CDBG-I Environmental Review
This page includes all the information that you need to complete the Environmental Information Document and Environmental Review Record and Final Environmental Document for CDBG-I projects. Be sure to check this web page frequently for updates, as new guidance is developed periodically.
CDBG-I Environmental Training
Mandatory training will be provided for Responsible Entities and preparers/consultants. Please contact the CDBG-I Compliance Specialist for your certificate status and information regarding upcoming trainings.
Policy Updates affecting Environmental Review
CDBG-I Memo: FFRMS Final Rule - added July 2024
HUD Information on FFRMS Final Rule - added July 2024
HUD Floodplain Management Webpage - updated December 2024
CDBG-I Memo: Radon Consideration in Environmental Review - added August 2024
Final Environmental Documents and Public Notice Information
| CDBG-I Exempt (updated 05/11/17) | Environmental Document to use for projects that are Exempt |
| CDBG-I CE Not Subject to (updated 05/11/17) | Environmental Document to use for projects that are Categorically Excluded and NOT subject to 58.5 |
| CDBG-I CE Subject to (updated 05/11/17) | Environmental Document to use for projects that are Categorically Excluded but subject to 58.5 |
| CDBG-I FONSI-EA (updated 05/11/17) | Environmental Document to use for projects that require a Finding of No Significant Impact and Environmental Assessment |
| CDBG-I FONSI-RROF Notice (updated 05/2023) | Form to Complete for publishing the Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request release of Funds for FONSI Projects |
| CDBG-I RROF Notice (updated 05/2023) | Form to Complete for publishing the Notice of Intent to Request release of funds for Categorically Excluded Projects |
| CDBG-I RROF Form & Instructions (updated 5/2023) | Form and Instructions for completing the Request for Release of Funds and Certification |
| CDBG-I Flood-FONSI-RROF Notice (updated 5/2023) | Form to complete if combining the final floodplain notice with the Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds for FONSI projects |
Environmental Information Document and Environmental Review Record
CDBG-I Environmental Review Guidance (updated 8/24) CDBG-I EID Tables (updated 8/24) | Guidance and tables to use for preparing the Environmental Information Document and completing the Environmental Review process |
| CDBG-I Cross Cutter Checklist (updated 10/24) | Table to assist with completing cross cutter requirements of the environmental review. |
| CDBG-I ERR Amendment Form (added 06/16/16) | Use this form to amend the Environmental Review Record when there is a change in the project scope. |