hazard? (Give quantities of to a maximum extent for leveling various types of wastes generated and the surplus if any disposed to during construction including the the local vendors/GVMC for construction labour and the means further processing. Other used of disposal) material will be suitably disposed. 4

2. WATER ENVIRONMENT 2.1. Give the total quantity of water Total water requirement during the requirement for the proposed operation of the project is project with the breakup of estimated to be about 1600 KLD. requirements for various uses. How will the water requirement met? The source of water is from Greater State the sources & quantities and Visakhapatnam Municipal furnish a water balance statement. Corporation

Details of the water requirement and wastewater generation will be given in the EIA Report. 2.2. What is the capacity (dependable The source of water is from Greater flow or yield) of the proposed source Visakhapatnam Municipal of water? Corporation 2.3. What is the quality of water The water received from GVMC is required, in case, the supply is not expected to be of potable water from a municipal source? (Provide quality and hence no further physical, chemical, biological treatment is envisaged. characteristics with class of water quality) 2.4. How much of the water Modular STP’s of a total capacity of requirement can be met from the about 1500 KLD is provided to recycling of treated wastewater? treat the wastewater. (Give the details of quantities, sources and usage) It is estimated that about 1350 KLD of treated wastewater will be generated from the STP.

The details will be provided in the EIA Report 2.5. Will there be diversion of water No from other users? (Please assess the impacts of the project on other existing uses and quantities of consumption) 2.6. What is the incremental pollution The wastewater generated will be load from wastewater generated treated in modular Sewage from the proposed activity? (Give Treatment Plants (STP) within details of the quantities and project premises and utilized for composition of wastewater non-potable uses like flushing, generated from the proposed greenbelt development within the 5

activity) project site. 2.7. Give details of the water The drainage pattern in the requirements met from water proposed project is from east to harvesting? Furnish details of the west direction. facilities created. A well connected isolated storm water drains has been designed to collect the rainwater from the entire project site. There will be rainfall runoff from building rooftops, roads, pavements, vacant land and greenbelt area.

Details of Rainwater Harvesting system will be furnished in the EIA 2.8. What would be the impact of the Details will be furnished during land use changes occurring due to EIA 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? 2.9. What are the impacts of the Details (if any) will be furnished in proposal on the ground water? (Will the EIA Report there be tapping of ground water; give the details of ground water table, recharging capacity, and approvals obtained from competent authority, if any) 2.10. What precautions/measures are The runoff from the construction taken to prevent the run-off from activities will be contained within construction activities polluting the project site by using garland land & aquifers? (Give details of drain and construction of sediment quantities and the measures taken ponds. No runoff will be disposed to avoid the adverse impacts) outside the project boundary. 2.11. How is the storm water from within A garland drain will be developed the site managed?(State the along with a sediment pond to provisions made to avoid flooding of control the runoff and soil erosion. the area, details of the drainage

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facilities provided along with a site layout indication contour levels) 2.12. Will the deployment of construction No. labourers particularly in the peak period lead to unsanitary Proper drinking water and conditions around the project site sanitation facilities will be provided (Justify with proper explanation) in the labour colony. 2.13. What on-site facilities are provided The wastewater generated during for the collection, treatment & safe the operation phase will be treated disposal of sewage? (Give details of in an STP. the quantities of wastewater generation, treatment capacities with technology & facilities for recycling and disposal). 2.14. Give details of dual plumbing About 1350 KLD of treated system if treated waste is used for wastewater is utilized within flushing of toilets of toilets or any project premises for Flushing and other use. greenbelt development in the vicinity.

3. VEGETATION 3.1. Is there any threat of the project to No. the biodiversity? (Give a description of the local ecosystem with it’s The present land use is vacant, unique features, if any) has shrub vegetation which has to be cleared before start of construction. 3.2. Will the construction involve No extensive clearing or modification of vegetation? (Provide a detailed The present land use is vacant, account of the trees & vegetation has shrub vegetation which has to affected by the project) be cleared before start of construction. 3.3. What are the measures proposed to It is proposed to take up tree be taken to minimize the likely planting and landscaping. impacts on important site features (Give details of proposal for tree Details will be furnished in the EIA plantation, landscaping, creation of Report. water bodies etc along with a layout plan to an appropriate scale)

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4. FAUNA 4.1. Is there likely to be any There will be temporary displacement of fauna- both disturbance during construction. terrestrial and aquatic or creation However, with the development of of barriers for their movement? landscaping and water bodies in Provide the details. the project will attract the avifauna. 4.2. Any direct or indirect impacts on No. the avifauna of the area? Provide details. The development of Green Belt and landscaping in the project will attract the avifauna. 4.3. Prescribe measures such as Not Applicable corridors, fish ladders etc to mitigate adverse impacts on fauna

5. AIR ENVIRONMENT 5.1. Will the project increase Multiple Diesel Generators of a atmospheric concentration of total capacity of 22,850 kVA gases & result in heat islands? capacity will be provided for (Give details of background air standby power during operation quality levels with predicted phase. values based on dispersion models taking into account the The DG set operation is to meet increased traffic generation as a emergency power requirements result of the proposed constructions) CPCB type approved DG sets will be utilized in the project. 5.2. What are the impacts on The sources of gaseous pollutants generation of dust, smoke, within the proposed project are odorous fumes or other hazardous D.G. sets and vehicular movement gases? Give details in relation to within the project site. The all the meteorological parameters. emissions of Sulphur Dioxide and Oxides of nitrogen will be due to the operation of the DG sets, in case of failure of the power.

