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Proposed Mornington Safe Harbour, Planning Report

SINCLAIR KNIGHT MERZ

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Figure 27 Example of Travel Lift

A boat wash down area is proposed within the MYC yard in the general location indicated on the Concept Layout Plan Proposed Works Overlaid On Aerial Photo and the Concept Layout Plan Proposed Works plans.

The travel lift would suspend the boat over the wash down area immediately after leaving the water. The wash down area would generally comprise concrete hardstand with a sump graded similar to a shower base with a grating at its centre. This facility would be used for the first wash down of the boat which would be undertaken with a high pressure washer. The fouling from the boat would then pass through the grating and large pieces would be trapped in a basket. The remainder would pass into an underground holding/settling tank and would then be pumped to the sewerage system. It is anticipated that a trade waste licence agreement would be required as the Sandringham Yacht Club has this type of agreement for its boat washdown facility.

Rain and other run off from the rest of the yard would be collected in an underground tank and then pumped to a tank farm. This water would then be used for the first boat wash down as well as other washing uses around the yard including boats. Any yard run off not would pass through settling tanks and a sand filter and into the storm water. The sand filter would be regularly backwashed to the sewerage system. The only discharge of rain from the yard would be when the capacity of the system is exceeded.



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MBHL would charge fees for use of the travel lift and boat wash down facility which would be consistent with fees charged by other boating facilities.

6.6.8. Lighting

A limited amount of additional lighting is proposed to provide safe pedestrian access to the proposed Safe Harbour as follows:

6 overhead lights are proposed on the walkway on top of the harbour wavescreen.

4 overhead lights are proposed on the new Public Jetty.

Low level down lights mounted on bollards 0.7 metres high on the finger jetties to provide access to the pen berths and for security of vessels.

The overhead lights are proposed to be of a similar type and height to existing overhead lights on Mornington Pier and the Public Jetty. Low level lighting is proposed on the sewerage pump out facility and refuelling facility to provide for emergency use of these facilities. Navigational lighting is proposed to be installed on the buoys which mark the boat lanes shown on the Concept Plan (refer to Appendix L).

All lighting would be designed and located to minimise glare for vessels navigating in the vicinity of the Harbour.

6.6.9. Refuelling Facility

A refuelling facility is proposed to be located at the end of the new Public Jetty on a floating pontoon with fuel and pump out facilities (refer to Concept Plan Appendix L).

This location has been selected to ensure that the refuelling facility is publicly accessible to all users of the Mornington Harbour. It would also minimise risk to public safety in the event that any fire or explosion occurs as it is separated from the pen berths and other public facilities.

A specific refuelling facility or fuel provider has not been selected. However, the underground storage tank is proposed to be a double skinned underground storage tank which tank that meets the specifications of the Victorian Environment Protection Authority (2003) Guidelines on the Design, Installation and Management Requirements for Underground Petroleum Storage Systems. This tank is proposed to be located underground within the MYC’s leased area.

The underground tank would be sited so that it can be refuelled by a tanker without disruption to access to the adjacent carparking areas and would be considered as part of the finalisation of the MPSC car park layout.The footprint of the underground storage tank would be approximately 5m x



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3m x 3m. It is anticipated that installation of the underground fuel tank would require excavation to a depth of approximately 2.5m.

The above ground fuel bowser is proposed to be co-located with the sewage pump out facility and designed to be consistent with AS 3692-2001. It would comprise double containment fuel lines over water and equipment which can be used to contain and clean up any fuel spillage should this occur. It would also comprise durable materials which are able to withstand the marine environment including the effects of salt spray.

The refuelling facility is proposed to be accessible to the public and is intended to be managed by a marina manager as part of the broader Safe Harbour. Further details regarding access to the refuelling facility are proposed to be provided as part of the Safe Harbour Management Plan (OEMP) referred to in the draft planning permit conditions.

The OEMP is proposed to contain a refuelling management plan including details regarding the construction and operation of the refuelling facility to ensure that its installation and use minimises any impact of pollution on the Harbour. A proposed condition related to the refuelling management plan requires that the plan include measures to manage the installation and operation of the refuelling facility, measures to manage any petrol spills and measures to ensure that all users of the Safe Harbour are aware of their responsibilities with regard to use of the refuelling facility.

