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CHAPTER 3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

3.1 Location

(3.1) The Proposed Project site is located on 0.899 acres of land on Lots 4181, 4182 and 4183, Bandar Tanjung Bungah, Daerah Timur Laut, Pulau Pinang.

(3.2) Table 3.1 provides the details of the lots involved for the Proposed Project whilst the land titles are provided in Appendix A. A total of three lots will be developed to cater for residential use with related facilities. The site can be accessed by taking Jalan Tanjung Bungah turning into Persiaran Tanjung Bunga 1 then turning into Solok Tanjung Bunga which is presently under construction which leads to the Proposed Project site. Alternatively, the site can be access by taking Jalan Tanjung Bungah turning into Jalan Chan Siew Teong which links to Jalan Chee Seng 13 linking to Persiaran Tanjung Bunga 1.

3.2 Project Concept

(3.3) The development concept aims to provide housing for the population in in line with the State's aspiration. At the same time, the concept planned for the site takes into account of the physical terrains and the land use of the surrounding area. It also takes into consideration of the policies outlined in the Tenth Plan and the Penang Structure Plan 2020 which basically involves providing homes and related facilities within the primary growth corridor of Georgetown – .

3.3 Project Components

(3.4) Figure 3.1 provides the layout plan for the Proposed Project and also shown in Appendix B. Table 3.2 provides the breakdown of development for the Proposed Project. Basically the Proposed Project aims to provide an 8 storey condominium block with the following components:-

• Car parking and community hall at level 1 below ground; • 27 condominium units house at level 2 to level 8; • Cars and motorcycle parking bays at levels 1 to 5 below ground; and • Recreational space at level 1 and roof top.

(3.5) To cater for the needs for the population migrating to the area, car parking and motorcycle parking bays will also be provided at sie as shown in Table 3.3.

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Table 3.1 Details Of Land To Be Developed

Land Use Area No. Lot No. Mukim/ District Land Owner Category Ha Acres m2 1. Lot 4181 Mukim 11, , DBD Building 0.1283 0.317 1,283.00 Kwee Hong Letrik Sdn. Bhd. 2. Lot 4182 Mukim 11, Bayan Lepas, DBD Building 0.1216 0.300 1,216.00 Jong East Full/ H'ng Hsien Lng 3. Lot 4183 Mukim 11, Bayan Lepas, DBD Building 0.1141 0.282 1,141.00 Tan Tea Hwa Total 0.3640 0.899 3642 Source: East Design Architect Sdn. Bhd.

Table 3.2 Components Of Development (1 Block Condominium 8 Storey) Floor Components Area For Recreational Area For Space Condominium Level 1-4 Car/Motorcycle Parking - - Level 1 Recreational Space 500 m2 Level 2-8 Condominium (27 units) 3,511.62 m2 Roof Top Recreational Space 260.12 m2 - Total 760.12 m2 3,511.62 m2

Table 3.3 Breakdown Of Car/Motorcycle Parking Provided Items Required Provided Car Parking Bays (27 units) 2 bays per unit + 10% = 60 bays 92 bays Motorcycle Parking Bays 2 units per bay = 14 bays 14 bays

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Figure 3.1 Layout Plan

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(3.6) Also to cater for the basic needs of the residing population a community hall, recreational space with swimming pool, surau and an area for other religious use will also be provided in the Proposed Project as shown in Table 3.4.

3.3.1 Infrastructure And Utilities

(3.7) Table 3.5 provides the estimated population equivalent for the Proposed Project which is use to estimate the utility and service required for the Proposed Project whilst Table 3.6 provides the estimated utility demands for Proposed Project. The following provides a discussion on the utility and infrastructure requirements for the Proposed Project.

3.3.1.1 Utility Demands

(a) Water Supply

(3.8) Water is proposed to be drawn from the existing PBA pipe at Persiaran Tanjung Bunga 1 which will be distributed to the condominium block with 1 day storage.

