Prospect Place Environmental AssessmentU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 Seventh Street, SW Washington, DC 20410 www.hud.gov espanol.hud.gov Environmental Assessment
Determinations and Compliance Findings
for HUD-assisted Projects
24 CFR Part 58
Project Information
Project Name: Prospect-Place
HEROS Number:
900000010239780
Responsible Entity (RE): NORTHAMPTON, 210 Main St Northampton MA, 01060
RE Preparer: Nathan Chung
State / Local Identifier:
Certifying Officer: Wayne Feiden, FAICP
Grant Recipient (if different than Responsible Ent
ity):
Consultant (if applicabl
e):
Project Location: Planning and Sustainability, Northampton, MA 01060
Additional Location Information:
N/A
Direct Comments to: NChung@NorthamptonMA.gov
Point of Contact:
Point of Contact:
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Statement of Purpose and Need for the Proposal [40 CFR 1508.9(b)]:
This project will: Rehabilitate a vacant and uninhabitable property that is presently a
neighborhood nuisance Create much needed new affordable rental housing for low-
and moderate- income households
Existing Conditions and Trends [24 CFR 58.40(a)]:
This project will address significant capital needs in the building as identified in a
Capital Needs Assessment. It will abate significant quantities of hazardous materials
(primarily asbestos). The project complements efforts by the City and the State to
locate affordable housing in ''areas of opportunity'' and in locations close to transit
(bus stop and bike trail), close to schools, shopping, and other amenities.
Maps, photographs, and other documentation of project location and description:
Determination:
Finding of No Significant Impact [24 CFR 58.40(g)(1); 40 CFR 1508.13] The
project will not result in a significant impact on the quality of human
environment
Finding of Significant Impact
Approval Documents:
Prospect Place-HEROS signed EA.pdf
7015.15 certified by Certifying Officer
on:
7015.16 certified by Authorizing Officer
on:
Description of the Proposed Project [24 CFR 50.12 & 58.32; 40 CFR 1508.25]:
All project work will take place on a 6.2 acre previously developed lot that contains an approximately 72,000
sf two-story structure constructed in 1971. This building served previously as a nursing home, having 84
rooms and common areas, and has been vacant since 2011. During the vacancy period, the building suffered
deterioration and vandalism. Scope of this Project includes: Stabilize and secure the structure; demolition
of a front portico not original to the building (circa 2005); hazardous materials removal; gut rehabilitation of
the building including: replace windows, reconfigure interior partitions, add insulation, install new
mechanical systems and finishes; install PV solar panels; potentially add second story to small single-story
portions of the existing building. Anticipated site work includes: repair and / or upgrade connections to
public utilities (as needed); alter existing driveways to accommodate new traffic pattern; repair and / or add
sidewalks; repair and / or reconfigure existing parking lots; revitalize landscaping; add new fencing; and other
outdoor amenities. After rehabilitation, the property will contain an estimated 60 affordable rental units in
a range of sizes (studios to 3-bedroom apartments) serving a range of household incomes from < 30% AMI to
100% AMI. The Project will include suitable common areas and interior and exterior amenities to serve
tenants.
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Funding Information
Estimated Total HUD Funded,
Assisted or Insured Amount:
$750,000.00
Estimated Total Project Cost [24 CFR 58.2 (a)
(5)]:
$25,586,442.00
Compliance with 24 CFR §50.4, §58.5 and §58.6 Laws and Authorities
Compliance Factors:
Statutes, Executive Orders, and
Regulations listed at 24 CFR §50.4,
§58.5, and §58.6
Are formal
compliance steps
or mitigation
required?
Compliance determination
(See Appendix A for source
determinations)
STATUTES, EXECUTIVE ORDERS, AND REGULATIONS LISTED AT 24 CFR §50.4 & § 58.6
Airport Hazards
Clear Zones and Accident Potential
Zones; 24 CFR Part 51 Subpart D
Yes No The project site is not within 15,000 feet
of a military airport or 2,500 feet of a
civilian airport. The project is in
compliance with Airport Hazards
requirements. No airport within close
proximity. Northampton Airport is
approximately 2 miles from project site.
