5 Construction Programme and

Methodology
Introduction
5.1

This chapter of the Environmental Statement (ES) describes the anticipated demolition and
construction methodology of the Proposed Development. It identifies the likely significant effects
on the environment that may arise during construction. Proposed mitigation measures are set
out in Chapters 6 to 14.

5.2

Planning for demolition and construction is at this stage focussed on the key principles and may
be subject to modification during detailed construction planning. However, it is not anticipated
that there will be any different or new significant environmental effects if the demolition and
construction sequence differs from that assessed. If there are, then a supplemental ES will be
submitted to address those new or different impacts.

Indicative Programme
5.3

The demolition and construction programme associated with the Proposed Development is
anticipated to span a 3.5 year period. The exact sequence will be determined at a later date and
will be subject to agreement with contractors as the time of their appointment.

5.4

Nonetheless, an indicative phasing programme has been prepared, and is set out at Table 5.1
below. If at the detailed planning stage the phasing or demolition and construction programme
is materially different to that set out below, it will be subject to a supplemental ES to update the
assessment of effects.

Table 5.1 Indicative Demolition and Construction Programme

Activity

Approximate Start Date

Stage 1 Demolition and Enabling Works

Early 2017

Stage 2 Main Structure and Envelope

Spring 2017

Stage 3 Fit Out

Summer 2018

Target Potential Opening

Christmas 2019

Development in full operation

2020

5.5

Construction of the Proposed Development will be phased, meaning that aspects of the
development will be operational whilst construction works (internal fit out) are ongoing, thus
enabling continuity of trade for Boots, Sainsburys and Marks and Spencers.

5.6

The car park and leisure units are expected to be operational 12 months before the last
residential units are completed, and would therefore open for Christmas 2019. The residential
units would be fitted out for occupation during 2020 and the Proposed Development will
therefore become fully operational in 2020.

5.7

The ES and Transport Assessment (TA) have been completed on this basis.

Anticipated Methodology
Demolition and Construction Machinery
5.8

Consideration has been given to the types of plant that are likely to be used during the
demolition and construction phases of the Proposed Development. The plant and equipment
likely to be associated with the demolition and construction process is set out below in Table
5.2.
Table 5.2: Demolition and Construction Plant
Type of Machine
Tracked/wheeled 360 degree excavators
Excavator mounted hydraulic breakers
Long reach demolition excavators / grabs
Concrete saw cutting equipment
Low loader plant delivery vehicles
Building rubbish skips
13T machine
Hydraulic pulveriser
Hammers
Buckets for machine
Bobcats
Burning equipment
Water hoses
Protective screening
Dump trucks
Concrete crushing plant
Mobile and tower cranes
Eight-wheel trucks
Air compressors
Diamond cutting tools
Hand held tools including breakers (pneumatic and hydraulic)
Wheel washing plant
Heavy roller compaction and vibrating mechanical plant
Piling rigs
Scaffold
Mobile access platforms
Delivery truck
Skips/skip trucks
Forklift trucks
Hoists (Goods & Passenger)
Ready mix concrete wagons
On site concrete batching plant
Concrete placing booms & pumps
Hoarding
Road sweepers

Pre-Commencement
5.9

Prior to demolition and construction commencing, a full review of the Proposed Development
and all background information will be undertaken.

5.10 From this review, an outline method statement for the demolition and construction works of the
Proposed Development will be produced. This will be incorporated into a Construction

Environmental Management Plan (CEMP). A framework for the CEMP is included within
Appendix 5.1 and could form the basis of a detailed CEMP, normally required by planning
condition.
5.11 A pre-commencement safety risk register will be produced which will identify the high risk
activities of the demolition and construction process. This would include:

Interface with neighbours;

Noise;

Construction traffic;

Public protection;

Services protection;

Substructure works;

Super-structure construction;

Lifting operations;

External finishes; and

Building Services works.

