Chapter 2: Environmental Review (PDF)
Exhibit 2-A: Agreement from Local Government to Prepare Environmental Review for CHDO or PHA (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-B: Designation of Certifying Official (Word) (PDF) Note: If someone other than the Chief Elected Official (Mayor or Chairperson of the County Commission) is chosen to serve as the certifying official, a local government resolution (Exhibit 2-C-1 or 2-C-2, below) is required.
Exhibit 2-C-1: Sample Resolution for Designating Certifying Official: Local Government use ONLY, to be completed if Certifying Official is not Chief Elected Official (HOME Program Funding ONLY) (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-C-2: Sample Resolution for Designating Certifying Official: Local Government Use ONLY, to be completed if Certifying Official is not Chief Elected Official (Multiple Federal Funding Sources) (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-D: Designation of Environmental Preparer (Word) (PDF)
- Sample Local Government Letter for Designation of Environmental Preparer on behalf of CHDO or PHA
- Sample Local Government Resolution for Designation of Environmental Preparer on behalf of CHDO or PHA
- Sample Local Government Letter for Designation of Environmental Preparer
- Sample Local Government Resolution for Designation of Environmental Preparer
Exhibit 2-E-1: Finding of Exemption (Documentation of Exemption for Projects/Activities Found at 24 CFR §58.34(a), which Are Exempt from National Environmental Policy Act Environmental Review) (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-E-2: Instructions for Preparing the Categorically Excluded, and Not Subject to 24 CFR §58.5, Form (PDF)
Exhibit 2-F-1: Categorically Excluded, and Not Subject to 24 CFR §58.5 Form (Documentation of a Categorical Exclusion for Projects/Activities Found at 24 CFR §58.5, but which Are Subject to the Other Requirements Found at 24 CFR §58.6) (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-F-2: Instructions for Preparing the Categorically Excluded, and Not Subject to 24 CFR §58.5, Form (PDF)
Exhibit 2-G-1: Categorically Excluded, and Subject to 24 CFR §58.5, Form (Documentation of a Categorical Exclusion for Projects/Activities Found at 24 CFR § 58.35(a), which Are Subject to the Federal Laws and Authorities Found at 24 CFR §58.5 and the Other Requirements found at 24 CFR §58.6) (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-G-2: Instructions for Preparing the Categorically Excluded, and Subject to 24 CFR §58.5, Form (PDF)
Exhibit 2-H-1: Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOI/RROF) Form (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-I-1: Environmental Assessment Form (Documentation of an Environmental Assessment for Projects/Activities Found at 24 CFR §58.36, which Are Subject to the Federal Laws and Authorities Found at 24 CFR §58.5 and Other Requirements found at 24 CFR §58.6) (Word)
Exhibit 2-I-2: Instructions for Preparing the Environmental Assessment Form (PDF)
Exhibit 2-J-1: Finding of No Significant Impact, Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (FONSI/NOI/RROF) Form (Word)
Exhibit 2-K-1: Request for Release of Funds and Certification - form HUD-7014.15 (PDF)
Exhibit 2-L-1: Site Specific Project Review for Homebuyer Assistance Form (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-L-2: Site Specific Project Review for Homeowner Rehabilitation Form (Word) (PDF)
SECTION 106 OF THE NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT REQUIREMENTS
Addressing Historic Properties
Exhibit 2-M.1: Letter to State Historic Preservation Office (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-M.2: Montana Historic Property Record for HUD Properties (PDF)
Exhibit 2-M.3: INSTRUCTIONS for Montana Historic Property Record for HUD Properties (PDF)
Consultation with Indian Tribes
Exhibit 2-M.4: Notice CPD-12-006: Process for Tribal Consultation in Projects that are Reviewed Under 24 CFR Part 58 (PDF)
Exhibit 2-M.5: HUD Checklist: When to Consult with Tribes Under Section 106 (Word) (PDF)
Exhibit 2-M.6: Sample Tribal Consultation Letter (Word) (PDF)
HUD Tribal Directory Assistance Tool (Link)
Exhibit 2-M.7: Section 106 Tribal Consultation: Step by Step Process (PDF)
Floodplains & Wetlands
Addressing Floodplain Management
Exhibit 2-N.1: Eight-Step Decision-Making Process for Floodplains and/or Wetlands (Word)
Exhibit 2-N.2: Early Notice of a Potential Impact to a Flood Hazard Area and/or Wetlands (Word)
Exhibit 2-N.3: Final Notice of a Potential Impact to a Flood Hazard Area and/or Wetlands (Word)
Exhibit 2-N.4: Eight-Step Decision-Making Process Example (Word)
Addressing Wetland Protection
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
Exhibit 2-O.1: Letter to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Word)
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Exhibit 2-N.1: Eight-Step Decision-Making Process for Floodplains and/or Wetlands (Word)
Exhibit 2-N.2: Early Notice of a Potential Impact to a Flood Hazard Area and/or Wetlands (Word)
Exhibit 2-N.3: Final Notice of a Potential Impact to a Flood Hazard Area and/or Wetlands (Word)
Sole Source Aquifers
Exhibit 2-P: (reserved)
Wild and Scenic Rivers
Exhibit 2-Q.1: Letter to National Park Service (Word)
Endangered Species
Exhibit 2-R.1: Letter to U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (Word)
Air Quality
Exhibit 2-S: (reserved)
Farmland Protection Policy Act
Exhibit 2-T: (reserved)
Environmental Justice
Exhibit 2-U: (reserved)
Noise Abatement and Control
Exhibit 2-V: (reserved)
Explosive and Flammable Operations
Exhibit 2-W: (reserved)
Toxic Chemicals and Gases, Hazardous Materials, Contamination, and Radioactive Substances
Exhibit 2-X.1: (reserved)
Airport Clear Zones and Accident Potential Zones
Exhibit 2-Y: (reserved)
Exhibits for Addressing Lead-Based Paint
Exhibit 2-AA.1: Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and/or Lead-Based Paint Hazards for Homebuyers (Word)
Exhibit 2-AA.2: Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and/or Lead-Based Paint Hazards for Renters (Word)
Exhibit 2-AA.3: SAMPLE Pre-Renovation Form (Word)
Exhibit 2-AA.4: Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home Pamphlet (PDF)
Exhibit 2-AA.5: The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right Pamphlet (PDF)
Exhibit 2-AA.6: Notice of Lead-Based Paint Inspection (Word)
Exhibit 2-AA.7: Notice of Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessment (Word)
Exhibit 2-AA.8: Notice of Lead Hazard Evaluation or Presumption (Word)
Exhibit 2-AA.9: Notice of Lead Hazard Reduction (Word)