Case Decision - 183993

The committee requires that a Phase II Heritage Impact Assessment and a Phase II Paleontological Impact Assessment be made for further consideration. Public participation must also be included since there are many graves in the general area of development.

The following must be established:
- Identification of all heritage resources in the development area and its surroundings -50m- Assessment of the impact of the development on such heritage- Evaluation of the impact of the development on heritage resources relative to the sustainable social and economic benefits to be derived from the development- Results of consultation with communities affected by the proposed development and other interested and affected parties regarding the impact of the development on heritage resources.- Consideration of alternatives if heritage resources are affected by the development.- Mitigation plans for any adverse effects during and after completion of the project.- Table of all heritage resources identified. This should show Heritage resource type, description, location, significance and reasons for this rating.With regards to public participation- Proof of public participation must be tabled.- Method used to identify descendants must be recorded- Attach list of stakeholders and descendants identified Failure to comply with the requirements of the National Heritage Resources Act and the KwaZulu-Natal Amafa and Research Institute Act could lead to legal action being instituted against the applicant.