5.12 Site set-up works would involve provision of a site office and staff welfare facilities on site prior
to commencement of the works and would be present throughout the demolition and
construction programme.
5.13 The Site would be registered with the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) and prior
consultation with local residents and interest groups would take place.

Stage 1 - Demolition and Enabling Works

5.14 The works consists of the following key demolition and construction activities, as shown on
Figure 5.1:

Area 1 - Full and partial demolition

Areas 2 and 3 - Full demolition

5.15 Initial site preparation works would comprise site clearance and demolition of existing structures
on site. The likely plant required for the demolition works is included within the list provided in
Table 5.2 and would include scaffolding, protective screening, excavators, hydraulic breakers,
excavators, dumpers, dust suppression (as required) and concrete cutting, crushing and
pulverising plant. Due consideration would be given to levels of noise produced during the
works, for example, given the proximity of heritage assets to the Site. Site clearance and
demolition activities will be followed by an earth moving exercise to achieve the required levels
on site for the basement construction.
5.16 Prior to starting on site a full survey of buried services will be carried out and service diversions
completed to maintained service provision, as required. All excavation works will be protected
appropriately.
5.17 Site management will be established and relocation of public and private transport routes and
drop off and collection points will be agreed with the local authorities.
5.18 Prior to hard demolition commencing there will be a perimeter hoarding line erected, this may
be located with the highway footpath for which permission will be sought; where the erection of

such hoarding creates a significant narrowing of the vehicle access routes and footpaths a
crash deck tunnel and fan scaffolding will be installed fully lit and constructed to local authority
guidelines. Following this would be a period of asbestos removal under controlled measures
and soft strip of the external envelope where possible.
5.19 Diversion and removal of services crossing the site will be carried out by the statutory
authorities.
5.20 Demolition of the main structural frames will be carried out using long reach mechanical
methods; around the more sensitive areas of the perimeter of the site this may involve some
degree of hand and mechanical dismantling.
5.21 Compaction of the engineered fill to create a piling platform would be carried out in layers using
appropriate compaction plant.
5.22 Waste would be managed in line with the principles of the Waste Hierarchy and the developers
policies and procedures which are set out in British Lands Sustainability Brief for Developments
(2014). Building materials would be reused where appropriate in line with sustainable building
practice. Materials that cannot be reused will be transported off site for (preferably) reuse
/recycling or (if not) disposal, acknowledging the Duty of Care provisions. Demolition waste
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quantities are anticipated to be in the region of 30,000m . If at the detailed construction planning
stage, the numbers of vehicle movements per day is materially different, it will be subject to a
supplemental ES to update the assessment of effects.

Stage 2 Main Structure and Envelope

5.23 Following Stage 1 any hoarding lines and pedestrian tunnels will be removed where possible
and brought back into the Site boundaries. This stage would involve the following key activities:
5.24 Figure 5.1 shows the extent of demolition and construction on site, as described below.
Area 1

Construction within and on top of retained car park;

Strengthening works to foundations and retained structure;

Leisure facility at roof level;

Construction external to car park to provide improved access to car park and new leisure
complex at roof level;

Connection to Thames Water drainage system; and

Plant installation.

Area 2

Construction of new retail, leisure and residential accommodation;

Increased basement footprint incorporating 2 storey car parking facility;

Connection to Thames Water drainage system; and

Plant installation.

Area 3

Construction of new retail, commercial and residential accommodation;

Access to retained and new car parking facilities;

Connection to Thames Water drainage system; and

Plant installation.

Basement and Foundations

5.25 The increased basement will be excavated within a newly formed retaining wall.
5.26 Foundations are expected to be piles across the whole Site, including the basement area and
perimeter retaining walls.
5.27 Piling would commence on two fronts, with the basement area and also at ground floor level in
Area 1 of the Site. Once completed basement retaining walls, pile caps and ground beams
would tie the rest of the pile installation together, all formed in in-situ concrete.
5.28 Retaining walls when complete will be waterproofed to allow the completion of the foundations.
5.29 Buried services, service trenches and below slab drainage requirements will be incorporated
into the foundations.
5.30 Within the basement the slab will be cast and columns projected up to allow the formation of the
suspended ground floor slab.

