Manual for HUD Staff to Conduct an Environmental Review

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Table of Contents

Chapter One

	Introduction to HUD Environmental Rules and Procedures
	Legislative Background
	Key Federal Regulations
	Programs under 24 CFR Part 50
	Programs under 24 CFR Part 58
	Key Terms

Chapter Two

	Conducting an Environmental Assessment
	Compliance Components
	Historic Preservation
	Toxic Chemicals and Radioactive Materials
	Floodplain Management
	Mandatory Purchase of Flood Insurance
	Noise Hazards
	Explosive and Fire Hazards
	Wetlands Protection
	Air Quality
	Water Quality
	Environmental Justice
	Protection of Endangered Species
	Protection of Farmlands
	Airport Clear Zones
	Site and Community Components
	Land Use Compatibility
	Unique Natural Features
	Availability & Quality of Community and Neighborhood Services
	Presence of Natural Hazards: Radon, Soil Stability, Subsidence, etc.
	Presence of Man-Made Hazards & Nuisances

Chapter Three

	Request for Release of Funds for 24 CFR Part 58
	Recipient and Responsibility RROF Responsibilities
	HUD Field Office RROF Responsibilities

Appendices

Appendix A: Regulations

	CEQ: 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508
	24 CFR Part 50
	24 CFR Part 51
	24 CFR Part 55
	24 CFR Part 58
	36 CFR Part 800
	7 CFR Part 658

Appendix B: Handbooks/Guidebooks

	Environmental Assessment Guide for Housing Projects (Handbook 1390.2)
	Environmental Review Guide for CDBG Programs ("Green Book")
	CDBG Monitoring Handbook (6509.2: Chapter 9 on Environment)
	Environmental Policy for HOPWA Program (Handbook 1390.5)
	Noise Guidebook
	Siting of HUD-Assisted Projects Near Hazardous Facilities Guidebook

Appendix C: Forms

	HUD Form 4128 (with Sample Field Notes Checklist)
	HUD Form 7015.15
	HUD Form 7015.16
	Sample Notices for NOI/RROF and FONSI/NOIRROF
	Sample Floodplain & Wetland Notices