Renovation of a residential development in Longmont, Colorado. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a residential development.

The City of Longmont will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds, under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended or Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, to undertake the following project: Tier 1 Broad Review Project/Program Title: Housing Rehabilitation Program Purpose: The City of Longmont proposes to use Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for its Housing Rehabilitation and Architectural Barrier Removal Program which assists low-to-moderate income homeowners in providing rehabilitation to single family homes and mobile homes. Typical rehabilitation activities include roof, windows, furnace and water heater replacement as well as kitchen and bathroom rehab. In addition, the Architectural Barrier Removal Program provides removal of architectural barriers by modifying existing homes for low-to moderate income homeowners with mobility Impairments who reside in the City of Longmont. The proposed housing rehabilitation activities to be funded under the CDBG program are Categorically Excluded from the National Environmental Policy Act requirements but are subject to compliance with the environmental laws and authorities listed at s.58.5 of 24 CFR Part 58. In accordance with Part 58.15, a tiered review process has been structured, whereby some environmental laws and authorities are being reviewed and studied for the intended target area. Specifically, the target area will be studied and compliance with the following laws and authorities will be established in this Tier 1 review: Airport Hazards, Coastal Barriers Resources Act, Air Quality, Coastal Zone Management Act, Endangered Species Act, Explosive & Flammable Hazards, Farmlands Protection, Sole Source Aquifers, Wild and Scenic River, Wetlands Protection, and Environmental Justice. As sites are identified for rehabilitation, compliance with the following environmental laws and authorities will take place in the Tier 2 review: Flood Insurance, Floodplain Management, Historic Preservation, Noise Abatement & Control, and Contamination & Toxic Substances. Additionally, lead based paint, asbestos, and radon will be treated consistent with program requirements and federal, state, and local laws. Location: Scattered sites within the City of Longmont (city limits only) Program Description: The City of Longmont will rehabilitate single family homes owned by LMI households within the City Limits to preserve the stock of affordable housing. Tier 2 site specific reviews will be completed for those laws and authorities not addressed in the tier 1 broad review for each address under this program when addresses become known Level of Environmental Review Citation: 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(3)(i) Tier 2 Site Specific Review: The site-specific reviews will cover the following laws and authorities not addressed in the Tier 1 broad review: Flood Insurance (Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 and National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 [42 USC 4001-4128 and 42 USC 5154a]; Contamination and Toxic Substances (24 CFR 50.3(i)(2)); Floodplain Management (Executive Order 11988, particular section 2(a); 24 CFR Part 55); Historic Preservation (National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, sections 106 and 110; 36 CFR Part 800); Noise Abatement & Control (Noise Control Act of 1972, as amended by the Quiet Communities Act of 1978; 24 CFR Part 51 Subpart B) Mitigation Measures/Conditions/Permits (if any): Flood Insurance: A site-specific review of each structure will be undertaken upon identification of actual projects to assure that no work will be done in a floodplain or floodway identified by FEMA-lssued Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). CDBG funds will not be used for rehab of structure located in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). All projects in FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFPAs) will be required to maintain flood insurance. Therefore, all site-specific reviews will include a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). Projects within a SFHA must also provide proof of insurance. Contamination & Toxic Substances: Site specific reviews will utilize the EPA mapping program NEPAssist, along with visual inspections to identify any contamination issues. If contamination issues are present, the city will determine if the project can be made compliant or if the project cannot proceed. Each site will be mapped for toxic releases within 1 mile and any contamination and toxic substances within 3000 feet will be evaluated more closely to determine if the site is safe for occupancy. If contamination and toxic substances are present, further studies, such as a Phase I, and remediation will be considered. In addition, other funding sources will be considered for cleanup activity if it is determined to be necessary as sites are evaluated. However, if remediation and further studies are not feasible and the site is unsafe, the project will be cancelled. Floodplain Management: A site specific review of each structure will be undertaken upon identification of actual projects to assure that no work will be done in a floodplain or floodway identified by FEMA-lssued Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).Each site will be compared to FIRM maps to determine whether the property is within the 100- year floodplain. For any proposed projects within the 100-year floodplain, an 8-step (or 5-step, if applicable) Process will be completed to evaluate practicable mitigation measures. CDBG funds will not be used for rehab of structure located in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Historic Preservation: Each Project site will be evaluated for Historic Preservation impacts in the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review. The Colorado SHPO will be consulted for any property not meeting the criteria of the 2018 Programmatic Agreement and will abide by recommendations for preservation of Historic Properties. The City will not take any action deemed to have an adverse effect. If significant ground disturbance is to occur, then the tribes will be consulted. This is the only instance identified on the check list that may have a potential impact on sites with significant historical or cultural tribal relevance. Noise Abatement & Control: Noise level will be evaluated at each project site on the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review. If warranted, Mitigation actions will be included as part of the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review and included as part of the Scope of Work for each Project Site. A HUD DNL Calculation will be included in the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review for each site. Estimated HUD Funds: $750,000 Estimated Total Planned Project Funds: $750,000 (Over five years) FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT. The City of Longmont has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. An Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), therefore, is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR). The ERR will be made available to the public for review either electronically or by U.S. mail at Attn: CDBG 350 Kimbark St Longmont CO 80501 or request by email at adam.sanderson@longmontcolorado.gov. The activity/activities proposed are categorically excluded under HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements per 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(3)(i) listed above. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at the City of Longmont and will be made available to the public for review either electronically or by U.S. mail. Please submit your request to the City of Longmont by email to adam.sanderson@longmontcolorado.gov or by mail at Attn: CDBG 350 Kimbark St Longmont, CO. 80501 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Longmont designated office responsible for receiving and responding to comments. All comments received by the City of Longmont before November 13, 2023 will be considered by the City of Longmont prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Public comments should address specify which notice they are addressing, be consulted for any property not meeting the criteria of the 2018 Programmatic Agreement and will abide by recommendations for preservation of Historic Properties. The City will not take any action deemed to have an adverse effect. This is the only instance identified on the check list that may have a potential impact on sites with significant historical or cultural tribal relevance. Noise Abatement & Control: Noise level will be evaluated at each project site on the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review. If warranted, Mitigation actions will be included as part of the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review and included as part of the Scope of Work for each Project Site. A HUD DNL Calculation will be included in the Site-Specific Tier II Environmental Review for each site. ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION City of Longmont certifies to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that Harold Dominguez in his capacity as City Manager for the City of Longmont, consent to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD's approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Longmont to use HUD Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Longmont certifications for a period of 15 days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are made on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officers of the City of Longmont; (b) the City of Longmont have omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs, or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before the approval of a release of funds by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; or (d) another Federal agency, acting pursuant to 40 CFR part 1504, has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Noemi Ghirghi, CPD Region VIII Director, at CPD_COVID-19OEE-DEN@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact CPD_COVID-19OEEDEN@hud.gov to verify the actual last day of the objection period. No objections received after 15 days from the date of request for release of funds will be considered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The City of Longmont does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation or military status in any of its programs, services or activities. ADA & SECTION 504 NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA") and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the City of Longmont willnot discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities.