Arham Heights project granted EC on closed Soma Mill site, no public consultation required

The project involves the construction of 18 buildings (including 1,904 residential units and 76 shops) on a site of approximately 41,126 square meters.

Who it concerns: The project proponent is SAIYAD SHARAFATHUSEN (associated with M/s. Arham Infraspace LLP). The clearance was granted by the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Gujarat.

Conditions and facts

• Clearance Status: Prior Environmental Clearance (Fresh EC) granted under Category B1 of the EIA Notification 2006.
• Project Size: Net plot area of 41,126.61 m²; Built-up area of 2,79,793.66 m²; 1,904 residential units and 76 commercial shops.
• Sewage Treatment: Must install a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) with a capacity of 1200 KLD using MBBR technology.
• Water Usage: No groundwater tapping allowed; fresh water must be sourced from Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC).
• Green Belt: Must provide a green belt area of at least 10% of the total plot area.
• Compensation: Environmental Compensation (CER) of Rs. 557.5 Lakh is required to be implemented in the affected area.
• Parking: Must provide parking for 2,775 cars and electric charging points for 20% of vehicles.
• Compliance: Must submit half-yearly compliance reports via the PARIVESH 2.0 portal.

Also in the document

• The project is located on the site of a closed textile mill (Soma Mill).
• The SEIAA deferred the proposal once on 01-07-2026 before granting clearance on 20-07-2026 after the proponent submitted additional details.
• The document explicitly states that the project does not require Public Consultation as per Para 7(i) III. Stage (3) (d) of the EIA Notification 2006.