ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project

PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE

For

PROPOSED EXPANSION AND AMENDMENT IN EC FOR RESIDENTIAL CUM COMMERCIAL PROJECT WITH RENTAL HOUSING SCHEME At Balkum, Thane (W), Maharashtra

Proposed By

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project

CONTENTS 1.  2.  3.  4.  5.  6.  7.  8.  9.  10.  11. 

INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 2  PROJECT DISCRPTION .................................................................................. 5  ENVIRONMENTAL BASELINE STATUS ................................................... 10  IMPACT ASSESSMENT ................................................................................. 12  SPECIFIC STUDIES ....................................................................................... 13  ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAME ..................................... 13  RISK ANALYSIS AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN ....................... 15  PROJECT BENEFITS .................................................................................... 15  ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP) .................................. 15  EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF EIA ................................................................. 16  CREDENTIALS OF CONSULTANTS ........................................................... 16 

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TERMS OF REFERENCE Objective of the EIA study: The construction area of the residential and commercial proposed is 9,62,356.8 m2. As per the EIA Notification 14th Sept 2006 and its subsequent amendments, the construction projects whose built up area is exceeding the 1,50,000 m2 requires Environmental Impact Assessment Study, hence this ToR being proposed to carry out to delineate the impact of proposed development in the surrounding areas. The study area being considered for the EIA study is 10 km from the project site as this an urban area. The project is located within Municipal limits of Thane Municipal Corporation. The map of the study area is attached as Annexure I. The Plot area of proposed site is 3,00,870.0 m2 and Total Construction Area is 9,62,356.8 m2. The Terms of reference for conducting EIA study for the proposed project is described in the following sections.

1.

INTRODUCTION

Dosti Enterprises has proposed to develop Residential cum commercial Project with Rental Housing Scheme at Survey No 5/2, 5/3, 5/5, 5/6, 6, 11, 12/1, 12/2, 12/3, 12/5, 12/6, 12/7, 12/9, 12/11, 13/1, 13/2A, 14/1, 14/2, 14/3, 14/4, 14/6, 14/7, 14/8, 14/9, 14/10, 15/1, 16/1 TO 16/11, 16/12A, 16/12B, 17/1 TO 17/6, 17/7, 17/8 TO 17/10, 17/11, 17/12 TO 17/14, 18/1 TO 18/11, 19/23, 19/29 TO 19/32, 19/37, 19/38, 19/42, 19/43, 19/45, 25/1 TO 25/8, 25/9, 25/10, 25/13, 26/1, 26/2, 26/3, 26/4, 26/5, 26/6, 26/7, 26/8, 26/9, 26/10, 26/11, 26/12, 27/1 TO 27/5, 27/7 TO 27/17, 21 TO 24, 33/16, 33/17, 34/1, 34/2, 34/3, 34/6 TO 34/9, 35/1 TO 35/16, 36/6B, 36/13, 39/1 TO 39/3, 39/9B+C, 39/10B, 40/1 TO 40/7, 40/8, 40/9B, 40/10, 40/11 TO 40/15, 40/16, 40/17, 40/18, 40/19, 40/20, 40/21A, 40/22, 41/1, 41/2, 41/3B, 41/3C, 41/6A, 41/8 TO 41/11, 41/12 41/13, 41/14, 41/17, 41/18, 42/1 TO 42/3, 43/1 TO 43/5, 44/1 TO 44/3, 45/2, 46/1A, 46/5B, 47/1, 47/2/1, 47/2/2, 47/3/1, 47/3/2, 47/4B, 47/5 TO 47/7, 47/8A, 47/8C, 47/8D, 48/1, 48/2, 48/3A, 48/4A, 49/1 TO 49/7, 49/8A, 50/2A, 50/3A, 50/4A, 51/1, 51/2, 51/3A, 51/4A, 51/5, 52/1, 53, 54/1 TO 54/3, 77/1, 77/2, 77/5, 77/7, 77/8A, 77/8C, 77/7E, 77/9 TO 77/12, 77/13, 77/14, 77/15, 78/1, 78/3, & 78/4 of Balkum Village, Thane (W), Maharashtra which comes within the municipal limits of Thane Municipal Corporation. We have received Prior Environmental Clearance from MoEF & CC vide letter No. 21‐85/2014‐IA. III dated 18.06.2015 for plot area of 2,80,420.00 m2 area total construction area of 8,33,031.72 m2. The EC was obtained considering the MMRDA Rental unit size of 160 Sq.ft. Now, the Planning Authority had directed vide its letter dated 01.07.2016 to increase the tenement size from 160 Sq. ft to 320 Sq. ft. With this change, there is substantial reduction in number of tenements from 7834 to 3874 Nos.