Superstructure
5.31 The superstructure would commence following the sufficient progression of the substructures.
5.32 The structural frame will be designed as a mixture of steel or concrete frame structures with
cast in situ floors. Five tower cranes would be required to erect the structure and load out the
floors as work proceeds. The cast in-situ concrete will be skipped or pumped to the floor being
cast. Deliverables to Area 1 will be managed from the highway. Deliveries to Areas 2 and 3 will
be managed from within the Site.

Envelope
5.33 The envelope to the Proposed Development is primarily brickwork panellised system, curtain
walling, metal windows and preformed balconies. Access scaffolding will be provided to
facilitate construction and provide protection. It will be loaded out using hoists and a tower
crane. All deliveries will come into designated access control points on the site and distributed
accordingly.
5.34 All roofing materials will be delivered to the Site and hoisted into position with the aid of cranes.

Stage 3 - Fit Out

5.35 Internal fit out will be carried out from within the Site. Internal fit out of the residential units will
be completed utilising hoists once the rest of the scheme has been constructed; access will be
provided from within the Site, via the basement.

External Works and Landscaping

5.36 External landscaping work will be located at street level and elevated levels as hard
landscaping to the footpaths, pavements and roof gardens with selective planters. These works
will be completed at the end of the envelope construction works when the scaffold has been
removed and the shop fronts installed.

5.37 The specific timing of landscape works will depend on the growing season for each species of
tree or plant so that they have the best opportunity to establish themselves.

Proposed Alterations to Incoming Services

5.38 Statutory services will be brought into the Site as and when the programme dictates although
the trenching works would be carried out alongside the substructure work.
5.39 Where possible the trenches would be left open so that the pipes and cables can be placed in
directly. Where this is not possible, a series of ducts and draw pits would be installed to facilitate
the introduction of the services at a later date. Generally this only applies to small pipes and
cables and is not a suitable method for large and heavy installations.

Hours of Work
5.40 Working hours on the Site will be agreed with the Council through the detailed CEMP. However,
it is likely that the standard hours of work will be adhered to. These are:

Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm;

Saturday, 7am to 5pm; and

Sunday, Bank Holidays or Public Holidays, no working or noisy activities on Site unless with
specific agreement of the Local Authority.

5.41 All work outside these hours will be subject to prior agreement of, and/or reasonable notice to
the Council and relevant community stakeholders and neighbours. There will be the need for
occasional night time deliveries following discussion and agreement with RBK and Metropolitan
Police.
5.42 Occasional abnormal deliveries, demolition activities or inspection of equipment could take
place outside of these hours with special permission from the LPA.

Demolition and Construction Traffic

5.43 The average daily number of HGVs accessing and egressing during the demolition and
construction period (3.5 years) has been predicted based on a 5.5 day working week. A
maximum of around 45 two-way HGV trips is forecast, i.e. 45 in and 45 out. If, at the detailed
demolition and construction planning stage, the numbers of vehicle movements per day is
materially different, it will be subject to a supplemental ES to update the assessment of effects.
5.44 The multi-storey car park will be closed from the beginning of construction.
5.45 An on-site vehicle holding area will be provided, as shown on Figure 5.2. If required, the
Principal Contractor will establish an off-site holding park out of the city centre for delivery
vehicles so they can be called in when space is available for them on-site.
5.46 The contractor will be required to consider operatives parking and possible establishment of a
park and ride facility and bus to take operatives onto the Site and a construction travel plan
including car sharing initiatives. There will be no staff parking provided on-site during the
demolition and construction phase. The traffic movements generated by construction workers
would therefore have a minimal effect on the surrounding highway network and will be
temporary in nature.

