ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS (EIA)

REPORT

ON

THE PROPOSED OFFICE COMPLEX

AT

AT ALAO-AKALA ROAD JUNCTION, OPPOSITE

OLUNDE FILLING STATION, ALONG
AKOBO/OLORUNDA ABAA ROAD, IBADAN.
LAGELU LOCAL GOVERNMENT, OYO STATE.

For

MR. ABDULRASHEED MUHAMMED

ADEDEJI

PREPARED BY
URBITECH & CO.
Urban Design, Architechture,
Building, Survey.
1, Irepodun Street Iyana-Express
Academy, Ibadan.
07030657911, 08066251364
e-mail: urbitechspatialdesign@gmail.com
APRIL, 2020.

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TABLE OF CONTENT

CHAPTER ONE: BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY

1.0 Introduction 3

1.1 The Need for the Project 3

1.2 Environmental Impact Assessment 4

1.3 Aim and Objectives 4

1.4 Justification for the Study 5

CHAPTER TWO: THE ENVIRONMENT AND EXISTING SITUATION

AND LOCATION

2.0 The Site 7

2.1 Location of the Site 7

2.2 Physical Setting 10

CHAPTER THREE: THE PROJECT DETAILS

2.0 The Project Details 12

2.1 Nature of the Project 12

2.2 Structure of the Project 12

2.3 Purpose of the Project 12

2.4 Electricity and Water 13

2.5 Telecommunication and Transportation 13

2.6 Business Operations 14

CHAPTER FOUR: THE ASSESSMENT OF THE PROJECT WITH THE

ENVIRONMENT

4.0 The Evaluation of Proposal 24

4.1 The Physical Environment 24

4.2 Human Activities pattern 27

4.3 Infrastructure 28

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4.4 Methodology 31

CHAPTER FIVE: RECOMMENDATION AND CONCLUSION

5.0 Recommendation and Conclusion 37

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: Survey Plan 8

Figure 2: Location Plan 9

Figure 3: Site Plan 16

Figure 4: Ground Floor Plan 17

Figure 5: First Floor Plan 18

Figure 6 – 9: Font, Rear, Right, and Left Side Elevation 19-22

Figure 10: Roof Plan 23

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: Impact Score Sheet

Table 2: Impact Score Sheet Remark

LIST OF PLATES

Plate 1: Showing Vegetation of the Proposed Site 10

Plate 2: Showing the Road Network of the Proposed Site 13

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 CHAPTER ONE

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 THE NEED FOR THE REPORT

There is growing global concern for environmentally sustainable development, arising for

expanding utilization of earth’s finite resources of land, water, air and energy to sustain

human life. Sustainable development is a process which seeks to ensure that all

development policies, be it land use, economic, social, commercial, agricultural,

industrial or energy etc. are designed to bring about ecologically, socially, economically

and politically desirable growth.

Besides, physical planning transcends development control and design of layouts. It also

involves management of the total environment, putting into consideration its social-

cultural values. Environmental Impact Analysis (EIA) anchors on preservation of all

natural heritages to sustain human life. EIA Report encompasses an articulated analytical

framework and logical structure which facilitates objective assessment of the dynamism

of environmental issues, and helps in evolving convincing guidelines or strategies for

project implementation.

Moreover, the case of environmental degradation is apparent in Nigeria due to misguided

exploration, use and misuse of environmental assets. To stem this trend, the Federal

Government of Nigeria Promulgated the Environmental Impact Assessment Decree in

1986, as feasibility test that must be passed before project execution. It is in line with this

directive that this report is prepared on behalf of MR. ABDULRAHEED MUHAMMED

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ADEDEJI proposed Office Complex at Deeper Life Junction, Off Ashi Bodija Road,

Ashi Ibadan North Local Government, Oyo State.

The need to prepare an Environmental Impact Analysis (EIA) Report for an Office

Complex or any Commercial development underscores the essence of land use clearance

for all major projects which could have significant effect upon the human environment.

This is more so in the light of sporadic spread of commercial activities and its implication

for competition with other land uses relative to resultant ecological and socio-economic

effect on the environment. More specifically, office complex has little elements that

attract vehicular passage around the use of the development. The neighborhood right to

residential quietness is not threatened and implies no degenerating effect on human life.

Little wonder, then, that there are little or no petitions and litigations emanating from

members of the public. However, this report is prepared to streamline the impact.