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This has resulted into the reduction in the overall pollution load. The water requirement is reduced by 3646 KLD. The sewage and solid waste generation is reduced by 3546 KLD and 4523 kg/day respectively. We would like to amend the Environmental Clearance due to change in planning, addition of adjoining plot and addition of TDR component as per Gov. of Maharashtra Notification dated 29.01.2016. Due to change in planning, the total construction area is increased by 1,29,325.08 m2. The total increase in construction area is less than 1,50,000 m2, The land is situated in Residential Zone as per Development Plan of TMC. The purpose of this Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study is to provide information on the nature and extent of environmental impacts arising from the construction and use of proposed buildings and related activities with a view to define an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to minimize adverse environmental impacts. I.

PROJECT LOCATION

The proposed construction site is located at 19°13’35.78” N latitude and 72°59’40.99” E longitude. The proposed site is located at about 4.5 km from the Thane railway station. Proposed site is accessible by 45 m wide Road, 30 m wide H.C.M.T.R Road, 20 m wide Road and 60 m wide old Bhivandi Road on South side. The location map indicating proposed complex and its surroundings are depicted in Figure 1.

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project Figure 1: Location Plan



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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project II.

OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

The objectives of the EIA study are: 

To describe the scope of the proposed project and associated works;

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To establish the baseline environmental status of the project site;

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To identify and quantify pollution sources and determine the significance of impacts on sensitive receptors;

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To identify, predict and evaluate environmental and social impacts expected during the construction and functional phases in relation to the existing civic infrastructure and sensitive receptors present if any;

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To develop mitigation measures so as to minimize pollution, environmental disturbance and nuisance during construction and functional phases; and

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To design and specify the monitoring schedule necessary to ensure the implementation and the affectivity of the mitigation measures adopted

III.

METHODOLOGY OF THE STUDY

Reconnaissance survey will carried out to understand nature of the proposed development, conduct visual site inspection, decide the sampling locations and programme. Sampling locations were identified on the basis of following criteria: 

Predominant wind direction in the study area;

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Existing topography;

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Location of existing activities;

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Location of sensitive areas;

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Accessibility, availability of power and security of monitoring instruments; and

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Area that represents baseline conditions.

Samples will be collected for a period of three months i.e for summer season.

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PROJECT DISCRPTION

The proposed construction is located within the limits of Thane Municipal Corporation It will provide private residential space with relevant amenities and services. The main purpose and benefit of the project are:  To provide quality residential accommodation

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To create an environment that could support the good standard of living environment;

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To meet the growing demands of residential space in an environmentally sustainable manner in the area;

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To enhance the surroundings with greenery, landscaping and pleasing aesthetics

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To implement the policy of water conservation and rain water harvesting.

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The proposed construction will involve site formation works and construction of building/structures, access roads, drains and sewer connections. The buildings are proposed to locate on a flat terrain. The proposed residential cum commercial complex will have 30 sale buildings, 1 fitness centre and 8 Rental housing buildings. Figure 2: Layout Plan

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project LAND USE The proposed project plot is of irregular shape. As per the DP, the land is situated in Residential Zone. I.

BUILT UP AREA

The project will be developed on the land comprising about 3,00,870.0 m2 area. The total built up area (FSI Proposed) of the Project is 5,57,549.82 m2. Total construction area is around 9,62,356.8 m2.

The FSI and Non FSI area details are given in Table 2 Table 2: FSI and Non FSI Area Statement Description

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FSI Area (m )

Non‐FSI Area (m )

5,57,549.82

4,04,806.98

Residential cum commercial Bldg

Total Construction 2

Area (m )

9,62,356.8

II.

SITE SETTING

The land is flat and sloping towards the east and SE side. The average contour level difference is 4‐5m. The ground water table is observed at the depth of around 1.5 to 2 m below the ground level. The 60 m wide old Bhivandi Road is situated on South side of the project site. Ulhas River is at 250 m from the project site. The land is vacant. There are about 14 nos. of trees are present at site. Out of these 1 nos. of tree to be retained, 13 nos. of trees will be cut which comes under building line. The trees are observed at Byer industries plot and near ulhas River. Some shrubs are observed near east side of Project. One nalla is flowing out side plot boundary, parallel to Old Bhivandi Road which finally connects Ulhas River. The Google image of the project site and its surroundings are given in Figure 3.

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project Figure 3: Google Image

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project BUILDING AND POPULATION The total population during operation phase of the project will be around 52518 nos. Table 4: Building Détails Building Name Sale Buildings

Building Configuration

Building No. 1 & 2

(BASEMENT + GRD. & UPPER STILT/POD. + 31ST FLR.)

Building No. 3

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 4 to 6

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 7 & 8

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No.9

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 10

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 11

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 12

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 13 & 16

( BASEMENT + STILT + 36TH FLR.)