5.47 Most demolition and construction machinery, including forklift(s), would be delivered to the Site
during the early stages of the build programme and would remain on-site for most of its
duration.
5.48 Where possible, materials would be reused and recycled on site for use as a piling mat;
otherwise all materials will be removed by vehicle and taken to offsite recycling or waste
centres.
5.49 British Land is a corporate champion of the Construction Logistics and Cyclist Safety (CLOCS)
scheme and works to Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Silver on all major
construction projects.

Demolition and Construction Traffic Access

5.50 During the demolition and construction phase, traffic will access the Site from three locations,
depending upon the specific phase of works. At project start-up and during the demolition of
Neville House and the upper sections of the MSCP, traffic will use the existing access to the
Site from Neville House Yard into the basement level. Other access points to the Site will be
required as construction progresses and these will be generally from Union Street for some
demolition and construction, until Boots has been relocated, and from the south west along
Eden Street once the construction progresses and causes the loss of the other two entrances.
5.51 Figure 5.2 shows the location of proposed access points, vehicle holding areas and construction
compounds.

Off-site Construction Routing

5.52 The Site is located approximately 3km west of the A3 which is accessible via the A238, A308
and A2034 heading east from the Site, or via the A240 to the south. Access can be gained from
the M25, M3 and M4 motorways, which link onto the strategic highway network to the south
west of the Site, and the north and south circular roads which are accessible from the north
east.
5.53 Figures 7.2 and 5.3 show the anticipated off-site construction routing, at a local and wider level,
respectively.
5.54 It is envisaged that access to the Neville House Yard access is taken from the south via the A3,
the A240, and Wheatfield Way (northbound), Clarence Street and Eden Street (southbound).
The egress route is anticipated to follow Eden Street (westbound), St Jamess Road, Wheatfield
Way, and the A240 (southbound) onto the A3. It is predicted that this access point will not be
utilised during the peak construction period.
5.55 During the peak construction period, it is envisaged that all construction vehicles will access the
Site via the A3, the A240 and Wheatfield Way (northbound), Ashdown Road and Eden Street
(westbound)or Union Street (northbound). The egress route will be via St Jamess Road,
Wheatfield Way, and the A240 (southbound) onto the A3.
5.56 Vehicles making deliveries to the Site or removing spoil or other material will access the Site
directly from the strategic road network and will only use local roads in the vicinity of the Site
where absolutely necessary.

Traffic Management
5.57 Notice regarding planned closures and diversions of roads and footpaths forming part of the
Site will be given by the Construction Manager or Construction Liaison Officer to the Council,
the Police, the Fire Brigade and other emergency services sufficiently in advance of the
required closure or diversion dates.
5.58 Provision will be made, wherever possible, to ensure that vehicle unloading can be carried out
on-site rather than on the adjacent roads. Later in the build process this may become difficult.
Consequently, such arrangement will be reviewed with appropriate authorities nearer the time.
5.59 The ingress and egress of construction traffic will be carefully located to minimise impact on
surrounding highway and local road users. Access and egress for construction vehicles will vary
according to the particular areas of construction.
5.60 All demolition and construction traffic entering and leaving the Site will be closely controlled.
Delivery vehicles will be subject to a booking procedure and limited to certain times. Any
vehicles arriving without a booking or outside of their given time will not be accepted.
5.61 A Construction Logistics Plan (CLP) has been submitted in support of the planning application.

Pedestrian Access
5.62 During the demolition and construction phases, pedestrian access to the Site will not be
possible from Eden Street entrances (east and south); however, pedestrian access will be
maintained from Clarence Street to the north into M&S and from Union Street to the west into
Boots.

Demolition and Construction Impacts

5.63 During the demolition and construction phases, standard working practices will be implemented
to minimise likely significant effects on sensitive receptors. Contractors for the demolition and
construction works would adhere to the Considerate Constructors Scheme.
5.64 Detailed assessments of the likely significant effects on the environment that could result from
the demolition and construction works are considered within Chapters 6 to 15 inclusive.
However, a brief summary of potential impacts (without mitigation in place) is presented in
Table 5.3.
Table 5.3: Potential Demolition and Construction Impacts
Topic

Potential Impact

Noise

Increased road noise levels from vehicles; and

Increased noise levels from plant during general demolition and construction works.