The proposed floating public fuel dock consists of two twin hose dispenser units (bowsers) and connected to a 30,000 litre storage tank.

The first dispenser is proposed to incorporate both high and standard flow hoses for the delivery of diesel to both recreational and commercial vessels.The second dispenser is proposed to have two standard flow hoses for delivery of unleaded petrol (ULP). It should be noted that the standard flow (or Low flow) refers to a maximum flow rate of 50 l/min. High flow refers to a maximum flow rate of 80 l/min. It is not proposed to install ultra high flow appliances (flow rate up to 103 l/min), due to safety and environmental considerations.

General public access to the fuel pontoon is proposed to be restricted from the marina, by the installation of a security gate, for security and safety reasons. Entry through the gate is intended to be gained via a security key or other controlled access system (e.g. secure P.I.N or proximity card reader).

Fuel is proposed to be available to the general public between office hours 8.00am to 5.00pm, 7 days per week or while supervision is available. Access by club members and authorised commercial operators is proposed to be available at all times through a key monitored access.



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Fuel is proposed to be self administered and paid by credit card activation of the pump.

A twin compartment, double walled fibreglass tank, is proposed to be installed underground, adjacent to the marina (refer to site layout in Appendix L). The tank is to be fitted with a hydrostatic monitoring system for leak detection and an electronic monitoring and inventory console. It is estimated that the tank will have a total capacity of 30,000 litres and be split into a 20,000 litre diesel compartment and a 10,000 litre ULP compartment.

6.6.10. Dockside Sewage Pump-Out Facility

A sewage pump out facility is proposed to be located at the end of the new Public Jetty on a floating pontoon adjacent to the fuel facilities (refer to Concept Plan Appendix L). These facilities would provide sewage pump out facilities for onboard wastewater tanks and are proposed to be connected to the existing sewage system and an electricity supply.The proposed system has not been selected. However, it is intended to be as manufactured by Marine Sanitation Pty Ltd or an equivalent qualified supplier.

Figure 28 shows an example of a sewage pump out facility which provides an indication of the general type of equipment proposed.

Dockside sewage pump-out systems are designed for use by larger boats which contain holding tanks. They incorporate a pump and hose arrangement to remove waste from the boat holding tank to reticulated sewerage infrastructure. It is proposed to install a heavy-duty dockside discharge pump located and housed in a brushed 316 stainless steel cabinet similar to a fuel pump. The unit is proposed to consist of a suction pump and hose and salt water wash down pump and hose.

The discharge pump is proposed to be connected directly to the sewer system. The hose would connect to the deck plate of the vessel and take approximately 3 minutes to discharge the vessel and a further 3 minutes to complete flushing.

The proposed wash down hose would use seawater, avoiding the need for connection to mains drinking water. This system would eliminate the risk of backflow into mains water. Boat sewage hoppers are designed for boats that use a portable toilet. The portable toilet would be removed from the boat and emptied directly into the hopper, which would be connected to the main sewer.

The proposed system is intended to be fitted with a sewage hopper. This unit would improve the safety, cleanliness and ease of emptying portable toilets.

This facility is proposed to operate in accordance with the Best Practice Guidelines for Waste Reception Facilities at Ports, Marinas and Boat Harbours (ANZECC 1997) and the EPA



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Guidelines for Cleaner Marinas (1998).Explosion proof motors are proposed to be provided as an added safety precaution due to proximity to fuel. The system would be installed with regards to the minimum safe distance requirements from the fuel bowsers (horizontal extended length of bowser hose plus 2.4m).

The sewage pump out facility is proposed to be managed as part of the broader Safe Harbour and is proposed be accessible to the public. Further details regarding access to the dockside sewerage pump out facility and management of the facility are proposed to be provided as part of the Safe Harbour Management Plan referred to in the draft planning permit conditions. In addition, the Environment Management Plan (EMP), which will include a Sewerage Management Plan, is proposed to contain details regarding the construction and operation of the sewerage pump out facility to ensure that its installation and use minimises any impact of pollution on the Harbour. The proposed condition related to the EMP requires that the Sewerage Management Plan includes measures to manage any spills of waste water and that users of the Safe Harbour are aware of amenities in the MYC building with regard to wastewater disposal and the sewage pump out facility.