In order to control the emissions of particulates during the operation of the DG sets, adequate stack height as per PCB guidelines will be provided for wider dispersion 8

into the atmosphere. Further adequate green belt and green cover will be provided to absorb the dust and gaseous emissions due to the traffic. 5.3. Will the proposal create shortage Parking for Two Wheeler and Four of parking space for vehicles? Wheeler are proposed to be Furnish details of the present provided in the Project. level of transport infrastructure and measures proposed for The details will be furnished in the improvement including the traffic EIA Report. management at the entry & exit to the project site. 5.4. Provide details of the movement IT CITY will be provided with patterns with internal roads, internal roads of adequate width bicycle tracks, pedestrian for smooth flow of vehicles. pathways, footpaths etc., with areas under each category. 5.5. Will there be significant increase Some noise pollution may be there in traffic noise & vibrations? Give due to the vehicular traffic. details of the sources and the However this is limited to measures proposed for mitigation construction period. of the above. Suitable traffic management plan will be implemented so as to mitigate the noise to acceptable limits. 5.6. What will be the impact of DG There will be generation of noise sets & other equipment on noise due to the operation of concrete levels & vibration in & ambient air mixers and other associated quality around the project site? machinery during the construction Provide details. phase which is temporary.

During operation phase the DG sets will be used during power shut down.

6. AESTHETICS 6.1. Will the proposed constructions in Due emphasis shall be given to any way result in the obstruction ambience and cleanliness around of a view, scenic amenity or the project site to improve landscapes? Are these aesthetics of the site.

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considerations taken into account by the proponents? 6.2. Will there be any adverse impacts No from new constructions on the existing structures? What are the considerations taken into account? 6.3. Whether there are any local The site being located in coastal considerations of urban form & climatic zone, the urban form and urban design influencing the design is carried out to suit the design criteria? They may be local climatic conditions. explicitly spelt out. 6.4. Are there any anthropological or No. archaeological sites or artifacts nearby? State if any other None within 10 KM significant features in the vicinity of the proposed site have been considered.

7. SOCIO-ECONOMIC ASPECTS 7.1. Will the proposal result in any Yes, during the construction phase changes to the demographic as well as in operational phase of structure of local population? the project there will be direct and Provide the details. indirect employment generation. This will be a positive socio- economic development in the surroundings of the project area, which will lead to enhancement of quality of life in the region. 7.2. Give details of the existing social The proposed project is planned in infrastructure around the an area of 22 Acres 19 cents. proposed project. There will be construction activity for constructing a total of 10 Blocks for IT/Commercial and three Blocks for Residential buildings along with associated infrastructural works like Power, STP, Water treatment, Water Storage, DG Sets, Internal roads, compound wall, Fire fighting etc.,

7.3. Will the project cause adverse No.

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effects on local communities, disturbance to sacred sites or other cultural values? What are the safeguards proposed?

8. BUILDING MATERIALS 8.1. May involve the use of building Maximize the use of natural materials with high-embodied lighting through design. 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) 8.2. Transport and handling of All the loose material either materials during construction stacked or transported will be may result in pollution, noise & provided with suitable cover. public nuisance. What measures Water sprinkling will be done at are taken to minimize the the location where fugitive dust impacts? generation is anticipated. The entire site will be barricaded to minimize fugitive dust emissions 8.3. Are recycled materials used in Details will be furnished in the EIA roads and structures? State the Report extent of savings achieved? 8.4. Give details of the methods of During construction phase, the collection, segregation & disposal construction debris will be used to of the garbage generated during a maximum extent for leveling and the surplus if any disposed to the the operation phases of the local vendors. Other used material project. will be suitably disposed.

9. ENERGY CONSERVATION 9.1 Give details of the power Power requirement: The estimated requirements, source of supply, power requirement is 22.85 MVA. backup source etc. What is the energy consumption assumed per The details are as below: square foot of built-up area? How IT/Commercial : 21.60 MVA have you tried to minimize energy

consumption? Residential : 1.25 MVA

9.2 What type of, and capacity of, Multiple DG sets totaling to power back-up to you plan to 22,850 MVA will be provided 11

provide? during operation phase for backup Power.

Details will be furnished in EIA 9.3 What are the characteristics of Proponent will formulate policies the glass you plan to use? Provide and guidelines to ensure specifications of its compliance with ECBC. characteristics related to both short wave and long wave radiation? 9.4 What passive solar architectural Roof Top Solar system are features are being used in the proposed in the Project. Details will building? Illustrate the be given in the EIA Report. applications made in the proposed project.