1.2 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

Environment Impact Assessment (E.I.A) is defined as a systemic process of

identification, prediction, evaluation and presentation of the probable/possible

consequences of a proposed action at a stage in the decision making process where

serious environmental damage can be minimized or avoided (Jain, R.K et al, 1997).

It is the Environmental Cost-Benefit Analysis of any spatial proposal with a view of

enhancing the benefit and minimizing any adverse environmental cost.

According to Gilpin (1974), any Environmental Impact Assessment Report must include

the following amongst others.

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 i. a detailed description of the proposed action including information and

technical data adequate enough to permit a careful assessment of

environmental impact.

ii. Discussion of any environmental effects that cannot be avoided.

iii. Alternative effects, including analysis of costs and environment impacts of

these alternatives and

iv. An assessment of the cumulative, long-term effects of the proposed action

including its relationship to short term use of the environment versus

environment in long-term productivity.

Environmental Impact Analysis aims at assisting in decision making process by

examining in details the consequences of a particular course of action, and presenting the

findings in a way that all parties involved will understand.

1.3 AIM AND OBJECTIVES

This report is aimed at analyzing the impact, which this project would have on the

physical environment and the socio-economic wellbeing of the community in which the

project will be located.

Pursuant to the above aim, the objectives of the study are to:

(i) Identify probable positive and negative impacts of proposed project and their

consequences on the environment.

(ii) Highlight possible wastes likely to be generated and mitigated measures of

control.

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 (iii) Evaluate cost-benefits of alternatives with a view to creating conducive

atmosphere for living and recreational activities.

(iv) Explore ways through which the project can uplift the community socially and

economically.

1.4 JUSTIFICATION FOR THE E.I.A

Through the consequence of the actions of the developer in the environment, various

interest groups in the environment may be affected directly or indirectly. With a view to

striking an acceptable balance of interest within the community an Environmental Impact

Assessment (E.I.A) is required. The impact of the proposed office complex on its

immediate and farther environments when fully functional is examined in relation to the

following indices.

i. The Physical Environment

ii. Ecology

iii. Human Activity

iv. Infrastructural Services

v. Social and Community Services

vi. Existing Level of Environmental Pollution

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 CHAPTER TWO

2.0 THE SITE

2.1 LOCATION OF THE SITE

The site is located at Alao-Akala Road junction, Opposite Olundegun Filling Station

Along Akobo/Olorunda Abaa Road Ibadan, Lagelu Local Government Area, Oyo State.

The site which covers an area of 104.476 m2, and is rectangluar in shape.

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Figure 1: Survey Plan

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Figure 2: Location Plan
The site is bounded by residential buildings on the north, west and east side, on the

South by neighborhood road. The predominant land use is residential therefore the

proposed office complex will be a complimenting land use in the neighborhood (Fig

2).

2.2 PHYSICAL SETTING

A. CLIMATE

The micro-climate of the area is under the influence of two major trade winds namely:

the warm and moist south-west trade wind and the hot and dry north-east trade wind.

Their influence gives rise to two major seasons-wet and dry. The wet season occurs

between April and October characterized by heavy rainfalls with double maxima in

June/July and September/October broken by a minor dry period in August. The dry

season lasts between November and March. Relative humidity is high throughout the

year.

B. VEGETATION

The original thick forest vegetation has long been depleted by intensive human

activities. What is left is an orange tree. There was an existing building on the site, as

a result of this there is no significant vegetation on the site. (Plate 1).

Plate 1: Showing Vegetation of the Proposed Site

C. GEOLOGY/SOIL

Ibadan soil is underlain by sedimentary parent rock materials and alluvial deposits.
The soil is characterized by deeply weathered regolith producing loamy soil, which
renders it suitable for construction purposes. The soil is of a considerable agriculture
importance land have been widely used for growing food crops such as maize, yam
and cassava among others.

D. TOPOGRAPHY

The surface configuration of the area visually appears flat. The angle of inclination to

the horizontal datum is in the neighborhood of 2 0-30. The almost imperceptible slope

places the site in good stead for building construction.

 CHAPTER THREE

3.0 THE RPOJECT DETAILS

3.1 NATURE OF THE PROJECT

The project is a proposed development of an office by MR. ABDUL-RASHEED

MUHAMMED ADEDEJI. The project is a medium but model structure on a piece of

land, the developer has acquired the land at Alao-Akala Road Junction, Opposite

Olundegun Filling Station, Along Akobo/Olorunda Abaa Road Ibadan. Lagelu Local

Government Area, Oyo State.

