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. |
Related Content
HUD Environmental Review Information
HUD Environmental Regulations 24 CFR Part 51
HUD Environmental Review Procedure Regulations 24 CFR Part 58
Council on Environmental Quality Regulations 40 CFR Part 1500-1508