9.5 Does the layout of streets & Provision of Non-Conventional buildings maximize the potential energy by use of Solar Photovoltaic for solar energy devices? Have you Panels of required rated capacity considered the use of street for common area lighting will be lighting, emergency lighting and provided. solar hot water systems for use in the building complex? Substantiate with details. 9.6 Is shading effectively used to The design will consider and select reduce cooling/heating loads? the appropriate measures such as What principles have been used insulation of walls and roof, to maximize the shading of Walls selection of glass, sizing of on the East and the West and the windows, lighting and air Roof? How much energy saving conditioning. has been effected? 9.7 Do the structures use energy- No CFC and HCFC based chillers efficient space conditioning, will be used. lighting and mechanical systems? Provide technical details. Provide details of the transformers and Air cooled chillers are proposed motor efficiencies, lighting intensity and air-conditioning Details will be furnished in EIA load assumptions? Are you using CFC and HCFC free chillers? Provide specifications. 9.8 What are the likely effects of the No, the development of greenbelt and building activity in altering the landscaping will improve the micro- 12

micro-climates? Provide a self- climate of the areas. assessment on the likely impacts of the proposed construction on creation of heat island & inversion effects? 9.9 What are the thermal The building will be designed based characteristics of the building on Energy Conservation Building envelope? (a) roof; (b) external Code (ECBC) guidelines. walls; and (c) fenestration? Give details of the material used and the U-values or the R-values of the individual components. 9.10 What precautions & safety A centralised Fire fighting system measures are proposed against as per NBC Norms comprising fire fire hazards? Furnish details of hydrant, sprinklers, automatic emergency plans. smoke detectors are planned.

The NOC from the fire department will be obtained which will specify the safety measures against fire hazard. 9.11 If you are using glass as wall Yes. material, provide details and Details will be provided in the EIA specifications including emissivity Report and thermal characteristics. 9.12 What is the rate of air infiltration The design rate of air infiltration into into the building? Provide details of the building will be as per American how you are mitigating the effects of Society of Heating, Refrigerating and infiltration. Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)/ Indian Standards (BIS) Standard. 9.13 To what extent the non- Maximize the use of natural conventional energy technologies lighting through design. are utilized in the overall energy consumption? Provide details of the renewable energy technologies used.

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Annexure – A1

Photographs of the Project Site

Annexure – A6

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PROECT

Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDL), erstwhile Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA) proposed to develop the IT City, Madhurawada, having mixed development (commercial and residential) of a total Built up area 4,10,192.19 Sq.M in a plot area of 22 Acres 19 cents under Survey No. 394/1.2p; 395/1p,2p;396 p;397 p of Madhurawada, Visakhapatnam Rural Mandal, Visakhapatnam District.

Andhra Pradesh Urban Infrastructure Asset Management Limited (APUIAML), Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh is the Project Development Consultant and the Transaction Advisor for the Project.

LAND USE OF THE PROJECT.

Description Area Details Acres Sq.m Land area 22.62 91528.73 Ground coverage 14.25 57649.70 Green Spaces 10.01 9161.18 Internal Driveway 20.926 20926.72 Area Amenities 3791.72 3791.72

The proposed Mixed-Use Development will be having a total Built-up area of 4,10,192.19 Sq.mts (Including parking) and would be having IT Parks, Commercial, Hotel, Multiplex, Auditorium, Mall and Residential Component for the use of the people working in the IT Park.

The details of the buildings are given below:

Building Height of Building BUA (Sq. Mts) No. Of Floors Sno. Block (M) 139,151.03 1 Block 1 33 140.00 71,307.02 2 Block 2 19 82.00 50,492.43 3 Block 3 14 61.00 25,816.68 4 Block 4 8 35.80 4,123.65 5 Block 5 5 23.20 24,485.04 6 Block 6 8 35.80 42,404.31 7 Block 7 12 52.60 13,660.59 8 Block 8 8 35.80 1,760.97 9 Block 11 5 23.20 1,250.60 10 Block 12 5 23.20 Residential Tower 9A, 35,739.87 11 10 in each Tower 30.00 Tower 9B, Tower 9C 410,192.19 Total

The details of the Project are as below.

A. WATER REQUIREMENT

TOTAL WATER REQUIREMENT = 1600 KLD TOTAL STP CAPACITY (IN MODULES) = 1500 KLD

B. POWER REQUIREMENT

From Grid = 22.85 MVA.

DG sets = 22.85 MVA (CPCB Approved DG Sets of various capacities)

C. PARKING DETAILS (As per NBC)

Parking would be provided in the Project for two(2) Wheelers and four (4) Wheelers.

D. ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT : Rs. 1,100 Crores

E. The Master Plan of the proposed development with a built up area of 4,10,192.19 Sq.M is given below as FIG - 1.