Figure 28 Example of Sewage Pump-Out Facility



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6.6.11. Refuse Collection and Management

Refuse collection is proposed to be provided for the marina berths to ensure that all waste generated by the Safe Harbour does not cause any pollution. Receptacles are proposed to be designed using materials able to withstand the marine climate and which have spill proof design features. Further details regarding refuse collection and management will be addressed as part of the Safe Harbour Operation Plan.

The existing refuse collection, which is managed by the MPSC, is anticipated to continue for the remainder of Mornington Harbour.

6.6.12. Fish Cleaning Facilities

Fish cleaning facilities, located next to the public boat ramp, will not be affected by the proposed Safe Harbour. No new fish cleaning facilities are proposed as part of the Safe Harbour.

6.6.13. Disabled Access

Existing disabled access to small boats is provided at Mornington Harbour via a ramp adjacent to the public boat ramp. This access will be retained and as part of the proposed Safe Harbour, low level access for people with a disability and/or limited mobility will also be provided to small and larger boats via the floating pontoons leading from the new public jetty to the second marina arm.

6.6.14. Amenities

Five public toilets, one urinal and five showers are currently provided within the MYC building which are connected to the sewage system and electricity supply. These facilities are proposed to be refurbished and are intended to meet the needs of Safe Harbour users and visitors to the MYC boating facilities. These facilities are intended to be available at all times (24 hours per day, 7 days per week) under MYC controlled and secured conditions.

The toilets are not intended to be open to the general public as public toilets are provided to the north-west of the Kiosk.

6.6.15. Fire Fighting Equipment

Fire fighting equipment to the proposed Safe Harbour is proposed to be provided in accordance with AS 3962-2001. Fire hydrants are proposed adjacent to the head of each gangway and reels are proposed to reach the pen berths. Fire extinguishers will also be provided within the proposed Safe Harbour.



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Further details regarding the type, location and maintenance of fire fighting equipment are intended to be included in the Safe Harbour Management Plan proposed to be prepared as a planning permit condition.

6.6.16. Signage

No signage is sought as part of this planning application for the proposed Safe Harbour. Any signage which requires a planning permit will be the subject of a separate application following the outcome of the EES and combined planning scheme amendment and planning permit requests.

Navigational signage required is proposed to be outlined in the Safe Harbour Operation Plan which is intended to be developed as a planning permit condition.

6.6.17. Managers Office

A Harbour Manager’s office is proposed to be provided within the existing MYC building. The office is proposed to be located within the existing building footprint. Refer to Appendix BB for the development plans of the clubhouse detailing the Managers office and the proposed toilets.

6.6.18. Additional Toilet Facilities

New toilets are proposed adjacent to the Manager Office located within the existing building footprint. Refer to Appendix BB for the development plans for the clubhouse detailing the Managers office and the proposed toilets. The new toilet facilities are proposed to be only available to MYC member and safe harbour lessees.

6.6.19. Existing MYC Building

No changes are proposed to the operation or size of the existing MYC building, including the operation of the Rocks Restaurant. No changes are proposed to the existing liquor licence which applies to the Rocks Restaurant and bar at the MYC.

6.6.20. Car Parking and Shuttle Bus Service

The existing area leased by MYC does not include the adjacent car park administered by the MPSC. MBHL is not seeking to include any of the Council administered car park within any new or amended lease for the proposed Safe Harbour with the exception of a small area which is proposed to be leased for the sewage pump out facility and the refuelling facility.

MBHL acknowledge that there are limited opportunities for the provision of additional car parking at Schnapper Point. A planning permit is not required for a reduction or waiver of car parking



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pursuant to Clause 52.06 of the MPPS as no car parking rate is specified for a "pleasure boat facility".

The Traffic and Car Parking Assessment report at Appendix P recommends that the existing car parking layout at Mornington Harbour between the head of the Pier and Kiosk is redesigned. MBHL commissioned SKM to prepare a report containing preliminary sketch options for a potential redesign of the lower car park area at Mornington Harbour (see Appendix Q) to achieve dual purposes of improving safety for pedestrians and vehicles and increasing the overall parking yield. This report identifies four options for the redesign of the car parking layout at Mornington Harbour which are outlined in further detail in section 6.6.20 and Appendix Q of this report. It is acknowledged that cooperation between many organisations would be required to achieve such a redesign as MBHL does not have the power to undertake these works by itself.