Vibration

Increased vibration levels from vehicles; and

Increased vibration levels from plant during demolition and construction works.

Dust / Local Air

Quality

Generation of windblown dust nuisance from ground surfaces, stockpiles, vehicles,

workforces and cutting and grinding of materials; and
Generation of exhaust emissions from lorries and plant delivering and removing
materials including dust and particulates which have the potential to impact upon local
air quality.

Waste /
Sustainability

Waste generation and its appropriate disposal; and

Waste will be managed in accordance with a Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP)
produced and submitted to RBK prior to work starting on Site. The SWMP will ensure
that the requirements of relevant legislation and the wider project sustainability targets

Topic

Potential Impact
on recycling and diversion from landfill are met.

Traffic

Traffic congestion caused by Site traffic and an increase in heavy goods vehicle (HGV)
movements;
Traffic disruptions from abnormal or hazardous loads; and
Transfer of mud and material from vehicles onto the public highway creating pollution
hazards.

Storage of fuels and

construction
materials

Accidental spills and discharges to drains which may create pollution hazards.

Pedestrian access to
Site and
surroundings

Disruptions to pedestrian access and routes within the locality of the Site, impact on
local businesses, and relocation of bus stops and taxi ranks.

Hazardous materials
and contaminated
land

Exposure of the workforce to hazardous materials and ground contamination.

Water Quality

Water demand for construction activities and domestic use by the contractor (however,
this is anticipated to be low);
Generation of domestic foul effluent by contractors.

Controls to Protect the Environment

5.65 The environmental controls (or mitigation measures) to eliminate, reduce or offset likely
significant adverse environmental effects during the demolition and construction phase (as
identified above) are identified below. It is anticipated that these controls would be secured by
appropriate planning condition or obligation:

Preparation of a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) which clearly

sets out the methods of managing environmental issues for all involved with the
demolition and construction works, including supply chain management. This will comply
with the British Land's Supply Chain Charter and their Corporate Sustainability Policy;

Requirement to comply with the CEMP included as part of the contract conditions for each
element of the work. All contractors tendering for work will be required to demonstrate that
their proposals can comply with the content of the CEMP, the wider project sustainability
and social targets and objectives, and any conditions or obligations secured through the
planning permission;

In respect of necessary departures from the above, procedures for prior notification to the
Council and affected parties would be established;

Establishing a dedicated point of contact and assigning responsibility to deal with

demolition and construction related issues if they arise. This would be a named
representative from the construction team;

Establish a wider working group within the town centre to co-ordinate with other
contractors working on major developments in the same programme period;

Production of a regular newsletter to be circulated to the surrounding neighbours and

authorities; and

Regular dialogue and engagement with the Council and the local community including
working with Kingston First and local businesses to reduce construction impacts.

5.66 An outline CEMP is included at Appendix 5.1. It is anticipated that this would be used as a basis
for a detailed CEMP and which would be required by planning condition prior to commencement
of the demolition and construction works.

Cumulative Impact
5.67 It is possible that other construction projects may be taking place in the Eden Quarter during the
construction period for Eden Walk. A list of current committed developments is included at
Appendix 2.6.
5.68 The Applicant proposes that the lead developers and contractors hold co-ordination meetings
with RBK and Kingston First during the construction period and agree practical measures to
limit disruption to the town centre arising from more than one project taking place at the same
time. It is suggested that these discussions cover the following potential issues:

Contact line and website for questions and concerns;

Routing and timing of construction traffic to and from the site;

Temporary road closures or diversions that might be necessary;

Communications to the public and to businesses in the town centre about the progress of
the projects, and the potential for disruption, via Kingston First;

Support for marketing the town centre during construction, including using hoardings to
redirect pedestrians, and in the lead in to occupation and openings;

Share best practice on apprenticeships and training in construction skills this could be
done by widening the membership of the Eden Walk Employment Group to the other lead
developers and contractors;

Sharing information on progress, points of interest such as archaeology; and

Providing guided tours of the completed project to provide insights into the development
and how it has been built and managed.