3.2 STRUCTURE OF THE PROJECT

The project is a proposed development of an office complex by MR. ABDUL-

RASHEED MUHAMMED ADEDEJI. The site is at Alao-Akala Road Junction,

Opposite Olundegun Filling Station, Along Akobo/Olorunda Abaa Road Ibadan.

Lagelu Local Government Area, Oyo State (Fig 2&3). It has an area of 104 m2 as

shown on the site plan.

3.3 PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT

The essence of an office complex is to provide daily needs for the residents in the

neighborhood and the neighborhood settlement. This will prevent travelling to a long

distance before accessing any household items. The development is not at variance

with stipulated guidelines which conceive a full-fledged neighborhood, settlement or

a town on its own. Operating an office complex in such a neighborhood is a

fulfillment of the aspirations of neighborhood amenities provision.

For a project of the magnitude, certain basic utilities and infrastructure are required to

be operated. Electricity, water and telecommunication facilities, for instance will be

tapped for usage by the project.

3.4 ELECTRICITY AND WATER

At present electricity power supply is available through the 11KV and 415V

transmission lines of the IBEDC national grid. Since the total electricity power

requirement for the project is about 75-1000KVA, a 1000KVA generating set shall be

procured for exclusive use of the complex. There will be ample water supply through

sinking of well.

3.5 TELECOMMUNICATION AND TRANSPORTATION

To operate free flow of communication between the station, its workers, marketers

and customers, provision shall be made to procure mobile phone (GSM) for key

officers of the ventures.

The existing traffic and transportation situation of a major road can be influenced by a

number of factors, which are inter-dependent. Some of those factors include:

i. The existing network facilities and their design capacities;

ii. The likely volume of traffic to be generated by the project and

iii. The number of parking spaces provided in order to take parking off the street.

In assessing the impact of this project on the traffic situation, consideration must be

given to traffic flow and congestion. The project impact on traffic flow and

congestion is a reflection of impact on the existing circulation nature in terms of four

major factors that can influence the impact of any proposed use on traffic within its

environment. These are:

 i. Capacity of the existing road

ii. Volume of traffic on the existing road

iii. Traffic generated by the use

iv. Parking provision within the office complex

v. The anticipated traffic is the usual traffic along old-Ife road.

vi. The project is not necessarily going to cause an increase in traffic.

Also, the office complex has more than adequate space within its site i.e. it can cater

for all its parking needs within the premises without any spill over into the

surrounding property or road. See Plate 2

Plate 2: Showing the road network of the proposed site.

3.6 BUSINESS OPERATIONS

The basic commodities that will be allowed are sale of household needs. The products

shall be supplies through marketer from industries. The products shall be sold to

buyers, motorists, and individuals.

Figure 3: Site LocatioPlan
Figure 4: Ground Floor Plan
Figure 5: First Floor Plan
Figure 6: Roof Plan
Figure 7:
Figure 8: Front
Right Elevation
Side Elevation
Figure 9: Left Side Elevation
Figure 10: Rear Elevation
 CHAPTER FOUR

4.0 THE EVALUATION OF PROPOSAL

Sequence to the previous chapter, it is important that an environmental impact analysis be

prepared for the project in order to critically assess the project design.

4.1 THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The aspects of physical environment investigated for impact are soil, landscape, climate,

drainage and land use compatibility.

i. Soil

From observation, the geology of the area does not pose any problem in respect of the

development of the site. The soil is firm and has adequate load bearing capacity. Since

the development was for the construction of an office complex, the normal disturbances

to soil during construction activities such as compacting, excavation and grading was

restricted to the project site. The short period of construction made exposure of the site

after clearing to erosion to be insignificant. The compaction of the surface soil as a result

of construction activities is not likely to affect the capability of the soil to support the

growth of landscape elements like grasses, flower, hedges etc. the assessor is also

satisfied that the conditions required by the nature of the soil for building had been duly

taken care of by the consultant Architect and Engineer and would not change as a result

of land construction activities.

 ii. Landscape

The moderate area of the site implies quite minimal change to the natural landscape of

the area. There are no natural landscape elements like hills, steam etc in the site needing

destruction, removal or modification. The main landscape feature on the site was the

secondary vegetation, bush regrowth and cultivated crops, which had to be removed. This

vegetation did not have significant landscape value. Their removal and replacement was

carefully chosen. Landscape materials have greatly improved the landscape quality of the

area.