In pre-application consultation with MPSC the provision of a shuttle bus was discussed. As a result of these discussions it is proposed to provide a modest shuttle bus service for Harbour users operated by the MBHL on race days as outlined in the Traffic and Parking Assessment at Appendix P.

In summary the service would:

Operate only on MYC racing days on Saturdays during summer.

Collect sailors with their gear during the early afternoon- from noon to 2.30pm.

Return sailors with their gear during the late afternoon- say 4.00pm to 7.00pm.

Be available to the general public between these hours.

Be a single bus operation.

Require a bus stop near the Pier or MYC.

Have a frequency of around 12 minutes depending on the route which would amount to approximately 12 round trips per hours of operation.

Five limited possible shuttle bus routes have are identified and are shown in Figure 29. A shuttle bus drop off point would need to be nominated and discussed with the MPPS as part of the preparation of a Traffic and Parking Management Plan which is anticipated to form part of any planning permit conditions.



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Figure 29 Possible Shuttle Bus Routes



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6.6.21. Beach Monitoring and Stabilisation

Detailed beach monitoring is proposed in the first year following development of the proposed Safe Harbour to assess any change in alignment over the winter months. Monitoring any impacts of the proposed Safe Harbour is proposed to continue on an annual basis over time. At the end of the 12 month period, the monitoring results are proposed to be assessed with the view to either continue the yearly relocation of beach sand or construct an off-shore reef to restrict the areas of annual sediment deposition to a zone.

If monitoring indicates that sand relocation is required, sand is proposed to be relocated back to the existing alignment with an excavator and truck on an annual basis during the spring months (if required). The actual rate of build up would depend on weather conditions and sand relocation may not be required annually. Consideration would also need to be given to the need for an artificial reef following annual detailed monitoring of the beach alignment during the first year of operation.

The reef has been designed but is only proposed to be constructed if required.

Clause 62.02-2 of the MPPS exempts any works necessary to prevent soil erosion, or any works to ensure soil conservation or reclamation unless a permit is specifically required for such works. There are currently no permit requirements for these works under the PPRZ or ESO25. However, it is acknowledged that there is a need to monitor beach alignment and to ensure that beach renourishment works are appropriately managed.

6.6.22. Beach Stabilisation

A number of options for managing potential changes in coastal processes associated with the proposed Safe Harbour have been considered as part of coastal processes investigations undertaken for the proposed Safe Harbour. The Coastal Processes Investigations Assessment (see Appendix R) have identified that if monitoring results indicate that a further management measure is required, an artificial offshore reef would be the most appropriate method to restrict the area of annual sediment deposition stabilise Scout Beach.

If required, the off-shore reef would control the alongshore transport of sand by providing an area sheltered from waves where sand would build up. The Coastal Processes Investigations Assessment Report advises that if the off-shore reef is required, it should be a 30 metre artificial offshore reef which extends approximately 30 metres offshore from the low water mark, north of the channel at Scout Beach (see Appendix L). If required, the off-shore reef would have a crest at approximately 1 metre AHD and would stabilise the beach while minimising its visual impact.



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If required, the reef would be constructed from local rock or brown granite of from gabions filled with local or some other similar rock. The reef would have no physical presence at the shoreline and would not hamper sand removal in the annual relocation process. A photomontage of the proposed offshore reef (if required) is presented in the Landscape and Visual Amenity Assessment (see Appendix S).

6.7. Construction Activities

It is anticipated that the construction of the proposed Safe Harbour would take approximately 18 months. An EMP which contains a Construction Management Plan is proposed to be developed prior to the commencement of any works. This would set out management measures to minimise any impacts on the environment during the construction processes. The CMP would also include requirements to ensure that construction works that have the potential to significantly disrupt harbour users, such as trucking in of construction materials occurs outside of holiday periods including the Christmas and New Year periods.

Construction works are proposed to include:

Mobilise plant to contractor’s yard area and berth.

Construction of public jetty.

Construction of harbour wavescreen.

Installation of marina berths.

Construction of land based facilities.

Clean up and restore site.

The Harbour Wavescreen would be constructed prior to the Pier Wavescreen and extension due to space constraints and to keep access to the existing Pier during construction.

