Public participation forms a critical component of the environmental authorisation process and is undertaken in accordance with the NEMA EIA Regulations.
Green Choice Consulting manages public participation processes in a structured and transparent manner, ensuring that all Interested and Affected Parties are given a fair opportunity to participate.
In addition to managing the process, this page also provides an overview of projects currently undergoing public participation.
Current projects:
Mooi River Truck Stop
Proposed Amendment to the Mooi River Truck Stop Expansion Project
Mooi River, KwaZulu-Natal.
Authorisation Process:
Part 2 Amendment.
Details:
The proposed development of a dedicated departure lane within the already authorised Mooi River Truck Stop expansion area. The departure lane will result in the reduction of a delineated wetland buffer.
Specialist Studies:
Wetland specialist comment & DWS Risk Matrix.
Draft Amendment ReportDartford Farm Dam
Proposed Development of a Dam on Dartford Farm
Underberg, KwaZulu-Natal.
Authorisation Process:
Application for Environmental Authorisation (Scoping & EIR).
Details:
The proposed development of a dam on Dartford Farm for irrigation purposes. The proposed dam will have a storage capacity of 1 500 000m 3 and cover an area of approximately 37 hectares.
Specialist Studies:
Geohydrological Study, Hydrological Study, Hydropedology Impact Assessment, Wetland Assessment, Wetland Offset & Rehabilitation Study, Water Quality Assessment, Terrestrial & Aquatic Biodiversity Study, Heritage Impact Assessment, Soil/Agricultural Assessment, Landscape/Visual Assessment.
Draft Environmental Impact Report (v2)Completed projects:
Woodburn Shopping Centre
Proposed Extension of the Woodburn Shopping Centre
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
Authorisation Process:
Part 1 and 2 Amendment; Water Use Licence application.
Details:
The proposed extension of the Woodburn Shopping Centre to include additional retail stores and parking bays, located on Erf 10278, 15 Woodhouse Road in the Scottsville area of Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
Specialist Studies:
Traffic Impact Assessment, Geotechnical Study, Floodline Risk Assessment, Watercourse Assessment.
Garth Dyer Private Residence
The Proposed Development of a Private Residential Dwelling on Erf 781, Southbroom
Southbroom, KwaZulu-Natal.
Authorisation Process:
Application for Environmental Authorisation (Basic Assessment).
Details:
The proposed development of a private residence on Erf 781, located on the corner of Bude and Barnstable Road in Southbroom, KwaZulu-Natal.
Specialist Studies:
Geotechnical Study, Terrestrial Biodiversity Impact Assessment.
SEM Green Disposal E-Waste Facility
The Proposed Increase of Electronic Waste Recovery Volumes at the SEM Green Disposal Facility
Nooitgedacht area, Gauteng.
Authorisation Process:
Waste Management Licence application.
Details:
The SEM Green Disposal facility is an electronic waste recovery facility, which is involved in the collection and dismantling of e-waste into their recyclable components. SEM Green Disposal intend on increasing their recovery volumes to exceed one ton per day.