(b) Electricity Supply

(3.9) For the electricity supply, a main distribution substation (PPU TNB) is already available in the vicinity which will provide the electricity requirements for the Proposed Project. From the main substation electricity supply will be distributed to the Proposed Project.

(c) Telecommunication

(3.10) Telecommunication networks have progressed rapidly in recent years, particularly since the advent of fibre-optics, satellite communications and the privatization of TM (Telekom Malaysia Berhad). Ducts are already laid within the surrounding area to facilitate telecommunications.

(3.11) The telecommunication infrastructure for the Proposed Project shall be connected to the existing R2A or JC9C telephone manholes. Telephone cabling within the Proposed Project shall be distributed via JB 30 telephone pits. All telecommunication reticulation will be underground and shall be aligned to run along the road system for the Proposed Project.

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Table 3.4 Community Facilities Provided In Proposed Project Items Required Provided Open Space, 540.00 m2 On Site 8,709.29 m2 On Site Not Surrended Recreational Area = 54.00 m2 = 300.00 m2 (28%) @ 4 m2/person (10%) Open Space Inside Building Inside Building (Recreational area & Swimming Pool) = 760.12 m2 (72%) Community Hall 27.00 m2 Inside Building Not Surrended @ 0.2 m2/person = 27.00 m2 Surau On Site = 13.50 m2 Inside Building Surrended To @ 0.1 m2/person Inside Building = 6.75 m2 = 6.75 m2 M.A.I.N.P.P Other Religious Use 13.50 m2 Inside Building Not Surrended = 13.50 m2 Total 594.00 m2 1,107.37 m2

Table 3.5 Estimated Population Equivalent For Proposed Project Recommended No. Type Of Premises Unit (No) PE PE/ Unit Quantity 1. Condominium Block 5 per unit 27 135 Total 135 Source: HST Engineers Sdn. Bhd.

Table 3.6 Estimated Utility Demands for Proposed Project No. Utility Estimated Demand 1. Water 13,500 gpd 2. Electricity 216 kW 3. Telecommunication 40 4. Sewage 6,750 gpd 5. Domestic Wastes 0.1 tpd

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3.3.1.2 Drainage

(3.12) The implementation of the Proposed Project may cause adverse impacts to the surrounding areas if measures are not put in place. Thus, to ensure that the pre- development and post development conditions remains the same, on site detention storage will be provided at site. This will prevent or mitigate any increase in storm-water runoff resulting from the Proposed Project. Stormwaters from the Proposed Project site will be collected in the man made drainage system designed for the Proposed Project which then discharges into the existing concrete drains in the area which discharges into the nearest waterway. A copy of the hydraulic calculations to cater for stormwaters required for the Proposed Project provided by the consulting engineers is provided in Appendix B of this report.

3.3.1.3 Sewage

(3.13) Earlier Table 3.5 provides the estimated population equivalent with the implementation of the Proposed Project. It is estimated that the Proposed Project will house a population equivalent of 135 people. Thus once fully occupied sewage 6,750 gpd (gallons per day) will be generated from the Proposed Project.

(3.14) In order to cater for sewage treatment, sewage generated from the Proposed Project will be channeled to the existing manhole which will convey sewage to the centralized sewage treatment plant located in Taman Chee Seng (IWK Asset No. PEG 160) which will be upgraded for this purpose. All sewage reticulation plans and upgrading works will be according to IWK's requirements as the agent for SPAN (Suruhanjaya Perkhidmatan Air Negara).

3.3.1.4 Domestic Waste

(3.15) It is estimated that the Proposed Project will generate approximately 0.1 tpd (ton per day) based on 0.8 Kg/capacity/day of domestic waste which will be managed in a sound manner for final disposal at the approved landfill site in Pulau Burong operated by the relevant service provider. A refuse collection center will be provided for the condominium block.

3.3.1.5 Traffic And Roads

(3.16) Due to the small number of residential units planned for the Proposed Project according to MPPP's guidelines a TIA (Traffic Impact Assessment) is not required for the Proposed Project.

