1. Phase 1 Environmental per ASTM E-1527-21. a. Conduct Phase I ESA for each site in accordance with ASTM E-1527-21 Standard Practice. b. Provide Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment reporting per ASTEM E-1527- 21. c. The Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment must be conducted by an Environmental Professional per ASTM E-1527-21 and 40 CFR 312.10. 2. Environmental Review Record per 24 CFR part 58 a. In consultation with HUDs Regional Environmental Office (REO) we have determined that known existing conditions and purpose of both locations are well suited for an Environmental Review for Activity/Project that is Categorically Excluded Subject to 24 CFR 58.35(a)(5). Justifications for this approach to the Environmental Review include: i. Grant funds will be utilized for acquisition of an existing structure for same use. 1. It is anticipated that upon completion of the CEST Environmental Review a finding of ‘No Significant Impact’ will be the resultant. ii. The CEST 58.5 format is attached. 1. Specific Project Information to complete the CEST format will be provide to the Consultant upon contract award, which will include: a. HEROS Number (established). b. Responsible Entity. c. Certifying Officer. d. Project Address. e. Description of the Project. A summary is provided within the Purpose statement above. f. Estimated Total HUD Funds. g. Estimated Total Project Costs. 2. The successful Consultant will be required to determine if formal compliance steps or mitigation measures are required for each of the Statutes, Executive Orders and Regulations listed on the CEST 58.5 format. a. The Consultant will deliver the completed CEST with pertinent back up information to the Department. The Department has retained the services of a Project Management firm whom will enter the record into HEROS and coordinate approvals of the Responsibility Entity and Certifying Officer. b. The Consultant will provide recommendations for further investigation or remediation if necessary.
