,GGH3705 MAY JUNE PORTF0LIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 30 May 2025;
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Title: Environmental Impact Assessment for a Proposed Business
Complex
Introduction
As development intensifies across South African provinces, especially in
economic and administrative hubs such as KwaZulu-Natal, the
responsible use of land and resources is becoming increasingly critical.
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) serve as a vital tool for
ensuring that large-scale developments such as business complexes do
not undermine ecological systems or community wellbeing.
This portfolio presents a structured EIA for a proposed mixed-use
business complex in KwaZulu-Natal. The complex will host eight
service-oriented buildings, a fuel station, and associated infrastructure.
Drawing on environmental management principles, this report analyses
potential environmental, social, and human health impacts, proposes
mitigation measures, and considers legal and stakeholder requirements.
Two candidate sites—Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay—were
assessed and compared to determine the most sustainable location for
the development.
, 1. Geographical Description
1.1 Selected Sites
Site A: Pietermaritzburg, Capital of KwaZulu-Natal
Site B: Richards Bay, a port and industrial centre on the northern
KZN coast
1.2 Site A: Pietermaritzburg (Msunduzi Municipality)
Pietermaritzburg is located in the Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal, situated
along the Msunduzi River. The site under consideration is in the
Hayfields area, near major roadways (N3 and R56), with surrounding
residential and commercial infrastructure.
Topography: Flat to gently sloping
Climate: Subtropical, moderate rainfall
Soil: Loamy, moderately fertile
Ecology: Already urbanised with limited vegetation cover
Infrastructure: Close to hospitals, schools, public transport
1.3 Site B: Richards Bay (uMhlathuze Municipality)
The proposed site lies on the inland edge of Richards Bay, just south of
the R619 corridor. It borders light industrial zones and semi-natural
vegetation.
Topography: Coastal plain with sandy soils
Climate: Warm, humid, higher rainfall
Ecology: Coastal forest fringe, more biodiversity sensitivity
Infrastructure: Industrialised, port-adjacent, fewer residential
units nearby
ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DUE 30 May 2025;
100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and
explanations.
Title: Environmental Impact Assessment for a Proposed Business
Complex
Introduction
As development intensifies across South African provinces, especially in
economic and administrative hubs such as KwaZulu-Natal, the
responsible use of land and resources is becoming increasingly critical.
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) serve as a vital tool for
ensuring that large-scale developments such as business complexes do
not undermine ecological systems or community wellbeing.
This portfolio presents a structured EIA for a proposed mixed-use
business complex in KwaZulu-Natal. The complex will host eight
service-oriented buildings, a fuel station, and associated infrastructure.
Drawing on environmental management principles, this report analyses
potential environmental, social, and human health impacts, proposes
mitigation measures, and considers legal and stakeholder requirements.
Two candidate sites—Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay—were
assessed and compared to determine the most sustainable location for
the development.
, 1. Geographical Description
1.1 Selected Sites
Site A: Pietermaritzburg, Capital of KwaZulu-Natal
Site B: Richards Bay, a port and industrial centre on the northern
KZN coast
1.2 Site A: Pietermaritzburg (Msunduzi Municipality)
Pietermaritzburg is located in the Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal, situated
along the Msunduzi River. The site under consideration is in the
Hayfields area, near major roadways (N3 and R56), with surrounding
residential and commercial infrastructure.
Topography: Flat to gently sloping
Climate: Subtropical, moderate rainfall
Soil: Loamy, moderately fertile
Ecology: Already urbanised with limited vegetation cover
Infrastructure: Close to hospitals, schools, public transport
1.3 Site B: Richards Bay (uMhlathuze Municipality)
The proposed site lies on the inland edge of Richards Bay, just south of
the R619 corridor. It borders light industrial zones and semi-natural
vegetation.
Topography: Coastal plain with sandy soils
Climate: Warm, humid, higher rainfall
Ecology: Coastal forest fringe, more biodiversity sensitivity
Infrastructure: Industrialised, port-adjacent, fewer residential
units nearby