Only small, non-commercial planes use
this airport. Noise from planes does not
impact this site.
Coastal Barrier Resources Act
Coastal Barrier Resources Act, as
amended by the Coastal Barrier
Yes No This project is not located in a CBRS
Unit. Therefore, this project has no
potential to impact a CBRS Unit and is in
Grant / Project
Identification
Number
HUD Program Program Name
CFDA #14.195 Public Housing Housing Choice Voucher Program
CFDA #14.218 Community Planning and
Development (CPD) Community Development Block Grants
(CDBG) (Entitlement)
CFDA #14.239
Community Planning and
Development (CPD) HOME Program
CFDA #14.275 Other HUD Housing Trust Fund
Unlisted on
SAM.gov Community Planning and
Development (CPD) HOME-ARP
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Improvement Act of 1990 [16 USC
3501] compliance with the Coastal Barrier
Resources Act.
Flood Insurance
Flood Disaster Protection Act of
1973 and National Flood Insurance
Reform Act of 1994 [42 USC 4001-
4128 and 42 USC 5154a]
Yes No Based on the project description the
project includes no activities that would
require further evaluation under this
section. The project does not require
flood insurance or is excepted from
flood insurance. While flood insurance
may not be mandatory in this instance,
HUD recommends that all insurable
structures maintain flood insurance
under the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP). The project is in
compliance with Flood Insurance
requirements. According to FEMA Flood
Map #2501670102A dated April 3, 1978,
the subject lies in a Zone C and so is not
within a 100 year or 500 year floodplain.
See maps attached.
STATUTES, EXECUTIVE ORDERS, AND REGULATIONS LISTED AT 24 CFR §50.4 & § 58.5
Air Quality
Clean Air Act, as amended,
particularly section 176(c) & (d); 40
CFR Parts 6, 51, 93
Yes No The project's county or air quality
management district is in attainment
status for all criteria pollutants. The
project is in compliance with the Clean
Air Act. There is no heavy industrial uses
and no known air contaminants in the
immediate area.
Coastal Zone Management Act
Coastal Zone Management Act,
sections 307(c) & (d)
Yes No This project is not located in or does not
affect a Coastal Zone as defined in the
state Coastal Management Plan. The
project is in compliance with the Coastal
Zone Management Act.
Contamination and Toxic
Substances
24 CFR 50.3(i) & 58.5(i)(2)]
Yes No Site contamination was evaluated as
follows: ASTM Phase I ESA. On-site or
nearby toxic, hazardous, or radioactive
substances were found that could affect
the health and safety of project
occupants or conflict with the intended
use of the property. The adverse
environmental impacts can be
mitigated. With mitigation, identified in
the mitigation section of this review, the
project will be in compliance with
contamination and toxic substances
requirements.
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Endangered Species Act
Endangered Species Act of 1973,
particularly section 7; 50 CFR Part
402
Yes No This project will have No Effect on listed
species due to the nature of the
activities involved in the project. This
project is in compliance with the
Endangered Species Act.
Explosive and Flammable Hazards
Above-Ground Tanks)[24 CFR Part
51 Subpart C
Yes No There are no current or planned
stationary aboveground storage
containers of concern within 1 mile of
the project site. The project is in
compliance with explosive and
flammable hazard requirements. EBI,
the 2021 ESA firm previously submitted
a Phase I ESA report on September 18th,
2015. The firm identified one 1,000-
gallon AST (above-ground storage tank)
located on the west side of the building
during the past assessment. It indicated
that the AST historically contained liquid
propane in connection with an
aboveground pool previously located
adjacent to the building. The AST was
reportedly empty. In the newer ESA
report submitted on February 18th,
2021, the firm did not observe the AST
due to extensive snow cover. On
2/10/2022, Valley CDC, the CDBG
subrecipient, visually inspected the
property and could no longer find the
tank. On 2/11/2022, Nathan Chung, the
CDBG administrator for the Responsible
Entity, City of Northampton visually
inspected the property, took
photographs, and could no longer find
the tank. Attached are three ZIP files of
the photographs he took.