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(3.17) Nonetheless, it is estimated the Proposed Project will generate 22 pcu/hour and attract 9 pcu/hour during morning peak whilst in the evening peak the Proposed Project is expected to generate 10 pcu/hour and attract 16 pcu/hour as shown in Table 3.7.

(3.18) In order to cater for traffic generated from the Proposed Project the following will be in place:-

• A proposed access road of 12.9 m from Solok Tanjung Bunga will be provided as the main access for the Proposed Project; and • An internal service road of 6 m will be provided within the Proposed Project.

(3.19) Besides the above, traffic engineering measures will also be integrated in the Proposed Project to cater for a good level of service for the main entrance to the Proposed Project.

3.4 Project Activities

(3.20) The Proposed Project will be developed in a single phase. The entire development generally can be summarized in three stages of project development i.e. pre-construction stage, construction stage and operation stage. In broad terms, the pre-construction stage usually include the activities of site investigations, soil investigations, EIA studies, land use studies and other forms of surveys, which is necessary for planning and design of the Proposed Project.

(3.21) Significant but relatively short term environmental impact normally arise during the construction stage from activities such as site clearance, earthworks, civil and structural works etc. associated to the nature of the project. Once the Proposed Project enters into the operation stage, the day to-day activities take over, with perhaps long term environmental implications, principally in relation to domestic wastewater discharges, solid waste generation and traffic circulation. The major activities during the pre- construction, construction and operation stage are summarized in Table 3.8.

3.4.1 Pre-Construction Stage

(3.22) Activities undertaken during the pre-construction stage will include the following:-

(a) EIA Studies

(3.23) EIA studies are conducted based on either primary or secondary information to provide the impacts and required mitigation measures to be integrated in the design of the Proposed Project.

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Table 3.7 Estimated Trips Generated/Attracted To/From Proposed Project Trip Conv. Trip Dir. Split A.M. / A.M. A.M. P.M. P.M. Land Use Total Units Reg. Equation (Veh/ (pcu/ % % P.M. Fator In Out In Out hr) hr) In Out Residential i) 1 Block Apartment 27 A.M. Y = 0.3029X + 26.143 34 0.90 31 29% 71% 9 22 (8-Storey, 27 Units) P.M. Y = 0.2803X + 23.464 29 0.89 26 63% 37% 16 10 One Way-Total 9 22 16 10 Two Way 31 26 All trips (residential) are calculated by dwelling units

Table 3.8 List Of Activities Related To Proposed Project Project Activities Components 1. Pre Construction Stage Surveys / Studies Survey of existing land use, site and surrounding area, Sampling of environmental segment and others

Soil Investigation Soil sampling and assessments 2. Construction Stage Mobilization and Temporary Preliminary site construction activities. Mobilization of plant and equipment, site Occupation entrance, wheel baths.

Construction of temporary buildings/hard standing areas (for site office, workers quarters, equipment storage and maintenance) and preparation of temporary site utilities (water, electricity, temporary drainage, sewage, canteen, solid waste disposal). Site clearance and Removal of vegetation, removal of existing structures, provision of temporary earthworks sedimentation ponds and best management practices, disposal of construction wastes and vegetative waste etc. Excavation to conform to particular platform levels. Preparation of road reserve platforms and other reserves. Desired formation of road gradient and drainage system, diversion of existing utilities etc. Civil and Structural Works Transportation of material; operation of heavy machinery, construction of roads, piling works, construction of buildings, construction for amenities and utilities e.g. for electricity, telecommunication etc. construction of conduits for water supply, drainage, sewage collection, treatment and solid waste disposal construction of structures and others. 3. Operation Stage Occupancy of units established, management of roads, drains, traffic circulation, open space, community facilities, various reserves, etc.

Management of solid wastes and management of sewage generated.

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(3.24) This study also forms part of the preliminary studies to be conducted at this stage of the project and on-site investigations comprise site reconnaissance as well as monitoring of environmental resources, which include water quality, air quality and ambient noise levels, documented in Chapter 5 of this report.

