SEIAA grants environmental clearance for 72,247 sq.m high-rise project in Visakhapatnam

The project involves a total built-up area of approximately 72,247 sq.m on a plot of 12,990 sq.m.

Who it concerns: The project proponent is M/s. MVV & GV Housing (Sri Srinivasa Housing Projects LLP), and the clearance was granted by the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Andhra Pradesh.

Conditions and facts

• Clearance Status: Environmental Clearance issued by SEIAA, Andhra Pradesh.
• Project Size: Total built-up area of 72,247.41 sq.m; 460 residential flats (170 three-bedroom, 290 two-bedroom).
• Investment: Capital investment of Rs. 120 Crores.
• Condition: Create a Corpus Fund of Rs. 2.16 Crores for the continuous operation of the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP).
• Condition: Install an STP of 360 KLD capacity and treat effluents to meet irrigation standards before reuse or discharge.
• Condition: Install solar energy systems to utilize at least one-third of the roof area.
• Condition: Implement solid waste management as per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016.
• Condition: Obtain NOC from GVMC for the discharge of balance treated sewage into the municipal open drain.

Also in the document

• The proponent volunteered to develop avenue plantation in Gajuwaka as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity.
• The project requires the installation of an organic waste converter for wet garbage treatment.
• The building must be designed for earthquake resistance and compliance with NBC/MoEF&CC regulations.