iii. Climate

The climatic factors that prevail on the site are similar to those that operate in the larger

environment and the activities of the office complex will not in any way affect these

factors adversely. The area of the site that requires hard surfacing such as the parking

area and walkways is insignificant to have any appreciable effect on the microclimate of

the area.

iv. Drainage

Drainage is another aspect of the physical environment to take note of. The project site is

not a man-made soil; hence the problem of water logging does not arise. There is no

stream or other water body in the vicinity that the project can obstruct. The architect

incorporated measure to drain the site by gravity to the public drainage channel in the

design.
 v. Land use

In terms of land use, a study of the area carried out by this consultant revealed that the

area is predominantly mixed in terms of land use. The office complex will enhance the

development of the area as other complementary land use will begin to be attracted to the

area. Moreover, the complex does not possess any feature that will make its operation to

be detrimental to the existing land use.

The project site was a vacant land (i.e without any supper structure), which will have to

be destroyed. It has its own ecosystem, whereby plants and animals are linked to their

environment through a series of feedback and loops. Although detailed study of all

ecosystems in the project site is beyond the scope of this report, the implications of the

removal of the existing vegetation on the ecology of the area should be monitored.

This project has affected the ecology of the area through the destruction of the natural

habitat of plants and animals, and has added its own quota to the effects of destruction of

the habitat.

In the first instance, the project has further reduced the carrying capacity of the local

ecosystem i.e. the largest number of plants and animal’s species that the environment can

carry has further been reduced. The food web, i.e. the complex network of food chain as

well as the predator-prey relations, which are directly balanced by natural process, has

been disrupted.

Furthermore, the various functions performed by natural vegetation such as

protection against erosion, maintenance of soil composition, source of firewood etc

has been affected.

However, there should be no cause for alarm as the area affected is insignificant to

warrant costly, long-term environment-protection and conservation measures.

4.2 HUMAN ACTIVITY PATTERN

The aspects examined with regards to the human activity patterns include

demography, employment structure and traffic and transportation.

i. Demographic Aspect

The establishment of the office complex in the area will not lead to changes in the

population of the area. Though, some people apart from the residents will just come

to patronize, buy and go. '

It was envisaged that both skilled and unskilled labour would be involved at the

construction stage. Although the number to be drawn by the project could not be

ascertained with any accuracy, it is expected that most of them came from Ibadan.

Since they were attracted as a result of construction activities, they could be regarded

as transient population whose impact would be temporary.

Upon the completion of the project, people would be needed to work in the office

complex, meaning that population would be attracted from mainly the neighborhood.

Serious impact is not envisaged in this area, as the population attracted is transient.

Hence, the consultant is of the opinion that the daytime increase in population during

construction and operation of the complex is within reasonable limit.

ii. Employment Structure

With the information from this complex few employments are generated directly. These

are office clerks and night guards. During construction, there would be job opportunities

for both skilled and unskilled personnel like bricklayers, artisans, masons, site

supervisors and engineers in the areas of plumbing, electrical, mechanical and

construction works.

4.3 INFRASTRUCTURE

4.3.1 Electricity

Ibadan Electric Distribution Company (IBEDC) supplies the electricity requirement of

the office complex. The Management of the office complex has taken necessary steps to

ensure that necessary machineries are put in place to supply power to the site.

In order to ensure continuous power supply during power failure, low voltage or

fluctuation from the mains, provision has been made for a generating set.

4.3.2 Water Supply

Although the project only requires water for domestic use such as in the toilet, for

drinking and washing purposes, yet its supply is highly essential. Since there is no public

water supply in the area, water has been tapped from a high capacity well sunk by the

developer with provision for regular supply for various uses and this well will be the first

to be on ground before construction.

4.3.3 Sewerage

The limited scope of operation of the proposed complex is advantageous in the sense that

liquid effluent, which is harmful to the environment, is deposited in septic tanks. Sewage

consists mainly of human wastes, and modern sanitary system (septic tank-water closet)

provided on the site will cope effectively. As a result, the development has not affected

the environment negatively as the tanks will be dislodged by tanker Lorries from time to

time and the liquid effluent recycled for other uses.

4.3.4 Solid and Liquid wastes

The operation of the office complex involves the generation of solid wastes. Such

wastes are mainly domestic, like empty cartons, waste paper, wrappings, boxes and

liquid wastes such as water from cleaning. There is every possibility that waste

waters from the complex will be contaminated. These liquid wastes are not likely to

constitute danger to the environment if properly drained.

