Description
On 6 June 2024, OSCO Aggregates Ltd registered the Pit No.4 Extension Project for environmental assessment, in accordance with Part IV of the Environment Act.
The proposed undertaking will involve the continued excavation of aggregate material (stone and sand) from the reserve within the current Pit No. 4 property, as well as expanding the pit towards the south, east, and north. This expansion will add 30 hectares to the current permitted pit surface area. The current Pit is located within PID No. 20134177; and the proposed extension will include portions of this PID and PID Nos. 20499364, 20499745 and 20134193.
The proposed Project will also include the addition of an electric washing/screening/crushing plant, installation of a settling pond, development of a water source, addition of an access road, and a fuel storage area. The rate of aggregate extraction from the site is expected to vary from year to year, starting from 150,000 metric tonnes per year, upwards depending on market demand.
Minister's Decision
On 26 July 2024, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change released a decision (PDF) concerning this review. The Minister has decided to approve the undertaking in accordance with Section 13(1)b of the Environmental Assessment Regulations, pursuant to Part IV of the Environment Act. The undertaking has been approved subject to a number of conditions (PDF).
Project Documents
- Minister's Decision, Approval (PDF)
- Conditions (PDF)
- Comments EA Registration (PDF)
- Public Notice (PDF)
Registration
- Pit No. 4 Extension Project EA Registration Document (PDF)
- Appendix A (PDF)
- Appendix B (PDF)
- Appendix C (PDF)
- Appendix D (PDF)
- Appendix E (PDF)
Opportunities for Public Input
Public comments on the Registration were accepted until 6 July 2024.
All comments received from the public consultation will be posted on the department's website for public viewing. In the case of an individual, the address, email and contact information will be removed before being placed on the website. By submitting your comments, you are consenting to the posting of your comments on the website.