Farmlands Protection
Farmland Protection Policy Act of
1981, particularly sections 1504(b)
and 1541; 7 CFR Part 658
Yes No This project does not include any
activities that could potentially convert
agricultural land to a non-agricultural
use. The project is in compliance with
the Farmland Protection Policy Act.
Floodplain Management
Executive Order 11988, particularly
section 2(a); 24 CFR Part 55
Yes No This project does not occur in a
floodplain. One low-lying depression on
site has been identified as a potential
vernal pool. This location will not be
disturbed or impacted by the planned
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redevelopment. The project is in
compliance with Executive Order 11988.
Historic Preservation
National Historic Preservation Act of
1966, particularly sections 106 and
110; 36 CFR Part 800
Yes No Based on the project description the
project has No Potential to Cause
Effects. The project is in compliance
with Section 106.
Noise Abatement and Control
Noise Control Act of 1972, as
amended by the Quiet Communities
Act of 1978; 24 CFR Part 51 Subpart
B
Yes No Based on the project description, this
project includes no activities that would
require further evaluation under HUD's
noise regulation. The project is in
compliance with HUD's Noise
regulation. It involves rehabilitating and
converting a vacant nursing home into
about 60 units of affordable housing. It
will not generate excessive noise.
Sole Source Aquifers
Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as
amended, particularly section
1424(e); 40 CFR Part 149
Yes No Based on the project description, the
project consists of activities that are
unlikely to have an adverse impact on
groundwater resources. The project is in
compliance with Sole Source Aquifer
requirements.
Wetlands Protection
Executive Order 11990, particularly
sections 2 and 5
Yes No Based on the project description this
project includes no activities that would
require further evaluation under this
section. The project is in compliance
with Executive Order 11990.
Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968,
particularly section 7(b) and (c)
Yes No This project is not within proximity of a
NWSRS river. The project is in
compliance with the Wild and Scenic
Rivers Act.
HUD HOUSING ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
Environmental Justice
Executive Order 12898 Yes No No adverse environmental impacts were
identified in the project's total
environmental review. The project is in
compliance with Executive Order 12898.
This Project will benefit low- and
moderate- income persons by providing
safe, health, affordable housing in a
desirable community and
neighborhood. It will allow low-income
community members to live in energy
efficient housing using alternative
energy sources.
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Environmental Assessment Factors [24 CFR 58.40; Ref. 40 CFR 1508.8 &1508.27]
Impact Codes: An impact code from the following list has been used to make the determination
of impact for each factor.
(1) Minor beneficial impact
(2) No impact anticipated
(3) Minor Adverse Impact – May require mitigation
(4) Significant or potentially significant impact requiring avoidance or modification which may
require an Environmental Impact Statement.
Environmental
Assessment Factor
Impact
Code
Impact Evaluation Mitigation
LAND DEVELOPMENT
Conformance with Plans /
Compatible Land Use and
Zoning / Scale and Urban
Design
2 This Project conforms to local zoning
under a Special Permit. Its use
(residential) is compatible with
surrounding uses (also residential). It is
located near single family and multi-
family properties, including two
townhouse condominiums.
Soil Suitability / Slope/
Erosion / Drainage and
Storm Water Runoff
2 This Project is located on a fully
developed site with pre-existing
connections to the City's storm-water
system.
Hazards and Nuisances
including Site Safety and
Site-Generated Noise
1 The proposed residential use will not
create any hazards or nuisances. New
traffic pattern is expected to decrease
the current traffic safety hazard of
driveway connected to Bridge Road.
Energy
Consumption/Energy
Efficiency
1 Added insulation, energy efficient
mechanical systems, and PV solar
panels will reduce energy consumption
at this property over its prior occupied
use levels.
SOCIOECONOMIC
Employment and Income
Patterns
1 This Project will create new jobs during
construction and affordable housing in
proximity to local jobs. Job growth will
be created through increased levels of
property management and
maintenance staff and a part-time
Resident Services Coordinator.