4.3.5 Environmental Pollution

i. Noise

Noise is one of the forms of environmental pollution, and it can be directly

associated with this kind of proposed development. Uncontrolled noise level in an

environment can be hazardous depending on the intensity and duration of time one is

exposed to the noise.

Noise pollution is envisaged during construction as a result of construction related

activities. However, the non-involvement of heavy machinery made the expected

noise level to be within tolerable limit. Also occasional noise from buying and selling

is expected.

ii. Air Pollution

Air that is polluted can be dangerous to human health and that of plants and animals.

Hence a reduction in the quality of air around us should be prevented, more so that

air cannot be purified centrally and redistributed for general use. With respect to the

office complex, sources of air pollution likely to be envisaged are from various kinds

of vehicles coming and leaving the complex.

Their gaseous exhaust will emit lead particles, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide etc.

that are products of incomplete combustion of gasoline.

Also, expected is pollution of air from stationary sources. These sources include

burning of combustible refuse and the operation of generating set.

It must be pointed out that there is virtually no air pollution in the area presently and

the introduction of this project is not likely to alter the situation drastically. This is

because the scope of activities of the project is not such as could warrant air

pollution and the density of the population in the area is low.

iii. Water Pollution

Pollution of water by whatever means can lead to an outbreak of water borne

diseases in an area. There is cyclonic interaction between surface and underground

water sources. The use of septic tank necessitates the consideration of water

pollution in the area. Contamination could arise from the septic tank if improperly

constructed.
4.4 METHODOLOGY

It is necessary to evaluate the impacts that have been identified so far in order to

form an independent and objective opinion about the project. Over the years different

methods of evaluation have been used. The most popular, and hence the most

appealing is the normalization and mathematical weighing technique. This technique

requires that environmental factors are assigned weight varying from ‘1’, ‘5’, ‘1’

being very negative impact and '5' being very positive impact. The performance level

of each impact descriptor is determined either quantitatively or uses value factors,

which are supported or established by law. This technique is useful because it allows

for the establishment of an aggregate or an index for comparing alternatives.

On the basis of the above the consultant will now express his opinion as regards each

of the aspects of the impact earlier discussed.

4.1.1 The Physical Environment

Given the scope of the proposed project, its impact on the soil is likely to be positive

in the sense that is going to be a kind of protection of the subsoil from erosion

activities. There is also protection of the soil from activities that destroy soil

nutrients, texture and moisture content such as bush fire.

A rating of four (4) points is considered as representative of the impact of the project

on the soil. The replacement and modification of the existing landscape with

landscaping materials specially chosen for their different qualities will contribute

immensely to the aesthetic value of the environment. The impact is obviously very

positive and a rating of 5 points is appropriate.

Both climate and drainage can only be affected by projects whose scope and coverage are

extremely large. The moderate scope of the proposed development does not make it to

have any significant impact on the climate and drainage of the area. A rating of 3 points

is considered to reflect the neutrality of impact.

The existing land use in the area and the proposed development are not incompatible. The

positive contribution of this proposal to the land use pattern of the area cannot be

ignored. Since the impact is considered very positive, a rating of 4 points is awarded.

4.1.2 Ecology

The consultant is of the opinion that the consequences of removal of the nature!

Vegetation cover of the area is not serious to warrant drastic measures. The impact that

the project will have on the ecology is considered neutral. This is because large expanse

of natural vegetation still abounds in the area so that equilibrium can be easily re-

established. A rating of 3 points is thus awarded.

4.1.3 Human Activity Pattern

In terms of population, it is in the consultant's view that the development is not capable of

drawing large population into the area to the extent of causing significant changes in the

population characteristics. The project impact in this regard is therefore neutral and is

denoted by 3 points.

However, the project has increased the employment opportunities through the creation of

more jobs in the 'area. Since, most of the workers will be drawn from Akobo1 and

neighborhood settlements, the project will improve the employment situation. A positive
impact with a rating of 4 points is thus considered objective.

The impact of the development on transport and transportation is considered positive as

the abutting road, the main Akobo road will be put to use adequately. A rating of 4 points

is therefore awarded.

4.1.4 Infrastructural Services

Having pointed out in the earlier part of the report that the area has no pipe-borne water,

it is obvious that the development obtains its water needs from a high capacity well sunk

by the developer of the office complex.

The need for the development to provide for its own water needs will likely improve the

water supply situation of the area. The consultant's suggestion for a well or bore hole has

met the water needs of the complex. A rating of 4 points is therefore considered

appropriate.