6.7.1. Construction of Public Jetty

Construction of the public jetty would involve pre casting the deck units and preparing timber fender and screen panels. These components would then be trucked to the site.

Piles would be driven into the seabed and high density polyethylene (HDPE) sleeves would be installed to provide a minimum life of 50 years. Pre-cast crossheads and in-situ concrete would be put in place followed by the deck units and timber fender panels and handrails.



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6.7.2. Construction of Harbour and Pier Wavescreens

Construction of the Harbour and Pier Wavescreens would involve driving piles into the seabed at approximately 5-6m CD centres. High density polyethylene (HDPE) sleeves would be installed to provide a design life of greater than 50 years.

The materials for the wavescreens would be barged to the site where cranes will be used to transfer the materials from the barges to the construction plant. Pre-cast pile caps would be installed with in-situ connections. The steel piles would support the in-situ concrete longitudinal beam. This longitudinal beam would then connect to the precast wavescreen panels.

6.7.3. Installation of Marina Berths

The berths are proposed to compriseconcrete encased polystyrene filled pontoons with steel mooring piles. The mooring piles would have HDPE sleeves to provide a design life greater than 50 years.

The pontoons would be trucked to the site and then towed to the appropriate berth locations. The walkways and fingers would then be assembled and services installed.

6.7.4. Construction of Land Based Facilities

The sewage pump out facility is proposed to be placed on the public jetty and connected to the sewer system via a pipe.

Installation of the refuelling facility would involve excavation work under the north- east of the car parking area (in the area between the head of Mornington Pier and the Schnapper Point Café) to enable the underground storage tank to be put in place. Installation is proposed to be undertaken in accordance with the Victorian EPA Guidelines on the Design, Installation and Management Requirements for Underground Petroleum Storage Systems (2003).

No construction works are proposed as a part of the redesign of the car parking layout, apart from grading between the current split levels of the car park near the foot of Mornington Pier. It is proposed that the redesign of the car parking layout involve re-painting the car parking layout to allow for a simpler search pattern.

6.8. Construction Materials

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proposed for the various structures which form part of this proposal are summarised inTable 12 Proposed Construction Materials

Table 12 Proposed Construction Materials

Component Materials

Floating marina Visible surfaces of the floating pontoons will be concrete (grey / white in colour). Marina piling (to restrain the pontoons) will be steel but will be encased in a HDPE (high density polyethylene) casing for corrosion protection. HDPE is usually black in colour. The marina piling will be topped with conical shaped pile caps which will be white in colour. Gangways leading to the pontoons from the fixed structures will be made of aluminium. These are not usually coloured in any way but left with the raw aluminium finish. The decks of the gangways are usually made from marine grade plywoods which will be painted with a non-slip coating and is usually coloured to match with the surface colour of the pontoons. Secure gateway entrances to the marina will be located at certain locations. These usually take the form of a locked gate at the top or bottom of the gangways and are made of ‘expanded metal’ panels, like those used in domestic security doors. These can be coloured an unobtrusive colour.

Wavescreen Steel piling will be sleeved in black HDPE. Wavescreen panels will be precast concrete – grey / white colour. Superstructure will be precast concrete - grey / white colour. Walking surface would be concrete but could be covered in timber (but this would be entirely cosmetic). Handrailing will be either galvanised steel (Monowills type) – could be painted if required or fabricated steel hand-railing - painted (any colour) – like those on the floating bike path on the Yarra River.

Public Jetty Steel piling will be sleeved in black HDPE. Structural members will be reinforced concrete – grey / white colour. Walking surface would be concrete but could be covered in timber (but this would be entirely cosmetic). Handrailing will be either galvanised steel (Monowills type) – could be painted if required or fabricated steel hand-railing - painted (any colour) – like those on the floating bike path on the Yarra River.



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Component Materials

Fuelling / Pump-out Pontoon As per general floating marina but with petrol bowser type attachments.

6.9. Proposed Lease Area

Following consideration of the planning application and the EES, MBHL intend to enter into discussions with MPSC in its role as Committee of Management to amend the existing lease of Crown land. The exact area of additional land sought to be leased has not yet been determined. However, it is anticipated that it would include land where the following proposed facilities are located as shown on the concept plan in Appendix L.

The proposed refuelling facility.

The proposed sewerage pump out facility.