Demographic Character
Changes / Displacement 1 The Project will increase the economic
diversity in Northampton by providing
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Environmental
Assessment Factor
Impact
Code
Impact Evaluation Mitigation
LAND DEVELOPMENT
affordable units in a community in
which lower income households are
often priced out.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Educational and Cultural
Facilities (Access and
Capacity)
2 This Project will not have direct impact
on educational and cultural facilities.
Commercial Facilities
(Access and Proximity) 2 This Project will not impact commercial
facilities. Although this project converts
a commercial use (nursing home) to a
residential use, the long-term vacancy
of the property (11 years) means the
commercial use was no longer viable.
Health Care / Social
Services (Access and
Capacity)
1 Through a new Resident Services
Coordinator position, low income
tenants will be provided with case
management services and will improve
their utilization of community-based
health and social services.
Solid Waste Disposal and
Recycling (Feasibility and
Capacity)
2 Solid waste disposal and recycling will
be managed through the use of on-site
dumpsters and a contract with a
reputable waste disposal company.
During construction, GC will meet
targets for recycling of demolition and
construction waste.
Waste Water and
Sanitary Sewers
(Feasibility and Capacity)
2 This Project will make use of the City
(public) sewer system. It is expected to
have lower use levels than the former
nursing home use.
Water Supply (Feasibility
and Capacity) 2 This Project will use the City (public)
water system. Low flow fixtures will
conserve water use.
Public Safety - Police,
Fire and Emergency
Medical
2 This Project does not anticipate any
unusual burden on public safety
services. Use of Emergency Medical is
expected to be far less than in its
former, nursing home use.
Parks, Open Space and
Recreation (Access and
Capacity)
1 It is expected that some new outdoor
amenities will be added--potential for
gardens, play-ground, or other
recreational uses.
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Environmental
Assessment Factor
Impact
Code
Impact Evaluation Mitigation
LAND DEVELOPMENT
Transportation and
Accessibility (Access and
Capacity)
1 The Project is ideally located for
residents to access public
transportation, being on the PVTA bus
line and directly adjacent to a bus stop.
The site is walking distance to a major
shopping center, park, YMCA, and
public schools. Most locations are
connected via existing sidewalks. It is
located on a main road and within two
miles of several junctions with I-91, the
primary transportation corridor for the
Pioneer Valley. It is only 1,000 feet from
a well-used bike trail that is plowed
during winter. Handicapped access at
this property will be excellent, with
entry on grade and vertical access via
elevator. All areas will be visitable and
there will be an anticipated 5
handicapped accessible apartments.
NATURAL FEATURES
Unique Natural Features
/Water Resources 2 This is a developed, residential site.
There are no unique natural features or
water resources on this site.
Vegetation / Wildlife
(Introduction,
Modification, Removal,
Disruption, etc.)
2 This is a developed, residential site.
Other Factors
Supporting documentation
Additional Studies Performed:
10/4/16 MEP Existing Conditions Report, ANSwer Engineers (Uploaded here)
2/13/17 Building Survey Report, Northampton Building Dept (Uploaded here)
2/18/21 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, EBI Consulting (Uploaded on section
2005 - "Contamination and Toxic Substances - Multifamily and Nonresidential
Properties") 2/18/21 Property Condition Report, EBI Consulting (Uploaded on
section 2005 - "Contamination and Toxic Substances - Multifamily and Nonresidential
Properties") 3/2021 Preliminary Asbestos Report, SWCA (Uploaded on section 2005
- "Contamination and Toxic Substances - Multifamily and Nonresidential Properties")
1/5/22 Hazardous Materials Inspection Report, ATLAS Technical Consultants LLC
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(Uploaded on section 2005 - "Contamination and Toxic Substances - Multifamily and
Nonresidential Properties" Supersedes the SWCA preliminary asbestos report)
Northampton Bldg Dept Summary on 737 Bridge St 20170213.pdf MEP Existing Bldg Conditions Report 20161014.pdf
Field Inspection [Optional]: Date and completed
by:
Wayne Feiden 2/10/2022 12:00:00 AM
List of Sources, Agencies and Persons Consulted [40 CFR 1508.9(b)]:
Northampton Building Department Northampton Fire Department Extensive list of
consultations took place as part of the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (see
Report for full listing). Massachusetts Historical Commission Northampton Dept of
Planning & Sustainability Mayor's Office & Dept of Housing / CDBG Northampton
Housing Partnership Community Economic Development Assistance Corporation
(CEDAC) Mass Housing Valley Community Development Real Estate Committee &
Board of Directors
List of Permits Obtained:
Not applicable
Public Outreach [24 CFR 58.43]:
Northampton Housing Partnership - Presentation via zoom on January 10, 2022 -
Invitation to meeting from public notice posting and outreach to neighbors Abutters
/ Neighbors - Direct mail to abutters on 1/24/22 - Meeting w/ abutters scheduled for
2/15/22
Cumulative Impact Analysis [24 CFR 58.32]:
Not applicable.