(b) Other Studies And Investigations

(3.25) Other studies such as preparing the LCP (development proposal), geotechnical and soil investigations will be conducted at site. Soil investigations will be conducted to provide site specific sub-surface information relating to soil conditions and associated physical and chemical characteristics. The tasks include boring into the soil using trailer- mounted rigs and hand augers. Soil samples will be analyzed for various physical parameters as well as for chemical characteristics.

(3.26) The information derived from the various reports will be used by the consulting engineers for purposes of designing foundations and other subsurface provisions, which are integral to buildings and structures.

(3.27) Equipment used for soil investigations comprise specialized trailer-mounted drilling rigs as well as hand augers, the latter only suitable for shallow depths.

(3.28) Findings from the various studies will also be used at the planning and design stage where criteria and requirements would be defined.

(3.29) In general, the activities carried out during the pre-construction stage do not exert any significant environmental impacts.

3.4.2 Construction Stage

(3.30) The Proposed Project will be developed over a period of 3 years. Thus, once the planning permission for the Proposed Project is obtained, the Proposed Project will proceed into the construction stage upon the approval of the building plans and engineering designs for the Proposed Project by the relevant authorities and tenders have been awarded. The construction stage is normally the stage that exhibits significant environmental impacts.

(3.31) The principal activities most likely to create environmental impacts are discussed below:-

3.4.2.1 Mobilization Of Plant And Equipment

(3.32) Construction plant and machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, lorries. etc. will be mobilized to the project site once approval from MBPP is obtained. Such

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mobilization to site of plant and equipment would extend into future building contracts in which instances vehicles would largely comprise lorries and cranes which will be used for construction purpose. Persiaran Tanjung Bunga 1 is the primary road that presently provides access to the site which will be used to gain entrance to the site for construction purpose.

(3.33) Movement of heavy vehicles along Persiaran Tanjung Bunga 1 will have the potential to impede normal traffic flow especially as various residential units are located along this road. Thus measures to ensure that the local population in the area will not be affected with the movement of heavy traffic with the incorporation of safety measures shall be provided at site.

3.4.2.2 Site Clearing

(3.34) Presently the site is vegetated with secondary trees, shrubs, undergrowth and boulders which dominates the site.

(3.35) In compliance with Section 29(A) Environmental Quality Act (Amendments) 1998, no open burning of biomass, residual material or construction wastes will be carried out within the project boundary. Any wastes to be removed will be stock piled at site prior disposal at the site approved by MBPP.

3.4.2.3 Earthwork

(3.36) It may be noteworthy to describe some of the environmentally pertinent aspects, which will be adopted when planning and designing the construction requirements for the Proposed Project. Given the hilly terrains of the project site earthwork activities will be an issue of concern at the construction stage if stringent measures are not provided at site. It is anticipated that earthworks will involve cuts and fills as shown in Appendix B. Based on the Geotechnical report conducted for the Proposed Project, rock slope is not anticipated for the Proposed Project. However rock blasting is anticipated in the construction of the caisson foundation. To reduce the impacts of earthworks, site formation will have to be developed according to the geotechnical as well as civil and structural recommendations for the Proposed Project which are discussed further in Chapter 7 of the EIA report. This includes site formation for provision of temporary drainage and sedimentation ponds and an erosion and sediment control plan.

(3.37) Nevertheless site planning would be conscientiously pursued in order to significantly reduce the nuisance related with construction of the Proposed Project. As such the statement of construction outlined by the civil and structural engineers shall have to be followed closely.

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(3.38) Earthworks would generally be integral to most tenders involving site clearing with the former done almost immediately following grubbing of stumps and removal of unwanted structures.

(3.39) The initial activities will comprise mobilization to the site of earth moving plant and equipment, construction of the sedimentation ponds, temporary drains, best management practices and wash troughs in accordance to the ESCP. In addition, tankers equipped with sprinklers would also be mobilized to the site for purposes of dust suppression.