Building No. 14 & 15

(BASE. + GRD./ST.+1ST & 2ND/FITNESS CENTER + 3RD TO 36TH FLOOR)

Building No. 17

( BASE.+ GR./ ST. + UPP. STILT/ PODIUM + 32ND FLR.)

Building No. 18

( BASE.+ GR./ ST. + UPP. STILT/ PODIUM + 32ND FLR.)

Building No. 19

( BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/ PODIUM + 32ND FLR.)

Building No. 20 & 21

BASE.+ GR./ ST(PT.) + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH FLR.)

Building No. 22, 23, 24, 25

BASE.+ STILT + UPP. STILT/PODIUM + 34TH

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Building Name

Building Configuration FLR.)

Building No. 26

BASE.+ STILT + PODIUM + 35TH FLOOR

Building No. 29

GROUND + 1ST TO 10TH FLOOR

Comm. Bldg 30

BASE.+ GROUND + 10TH FLOOR

Fitness Center

On podium

Building No. 27

( BS.+STILT+POD. + 1ST PT.+2ND TO 35TH FLR. )

Building No. 28

( BS.+STILT+POD. + 1ST PT.+2ND TO 35TH FLR. )

Rental Buildings



Building No. 1 to 7

GR./ST. + 1ST TO 24TH FLR

Building No. 8

GR./ST. + 1ST TO 19TH FLR.

Building No. 4

St + 26th (pt) Fl

Building No. 5, 6, 7 and 8

St + 26th Fl

PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURE & ITS UTILITIES PLANNED The utilities and recreational facilities planned in proposed project includes landscaped garden.

3.

ENVIRONMENTAL BASELINE STATUS

The data for EIA study will be collect through field studies, literature review, and interaction with concerned departments. The study area for the EIA study shall be the area within the 10 km radius of the periphery of the project. Map of the study area clearly delineating the location of various monitoring stations (air/ water / soil and noise) superimposed with location of habitats shall be shown. Primary data was collected for one season except rainy season. Monitoring will be carried out as per CPCB guidelines. The data/information on Environmental Baseline Status will collect as per the following paragraphs. Meteorology: As a part of the EIA study, a micro‐meteorological data will collect from nearest IMD station. The parameters include wind speed, wind direction, temperature, and relative humidity. The collected data will be used for preparation of wind rose diagrams and air quality modelling.

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project Ambient Air Quality: An ambient air quality monitoring network will design for assessment of the baseline status of ambient air quality. The parameters to be monitored are given as below:  PM10  PM 2.5  Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)  Nitrogen Oxide (NOx)  Carbon Monoxide The frequency of sampling shall be twice a week for 13 consecutive weeks. Ambient air quality monitoring will conduct for one season. The sampling stations will select based on the predominant wind direction of the area. The stations shall be located at upwind, downwind and cross wind directions. Noise: Equivalent continuous noise level (Leq) in and around the project area will monitor. Construction equipment and road traffic are the major sources of noise. Baseline data of noise at the project area and the neighbourhood habitat areas is to be ascertained. Daytime and night time data shall be collected. Land use: The information on Landuse pattern will be collected from the available data. The project is located within the Municipal limit of Thane Municipal Corporation. The land is situated in Residential Zone as per Development Plan of TMC. The details regard to Soil type and Characteristics, Physical and chemical characteristic of soil was analysed to ascertain contamination if any. Water Quality: Baseline water quality from all sources such as ground water, TMC water, and surface water will analyse and compare to the water quality norms prescribed for drinking water. Biological Environment: As a part of the study the information on the following will collect through Gazetteer of district, forest department and revenue offices: Preparation of an inventory of major species of trees, herbs, shrubs and timber trees in the area;  List of economically important plants, if any;  Presence of rare and endangered species, if any; The data on the availability of various floral and faunal species in the study area already available with the Department of Forests will also collect and utilize. Socio‐Economic Environment: The data on demographic profile in the study area will be collected using secondary data sources. The data to be collected is as follows:  Demography  Caste profile

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ToR for Proposed Expansion of Residential cum Commercial project  Literacy profile  Occupational profile

4.

IMPACT ASSESSMENT

With the knowledge of the baseline conditions, Project characteristics, the intensity of construction activities, detailed projections shall be made of the influence of planned project on all the areas of social, physical and biological environment in the area. Based on the predictions, the critically affected environmental parameters will be identified for the proposed project. The impacts to be considered during project construction phase are listed as below: Table 4: Impacts in Construction Phase S. Aspect No. 1. Land Environment

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Impact

 Disturbance at site due to various site preparatory activities  Impact on natural drainage pattern and soil erosion Water Environment  Degradation of water quality due to disposal of untreated effluents from labour camp  Impacts on water quality due to runoff carrying high suspended solids from construction site Noise Environment  Noise generation by operation of various construction equipments  Increase in noise level due to increased vehicular movement Air Environment  Impacts on ambient air quality due to emissions generated as a result of fuel combustion operation of various construction equipment  Fugitive emissions from storage sites of construction material Ecology  Impacts on ecology due to increased human interferences Socio‐economic  Increased stress on existing infrastructure due to Environment immigration of labour population  Improvement in employment potential as a result of project construction activities and mushrooming of allied activities Aesthetics  Construction activities and Excavation



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The impacts to be considered during project operation phase are listed as below: Table 5: Impacts in Operation Phase S. No. 1.