Health and Safety

5.69 Health and Safety is an integral part of the planning process for each project. Implementation of
the British Lands comprehensive Health and Safety Policy and Procedures will ensure every
facet of the construction process is planned, managed, and monitored. This will also ensure
compliance with statutory obligations.
5.70 The Principal Contractor, designers and sub-contractors engaged on the project must be
competent and adequately resourced. This will be achieved by;

Completion of prequalification health and safety questionnaires;

Interviews, to ascertain compliance with their legal duties;

Review of existing Health and Safety Policies and procedures; and

Review of their Health and Safety performance and site visits.

5.71 The Principal Contractor will produce a detailed construction programme based on the current
information and the pre-tender plan. The plan will set out the arrangements for managing and
monitoring the project. Sub or trade contractors engaged by the Principal Contractor to carry out
works on the project will be issued with a Health and Safety Plan so that they can integrate the
project management philosophy into their Health and Safety Plans. The project team will
implement the plan assisted by the Principal Contractors own Health and Safety Advisors.

5.72 All persons on the project will be encouraged to express their views and concerns about Health
and Safety. This will be achieved by various mechanisms, including:

Project Health and Safety committees;

Safety representatives from each contractor;

Toolbox talks including a feedback process; and

Discussion and briefing on method statements and risk assessments.

5.73 An open door policy will be employed whereby any individuals can discuss Health and Safety
issues with any member of the project team. Site notice boards, Tool Box Talks and posters are
used to convey environmental, health and safety information to persons on the project.
5.74 Entry onto the Site will be restricted to authorised people only. Before entry, all persons will be
required to undertake an induction dealing with site specific construction activities, site hazards,
site rules, enforcement and nonconformity procedures, welfare facilities, first aid facilities,
emergency procedures etc. Following induction all persons will be issued with an induction
booklet along with an induction swipe card. Automatic turnstiles will prevent unauthorised and
un-inducted persons progressing beyond the security point

Management of Material Resources and Waste

5.75 Waste will be generated during all stages of the demolition and construction programme.
However, this will be carefully managed, segregated for reuse, recycling and diversion from
landfill, cleared to prevent nuisances such as litter, dust, odour and pests, and to maintain a
clean working and site environment, for the benefit of all parties. Major sources of waste within
the construction process are anticipated to include:

Strip out and demolition of existing fixtures, fittings and structures;

Surplus soils from the construction;

Packaging plastics, pallets, expanded foams etc.;

Waste materials generated from inaccurate ordering, poor usage, badly stored materials,
poor handling, spillage etc; and

Liquid wastes, other than surface water run-off and foul drainage, such as waste oils and
chemicals.

5.76 During the demolition and construction phase, requirements for the management of waste will
be communicated to all contractors and sub-contractors to ensure that waste is managed in
accordance with the waste hierarchy and relevant statutory controls. These measures will be
controlled through the CEMP and/or Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) in consultation with
the relevant authorities.
5.77 Waste management for demolition and construction activities is also controlled under British
Lands sustainability brief which sets targets for managing waste.

Demolition Waste Quantities

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5.78 As mentioned above, during demolition, it is estimated that approximately 30,000m of waste
would be generated from existing buildings on the Site, comprising floors and slabs, external
walls, structure and roof and internal walls and partitions. As much of the suitable material as
possible will be reused on site for piling mats, formation and general infill.

5.79 Earthworks during the basement extension works are estimated to produce approximately
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17,000m of spoil.
5.80 During the construction stage it is estimated that approximately 2,415 tonnes of material waste
would be accumulated.

Identification and Classification of Waste

5.81 The Government removed the statutory requirement for SWMPs in England in October 2013.
However, because SWMPs are considered good practice, a SWMP will be produced to ensure
that demolition and construction wastes are dealt with in an appropriate manner and in
accordance with the waste hierarchy.