(3.40) Earth moving plant will comprise excavators, compactors, graders, back-pushers as well as dumpers. The earthwork process will be cautiously pursued according to the requirements of the civil and structural engineers for the Proposed Project.

3.4.2.4 Establishment Of Worker Camp, Site Office And Related Facilities

(3.41) Workers' camp will be established on site as the site has adequate space for such purposes, whilst the site office is mainly for site personnel. Both worker camp and site office are normally in the form of transportable cabin or temporary structure.

(3.42) Temporary utility provisions will be provided for this purpose. Water supply and sanitation facilities will be provided for the construction camps and site offices. The number of toilets to be provided and the treatment facilities will be according to the Health Authorities and SPAN. Electrical supply will be tapped from the mains as electricity lines are already available in the area.

(3.43) Official labor hire processes will be adhered to in order to eliminate any possibility of illegal worker on site if foreign labor is required. Safety measures and regulations in accordance to the DOSH procedures will also form part of the Contractors' obligations.

(3.44) Environmental impacts associated to worker camp and site office will be from the following activities:-

• Generation of sewage and sullage waters; • Generation of solid wastes; and • Public health and safety.

3.4.2.5 Construction Of Buildings And Structures

(3.45) Building construction will proceed upon completion of earthworks. The site will be handed over to building contractors upon reaching the designed platform or bulk formation levels. Building construction will involve the following sequence of work:-

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• Sub-surface and foundations; • Erection of the reinforced concrete frame; and • Building works.

(3.46) Principal construction activities would comprise import to site of construction materials such as cement, sand, aggregate, formwork and steel reinforcement bars. Ready-mixed concrete is usually imported to the site.

(3.47) Depending on the soil conditions as determined from the soil investigations, the selection of the type of foundations for the Proposed Project is a combine factor of subsoil conditions, structural layout of the proposed buildings, overall stability of the building site and the total and differential settlements allowed.

(3.48) Thus engineering consideration will therefore be focus on the formation of foundation system for the proposed structures. According to the Geotechnical report cutting in rock formation to form rock slope is not anticipated. However rock blasting is anticipated in the construction of caisson foundation. Thus ground vibration during and rock blasting is to be controlled to less than 5 mm/s in view of the close proximity to existing residential areas. All blasting works shall comply with the requirements of the Department of Mineral and Geoscience.

(3.49) Foundations upon completion would be followed by the erection of the reinforced concrete frame. Principal construction activities would comprise import to site of construction materials such as cement, sand, aggregate, formwork and steel reinforcement bars.

(3.50) In order to avoid further nuisance during the construction stage, batching plant is not recommended on site as the area is in close proximity to an area planned for a school and other new residential areas. Therefore, ready-mixed concrete will be imported to the site. Wooden and aluminium system formwork is generally used and within these steel bars, bent and tied to suit are fixed. Pouring of concrete then takes place and upon vibration and curing, formwork is strike and disposed off-site.

(3.51) Walls are generally made up of either bricks or reinforced concrete panels, the latter of a pre-fabricated form. Bricks of clay or cement sand are laid in layers, cement-mortared and rendered or plastered. Recesses and opening would be formed to receive door, windows and ledges. Building works would also include trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical installation.

(3.52) These trades combined would imply the necessary import to the site of the relevant building materials as well as the installation of the same as for breakage’s, excess after trimming/cutting of tiles, pipes and others.

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3.4.2.6 Development Of Infrastructure/Utility Systems

(3.53) The scope of works in the development of the infrastructure for the Proposed Project include the following:-

(a) Drainage

(3.54) A drainage system is normally designed to follow its natural course. Main drains within a developed or highly urbanized area are normally designed as lined channels to permit better hydraulic conveyance capacities within a limited reserve width.

(3.55) These are either of the form of pre-fabricated pre-cast `U' or `L' sections or as rubber- lined trapezoidal drains.