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Aspect

Impact

Land Environment

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Storage and disposal of solid wastes. Fuel and material spills. Discharge of sewage on land. Generation of domestic solid waste Water Impacts on surface water quality due to disposal Environment treated/untreated sewage in nearby surface water body Noise  Noise generation due to the traffic Environment  Noise from vehicle movement and operation of diesel generator sets during power failure. Air Environment  Particulate and gaseous emissions from DG sets and vehicle movement Ecology  Habitat disturbance, Landscaping will help in reducing any adverse impacts on air and noise quality. Socioeconomic  Increased job opportunity in household maintenance and ancillary services. Traffic Pattern  The proposed project is likely to add moderately to the traffic flow considered during peak hour.



5.

SPECIFIC STUDIES

1. Present traffic study on approach road and nearest major roads 2. Impact identification on traffic due to proposed development. 3. Energy conservation measures

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ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAME

An environmental monitoring programme is required to provide scientifically defensible information for determining the status of the environmental quality of the surrounding area of the project site and to check whether the levels of critical pollutants are within the environmentally acceptable limits. This will help to obtain an early warning of unacceptable environmental conditions so that control measures can be taken immediately. It also helps to determine in a timely fashion, changes in the local environmental quality.

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MONITORING PLAN DURING CONSTRUCTION PHASE

Environmental monitoring during construction phase shall comprise checking: 

Appropriate permits, certificates, authorizations and

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Compliance with EMP and governmental regulations

This can be ensured through use of checklists for: 

Site establishment

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Monthly Audit

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Site closure

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Environmental Management Plan implementation monitoring during construction phase Table 6: Environnemental Monitoring Programme

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Environmental Locations attribute Locations at • One at centre Ambient Air • One Upwind & Quality • One downwind Location Drinking water (potablity  Municipal Tap testing)

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Ambient Noise

Project Site and surrounding Places

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Soil quality

Greenbelt area

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Ground water & surface quality

At 1 location

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Occupational exposure monitoring

Workers working on site

Period and Frequency 24‐hr average Criteria sampling except Pollutants: SO2, for CO, which will NOx, PM10, be 8‐hr sampling. PM2.5 and CO (Twice a week) Drinking water Twice in a year parameters as during per IS 10500 Functional phase Leq (day) and Leq dB(A) levels (Night) should be  Leq (Night monitored once +Day) in a season. Organic matter, Pre‐monsoon and C, H, N, post‐monsoon Alkalinity, during functional Acidity phase. Drinking water parameters as Once every year per IS 10500 in April Surface water as Per IS 2296 Lung test, Once in a six Audiometer month test. Parameters



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7.

RISK ANALYSIS AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN



Risk assessment forms an integral part of EIA study. Risk assessment study deals with identifying and evaluating the magnitude of impending risks to which the neighbouring population is exposed due to occurrence of accidents involved in the project construction and implementation. This assists in illustrating the guidelines for preparation of disaster management plan which will be executed to handle the situation, if any emergency occurs. A risk analysis study comprising of the following is to be conducted:  Identification of potential accidents  Type of emergency  Emergency evacuation plan As a part of the study, a detailed onsite Disaster Management Plan shall be formulated.

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PROJECT BENEFITS

The improvement in physical infrastructure, social infrastructure if any shall be detailed out. Employment potential during construction and operation phase of the project shall be monitored.

9.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)

Environmental Management Plan will be developed to selectively mitigate the adverse impacts due to the construction and operation of various activities planned for the proposed project. The key issues to cover as a part of Environmental management plan are listed in the following paragraphs. Environmental Management Plan for Implementation in Construction Phase  Air pollution control  Water Quality  Management of solid waste, Debris waste management  Noise Control Measures  Biological environment  Health and safety of construction workers Environmental Management Plan during Operation Phase  Water Environment – waste water treatment and its recycling for flushing, gardening, Water conservation, Rain water harvesting  Solid waste management  Noise Control Measures  Air Pollution Control measures for DG sets.

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Fire fighting measures Solar lighting Greenbelt Development Environment management cell Budgetary allocation for Environmental Management

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF EIA

This section provides general details of activities in brief, summary of baseline data, impact and mitigation measures.

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CREDENTIALS OF CONSULTANTS

This chapter shall include the names of the consultants, NABET accreditation status and nature of consultancy rendered.

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Annexure I Study Area



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