Alternatives [24 CFR 58.40(e); 40 CFR 1508.9]
Not applicable.
No Action Alternative [24 CFR 58.40(e)]
Not applicable.
Summary of Findings and Conclusions:
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Based on the discussion above, this Project will not impose any adverse
environmental conditions and will improve a number of existing conditions at this
location.
Mitigation Measures and Conditions [CFR 1505.2(c)]:
Summarized below are all mitigation measures adopted by the Responsible Entity to reduce,
avoid or eliminate adverse environmental impacts and to avoid non-compliance or non-
conformance with the above-listed authorities and factors. These measures/conditions must be
incorporated into project contracts, development agreements and other relevant documents.
The staff responsible for implementing and monitoring mitigation measures should be clearly
identified in the mitigation plan.
Law,
Authority, or
Factor
Mitigation Measure or
Condition
Comments
on
Completed
Measures
Mitigation
Plan
Complete
Contamination
and Toxic
Substances
Phase I ESA found potential
asbestos-containing materials,
potential lead-based paint, and
noticeable mold combined with
moisture infiltration. These
conditions are outside the scope
of ASTM E 1527-13 and are not
considered recognized
environmental conditions (REC).
Hazardous Materials Assessment
has been conducted and all
identified hazardous materials
(primarily asbestos) will be
abated prior to renovation. The
abatement will be a combination
of engineering controls through
removal and institutional
controls through a Operation
and Management Plan for lead
and asbestos. The ESA Report,
Property Condition Report, and
Hazardous Materials Inspection
Report are attached.
N/A
Hazardous
Materials
Assessment
has been
conducted
and all
identified
hazardous
materials
(primarily
asbestos)
will be
abated
prior to
renovation.
Project Mitigation Plan
Valley CDC, the CDBG subrecipient who is carrying out the Prospect Place project, will perform
abatement as part of its construction and rehabilitation process according to proper procedures.
Attached are the abatement plans for lead, asbestos, and other hazardous materials.
183BW21076 SPEC SECTION 020820 MiscHazmatRemoval.pdf
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183BW21076 SPEC SECTION 020810 DisturbanceofLeadCadmiumChromium.pdf
183BW21076 SPEC Asbestos and PCB Abatement.pdf
Supporting documentation on completed measures
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APPENDIX A: Related Federal Laws and Authorities
Airport Hazards
General policy Legislation Regulation
It is HUD’s policy to apply standards to
prevent incompatible development
around civil airports and military airfields.
24 CFR Part 51 Subpart D
1. To ensure compatible land use development, you must determine your site’s
proximity to civil and military airports. Is your project within 15,000 feet of a military airport
or 2,500 feet of a civilian airport?
No
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
Document and upload the map showing that the site is not within the
applicable distances to a military or civilian airport below
Yes
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
The project site is not within 15,000 feet of a military airport or 2,500 feet of a civilian
airport. The project is in compliance with Airport Hazards requirements. No airport
within close proximity. Northampton Airport is approximately 2 miles from project
site. Only small, non-commercial planes use this airport. Noise from planes does not
impact this site.
Supporting documentation
Overview and Detail Maps.pdf
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Coastal Barrier Resources
General requirements Legislation Regulation
HUD financial assistance may not be
used for most activities in units of the
Coastal Barrier Resources System
(CBRS). See 16 USC 3504 for limitations
on federal expenditures affecting the
CBRS.