(3.56) Thus, in line with the local authority’s requirements, drainage for the area will be given adequate attention. For this purposes, the drainage system will take into consideration of the need to cater for the stormwater discharges of the area so that the stormwaters at pre-development will be the same after post-development. The surface channel or drains to be constructed will be based on the guidelines in the Urban Stormwater Management Manual for Malaysia (Manual Saliran Mesra Alam Malaysia) published by JPS (Department of Irrigation and Drainage).

(b) Sewage

(3.57) Sewage generated from the Proposed Project will be channeled to the central sewage treatment plant located in Taman Chee Seng (IWK Asset No. PEG 160) which will be upgraded to cater for the additional loading according to IWK's requirements.

(3.58) For this purpose, all requirements imposed by IWK for the sewage reticulation network and upgrading works are to be followed closely.

(c) Water Supply

(3.59) The only form of water supply pertinent to the Proposed Project is in relation to domestic or potable water supply.

(3.60) The water supply source for the Proposed Project will be obtained via the existing water mains and stored in tanks on top of the building to cater for the water supply for the Proposed Project.

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(3.61) The activities associated with the construction of water mains would similarly involve trenching, pipe bedding, laying and jointing of pipes as well as installation of the required valves, hydrants and associated appurtenances. Water storage tanks, on the other hand, will be integrated in the building and tank structures.

(d) Electrical Supply

(3.62) Electrical supply and telecommunications are integral to the development. Electrical supply systems will be provided to meet the TNB (Tenaga Nasional Berhad) specifications, which will amongst others, include sub-stations, feeder pillars and cable ducts. Cables would also be laid along road shoulders with manholes provided at the required intervals for ease of inspection and maintenance. Cables are also planned to be on the opposite side of the road where water pipes are laid.

(3.63) Similarly, as for the other line utilities described above, trenching and cable / duct laying would represent the major activities involved in the distribution whilst heavier forms of construction would prevail where main intake and sub-stations is concerned.

(e) Telecommunications

(3.64) Trenching works for laying of cables will also be conducted to provide the telecommunication requirement for the Proposed Project which will be according to TM’s requirements.

3.4.2.7 Landscaping

(3.65) Once the building works and structures are completed perimeter roads are finally tarred and landscaping works begin.

(3.66) Areas allocated for greenery will be turfed and landscaped accordingly. Various shaded trees will be used for landscaping the roads in the area purpose. Other ornamental trees and shrubs will be planted throughout the area to enhance the landscape of the area. Landscaping could be of hardscape or softscape depending on the Project Proponent’s immediate objectives.

3.4.3 Operational Stage

(3.67) The operational stage involves activities from the occupancy of the condominium units. Environmental implications from such activities include the following:-

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• Generation of wastewater; • Generation of solid waste; and • Generation of traffic and vehicular emissions.

3.4.3.1 Sewage

(3.68) Wastewater generated from the Proposed Project will be domestic in nature. Sewage generated from the Proposed Project will be collected and conveyed to the central sewage treatment plant at Taman Chee Seng according to IWK's requirements.

3.4.3.2 Solid Waste

(3.69) Solid waste from the refuse collection center will be collected by the related service provider. Collection of solid wastes shall be done thrice weekly such frequencies of collection are adequate in mitigating against possible adverse environmental impacts arising from the accumulation of solid wastes on the premises which would encourage proliferation by scavengers and disease vectors, odor problems as well as generation of leachate that could subsequently pollute receiving waters.

3.4.3.3 Traffic

(3.70) The Proposed Project will also generate and attract traffic with trip generation as shown in earlier Table 3.7. Therefore engineering measures shall be in place to cater for a good level of service for the external roads as well as for the internal roads in the Proposed Project.

3.5 Project Implementation Schedule

(3.71) The Proposed Project will be developed over a duration of 3 years as shown in Table 3.9.

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Table 3.9 Proposed Implementation Schedule Month Timeline (year) Activities 2014 2015 2016 2017 1.EIA Study 2.Planning Approval 3.Engineering Plans 4.Earthworks 5.Superstructure/ Foundations 6.Construction/ Infrastructure

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