Since the developer has arranged for the supply of electricity to the project site, the

immediate environment will also benefit from it. A rating of 4 points is awarded.

The use of septic tank method sewage disposal is considered adequate to cope with the

sewage generation level envisaged. The consultant doesn't expect the environment to be

contaminated by the sewage because the technology is well understood and should have

been constructed without difficulty. Its impact is considered positive because it has not

contributed to environmental nuisance compared with the traditional method of pit latrine

and ‘shut put'. A rating of 4 points is thus given. Both solid and liquid wastes to be

generated by the office complex are not toxic in nature. The proper handling of these
wastes will therefore reduce any likely environmental problem. The impact is thus

going to be neutral, and three (3) points is awarded to reflect this thinking.

4.1.5 Social and Community Service

Since existing facilities are not expected to be overstretched, the project will not

affect these facilities adversely, more so that it is not going to attract large population

from outside the area. It is not likely that the government will be compelled to

provide other services that are presently lacking as a result of this new project. Its

impact is thus considered neutral and a rating of 3 points is awarded accordingly.

4.1.6 Environmental Pollution

The development is not likely to contribute to air pollution in the area. The level of

contribution will not be significant enough to warrant special measures. This is also

true of noise pollution, especially during construction. Water pollution is very

unlikely. The impact of the project on these forms of pollution is insignificantly and

three (3) points each is awarded.

Finally, it is expedient to summarize the overall impacts of the office complex in

order to know whether it is detrimental or beneficial to the environment.

Thus, this is done with the preparation of an impact score sheet as shown below.
 TABLE 1: IMPACT SCORE SHEET

Attribute Maximum
point Perception Point
obtainable Value obtained
1 THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
i Soil 5 Excellent 4
ii Landscape 5 Excellent 4
iii Climate and Drainage 5 Neutral 3
iv Land use 5 Excellent 4
2 ECOLOGY 5 Neutral 3
3 HUMAN ACTIVITIES PATTERN
i Population 5 Neutral 3
ii Employment 5 Excellent 4
iii Transport and Transportation 5 Excellent 4
4 INFRASTRUCTURAL SERVICES
i Water 5 Excellent 4
ii Electricity 5 Excellent 4
iii Sewage 5 Excellent 4
iv Solid and Liquid wastes 5 Neutral 3
5 SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY 5 Neutral 3
6 ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
I Air pollution 5 Neutral 3
Ii Noise pollution 5 Neutral 3
Iii Water pollution 5 Neutral 3
TOTAL 80 57
% Scored 71.25

The scoring guide recommended by the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners is given
in Table II below.

TABLE II - IMPACT SCORE SHEET REMARK

Scoring Guide Rating Remark

5-very positive impact 100-61% Acceptance

4—positive impact 60-41% Critical consideration

3—Neutral impact Below 40% Not acceptable

 2—Negative impact

1—Very negative impact

In view of the scoring guide recommended by the NITP, the proposed office complex

performance of 71.25% is considered approvable after other requirements have being

fulfilled.
 CHAPTER FIVE

5.0 RECOMMENDATION AND CONCLUSION

The increasing needs of man in an environment of scarce resources and fragile

ecosystems have necessitated a conscious and responsible use of his environment. It is

not advisable to assault our environment any longer, and at the same time escape the

consequences.

Much as development projects can be beneficial, they can equally be detrimental to the

environment. The decision to embark on a project will thus depend on whether its

benefits outweigh its cost or not.

The studies carried out on behalf of the proposed office complex have shown that this

project will be beneficial to the locality in particular and the larger community in general.

With its 71.25% level of conformity, it is believed that the project has positive impact at

least at the micro level, and is also contributing its own little positive impact at the macro

level.

While the positive impacts have been highlighted, the consultant has tried to be objective

as much as possible by not shutting his eyes at some problem areas. This has led to the

suggestion of measures to be taken.

It is in this view, the owner of the proposed office complex and all other parties that will

be involve in the construction should strictly follow all the proceedings throughout the

construction stage and after.

Based on the above and as well the outcome of the study as presented in the report there

is no iota of doubt that the benefits outweigh the marginal change on the total
environment in its neighborhood.

Since the positive impact for outweighed the negative impact we therefore recommend

that the proposed office complex be fully supported and granted necessary planning

approval, if when it complies with other provisions of the Town Planning Law, bearing in

mind that the project will be constructed and used according to the specification in the

plan submitted.