It is also anticipated that the existing agreement to occupy areas of Crown land on the seaward side of the Harbour on land managed by PV and DSE would need to be modified.

Preliminary discussions with PV and DSE have indicated that the Committee of Management boundaries may need to be amended to streamline management of the Harbour area and to ensure that a single Committee of Management has overall responsibility for management of land (including the seabed) on the seaward side of the Harbour.

The existing agreement will also need to be amended to cover a larger area of land (primarily comprising sea bed) occupied by the proposed Safe Harbour. This may also require modification of the area of land administered by the Committee of Management so that the whole area is managed under a single agreement rather than multiple agreements from multiple agencies.

6.10. On-going Operation and Maintenance

The ongoing operation of the Safe Harbour is proposed to be similar to the operation of the current Harbour. MBHL is proposed to be responsibile for management of Safe Harbour facilities. A Safe Harbour Management Plan is proposed as a permit condition to guide overall management of the proposed Safe Harbour.

The Safe Harbour has a design life of approximately 50 years. The wavescreen is proposed to be coated in a concrete protection agent to minimise deterioration. A maintenance plan would be prepared as part of the Safe Harbour Management Plan to ensure that the Safe Harbour is well maintained. It is expected that minor maintenance work such as the replacement of bolts, cleats and



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timber whalers on pontoons and cleats would be undertaken on a periodic basis. No major replacement of infrastructure is anticipated over the 50 year design life of the Safe Harbour.

6.10.1. Draft Planning Permit Conditions

Draft permit conditions have been prepared as part of this application and are contained at Appendix T. Draft planning permit conditions outline construction measures, operational measures, beach renourishment requirements, wastewater management and other matters.

It is anticipated that the draft planning permit conditions will evolve over the application process as Council considers and exhibits the application including the draft permit and when a panel considers any submissions and the merits of the application.

Proposed condition 23 seeks a 5 year period to commence the development and a 10 year period from the date of issue of the planning permit to complete the development. Both periods to commence and complete the development are longer than the standard period of 2 years to commence development and 2 years to complete the development.

A longer time period for commencement and completion of the development is being sought in recognition of the scale of the development and to ensure that sufficient time is allowed to respond to any conditions of the permit. In addition, construction of the proposed Safe Harbour would need to be co-ordinated with works proposed to be undertaken by PV to the Pier to ensure integration of the proposed works and to minimise costs and disruptions to the Harbour. MBHL are seeking a staged development in recognition of the scale of development proposed. A standard 2 year permit would not be sufficient to complete the works on time.

The proposed works would also require use of marine equipment which may not be readily available as there is a limited amount of equipment within Victoria and it may be pre-booked for other development. This may mean that the development cannot commence for some time after a permit has been issued and subsequent other plans and details required to satisfy the permit conditions have been completed. In addition, the travel lift component of the proposed Safe Harbour may be installed at a later stage following completion of other works within the Harbour.

6.10.2. Environmental Management Plan

The technical reports which accompany this report outline a broad range of construction management measures to minimise off site impacts associated with the proposal.



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A framework for an Environmental Management Plan has been prepared and is included in Appendix U of this report. The final Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is anticipated to address the following issues:

Measures to control noise, dust, water and sediment laden runoff.

The location of parking areas for construction and sub-contractors' vehicles, to ensure that vehicles associated with construction activity cause minimum disruption to surrounding premises and traffic flows.

Dredging control measures.

Measures to manage waste and any accidental spills.

Emergency preparedness and response plans.

Measures to minimise impacts on marine animals.

Measures to minimise noise impacts.

Measures to monitor environmental impacts during the construction process.

Fuel management procedures.

Stockpile management procedures.

Measures to protect any archaeological deposits are uncovered during the construction works.

It is anticipated that the requirement for an EMP would form part of a planning permit issued for the proposed Safe Harbour. It is considered likely that the permit would be drafted in such a way that the development of the Safe Harbour could not commence until the EMP had been prepared and approved by the MPSC.

The MPSC could monitor the planning permit to ensure that the EMP provisions are being met during the construction and operation phases of the Safe Harbour. The community would also be able to advise Council if it considered that the EMP was not being complied with and request that Council investigate any alleged matters of non-compliance. MPSC could take enforcement action if it was found that any conditions of the planning permit, including the provisions of the EMP were not being complied with.

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