Prepare a Project Schedule time frame for the Environmental Authorisation Application for the Proposed Development of Fuel Retail Outlets, Associated Infrastructure and Related Activities on certain pieces of land on Farm Maipeng No.219 (Remaining Extent)

### Project Schedule Time Frame for Environmental Authorisation Application #### Proposed Development of Fuel Retail Outlets, Associated Infrastructure, and Related Activities **Project Location:** Farm Maipeng No. 219 (Remaining Extent), near Kuruman, Joe Morolong Local Municipality Farm Kuruman Reserve No. 690 (Remaining Extent), near Kuruman, Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality John Taolo Gaetsewe District, Northern Cape --- ### Project Schedule Overview This Project Schedule outlines the key phases and associated timelines for the Environmental Authorisation Application as per the requirements of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) and other pertinent legislation. It aims to ensure compliance with environmental regulations while facilitating the timely progression of the development activities. #### Project Schedule Phases 1. **Project Initiation and Pre-Application Phase** **Duration:** 1 Month **Activities:** - Initial project team formation - Stakeholder identification and engagement plan development - Preliminary site assessments - Referral to relevant authorities 2. **Scoping Phase** **Duration:** 2 Months **Activities:** - Compilation of the Draft Scoping Report - Stakeholder meetings to gather input and concerns - Identification of key environmental issues and potential impacts - Public participation process (20-day comment period) 3. **Impact Assessment Phase** **Duration:** 3 Months **Activities:** - Comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) preparation - Specialist studies (e.g., biodiversity, heritage, traffic) - Workshop and focus group meetings for stakeholder feedback - Public participation process (30-day comment period on the Draft EIA) 4. **Draft Environmental Authorisation Application Submission** **Duration:** 2 Weeks **Activities:** - Finalisation of the Environmental Impact Assessment Report - Submission of the EIA and associated documents to the competent authority 5. **Review and Decision-Making Phase** **Duration:** 2-4 Months **Activities:** - Review period by the competent authority (including potential additional information requests) - Decision notification process - Addressing any appeals or objections as necessary 6. **Post-Decision Phase** **Duration:** Ongoing **Activities:** - Implementation planning for Environmental Management Programme (EMP) - Notification to stakeholders of decision outcomes - Initiation of permit and licensing processes for construction --- ### Total Project Timeline: Approximately 8-12 Months #### Notes: - Timing for each phase is indicative and may be subject to change based on stakeholder feedback, regulatory requirements, and the complexity of identified environmental issues. - The schedule accounts for necessary public participation and review periods mandated by environmental legislation. - Continuous engagement with stakeholders will be critical throughout all phases to ensure compliance and facilitate the approval process. ### Conclusion The successful completion of the Environmental Authorisation Application is dependent on adherence to this proposed timeline and proactive engagement with relevant stakeholders and authorities. This schedule will be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect project progress and changes in regulatory requirements as they arise. --- The schedule has been designed by a qualified Environmental Assessment Practitioner to ensure professionalism and adherence to environmental best practices.