Segregation and Storage of Waste

5.82 Procedures for the segregation and storage of waste will be detailed in the SWMP. This will
include the use of colour-coded skips to facilitate segregation for re-use and recycling;
inspection of containers to ensure they are fit for purpose; and the use of plastic sheeting to
prevent leaching from waste soils and aggregates. There will not be any mixing of hazardous
and non-hazardous wastes.

Waste Transfer and Duty of Care Requirements

5.83 For waste removed from the Site, notification by the Contractor/Construction Manager for
approval (via consultation with the authorities) will take place. Loads will only be deposited at
authorised waste treatment and disposal sites. Deposition will be in accordance with the
requirements of the Environment Agency and all relevant legislation.
5.84 Any person removing waste from the Site will hold a current waste carriers licence and all waste
shall be received at an authorised waste treatment or disposal facility. The nominated person(s)
with responsibility for waste will ensure that all relevant authorisations are in place prior to offsite removal. No burning of construction waste will be undertaken on the Site.
5.85 In addition, removal of any inert or non-hazardous waste from the Site will be accompanied by a
Waste Transfer Note (WTN), signed by both the producer and the carrier of the waste, and
correctly completed in accordance with the Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations
1991 (as amended). This will apply to the removal of both solid and liquid wastes (other than
surface water run-off and foul drainage).
5.86 To prove the correct depositing of waste material and to prevent the occurrence of fly-tipping,
removal of any hazardous waste from the Site will be accompanied by a Hazardous Waste
Consignment Note (HWCN), signed by both the producer and the carrier of the waste, and
correctly completed in accordance with the Hazardous Waste Regulations (England and Wales)
Regulations 2005. This will apply to the removal of both solid and liquid wastes (other than
surface water run-off and foul drainage).
5.87 Where it is identified that at least 500kg of hazardous waste will be generated in any twelve
month period, the Site will be registered with the Environment Agency and a hazardous waste
premises notification code obtained.

Construction Materials Quantities

5.88 During construction, it is estimated that the following materials would be required:

Concrete 400,000m

Structural Steel - 2,300 tonnes

Metal decking 30,000 m

Panelised cladding 18,000m

Pre-fabricated balcony units 400 No.

Pre-fabricated stair units 370 No

Escalators 10 No

Blockwork 30,000m

Glazing 14,000m

Asphalt 5,000 m

Paving 3500m

Major items of plant 25 No

Underground Drainage pipework 700 m

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5.89 These figures do not include materials which may be required during the internal fit out to the
residential units.

Site Drainage and Effects on Water Resources

5.90 The assessment of potential effects of the Proposed Development on water resources is
presented in Chapter 11 Water Environment. The contractor should ensure that any water
which may have come into contact with any contaminated materials during construction will be
disposed of in accordance with the Water Resources Act (1991) and other legislation, and to the
satisfaction of the Environment Agency. In addition, any risk will be reduced as far as
practicable by adopting good management practices and relevant measures described in the
Environment Agencys Pollution Prevention Guidelines.
5.91 All liquids and solids of a potentially hazardous nature (for example diesel fuel, oils and
solvents) will be stored on surfaced areas, with double walled tanks, to the satisfaction of the
Environment Agency.
5.92 There may be a requirement to discharge water to mains and foul sewers during construction
and operation of the Proposed Development. Discharge licences will be applied for through the
normal routes.
5.93 A CEMP (outlined in Appendix 5.1) will be implemented to ensure that the impact of
construction on water resources and drainage during construction is managed.

Summary
5.94 This chapter has outlined the anticipated demolition and construction methodology and
programme for the Proposed Development. A detailed CEMP for the Proposed Development
would be produced prior to the start of on-site works building on the framework set out in
Appendix 5.1 and will include all commitments to the project sustainability and social objectives
and targets; environmental protection; compliance with relevant planning conditions; detail on
control measures and activities to minimise environmental impact; monitoring and record
keeping requirements; point of contact details for dealing with any environmental enquiries; and
a commitment to periodic review.