Coastal Barrier Resources Act
(CBRA) of 1982, as amended by
the Coastal Barrier Improvement
Act of 1990 (16 USC 3501)
1. Is the project located in a CBRS Unit?
No
Document and upload map and documentation below.
Yes
Compliance Determination
This project is not located in a CBRS Unit. Therefore, this project has no potential to
impact a CBRS Unit and is in compliance with the Coastal Barrier Resources Act.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Flood Insurance
General requirements Legislation Regulation
Certain types of federal financial assistance may not be
used in floodplains unless the community participates
in National Flood Insurance Program and flood
insurance is both obtained and maintained.
Flood Disaster
Protection Act of 1973
as amended (42 USC
4001-4128)
24 CFR 50.4(b)(1)
and 24 CFR 58.6(a)
and (b); 24 CFR
55.1(b).
1. Does this project involve financial assistance for construction, rehabilitation, or
acquisition of a mobile home, building, or insurable personal property?
No. This project does not require flood insurance or is excepted from
flood insurance.
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
Yes
4. While flood insurance is not mandatory for this project, HUD strongly recommends
that all insurable structures maintain flood insurance under the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP). Will flood insurance be required as a mitigation measure or condition?
Yes
No
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
Based on the project description the project includes no activities that would require
further evaluation under this section. The project does not require flood insurance or
is excepted from flood insurance. While flood insurance may not be mandatory in this
instance, HUD recommends that all insurable structures maintain flood insurance
under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The project is in compliance with
Flood Insurance requirements. According to FEMA Flood Map #2501670102A dated
April 3, 1978, the subject lies in a Zone C and so is not within a 100 year or 500 year
floodplain. See maps attached.
Supporting documentation
FEMA map.pdf
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
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Yes
No
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Air Quality
General requirements Legislation Regulation
The Clean Air Act is administered
by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), which
sets national standards on
ambient pollutants. In addition,
the Clean Air Act is administered
by States, which must develop
State Implementation Plans (SIPs)
to regulate their state air quality.
Projects funded by HUD must
demonstrate that they conform
to the appropriate SIP.
Clean Air Act (42 USC 7401 et
seq.) as amended particularly
Section 176(c) and (d) (42 USC
7506(c) and (d))
40 CFR Parts 6, 51
and 93
1. Does your project include new construction or conversion of land use facilitating the
development of public, commercial, or industrial facilities OR five or more dwelling units?
Yes
No
Air Quality Attainment Status of Project’s County or Air Quality Management District
2. Is your project’s air quality management district or county in non-attainment or
maintenance status for any criteria pollutants?
No, project’s county or air quality management district is in attainment status for
all criteria pollutants.
Yes, project’s management district or county is in non-attainment or maintenance
status for the following criteria pollutants (check all that apply):
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
The project's county or air quality management district is in attainment status for all
criteria pollutants. The project is in compliance with the Clean Air Act. There is no
heavy industrial uses and no known air contaminants in the immediate area.
Supporting documentation
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Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Coastal Zone Management Act
General requirements Legislation Regulation
Federal assistance to applicant
agencies for activities affecting
any coastal use or resource is
granted only when such
activities are consistent with
federally approved State
Coastal Zone Management Act
Plans.
Coastal Zone Management
Act (16 USC 1451-1464),
particularly section 307(c)
and (d) (16 USC 1456(c) and
(d))
15 CFR Part 930
1. Is the project located in, or does it affect, a Coastal Zone as defined in your state
Coastal Management Plan?
Yes
No
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section. Document
and upload all documents used to make your determination below.
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
This project is not located in or does not affect a Coastal Zone as defined in the state
Coastal Management Plan. The project is in compliance with the Coastal Zone
Management Act.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Contamination and Toxic Substances
General requirements Legislation Regulations
It is HUD policy that all properties that are being
proposed for use in HUD programs be free of
hazardous materials, contamination, toxic
chemicals and gases, and radioactive
substances, where a hazard could affect the
health and safety of the occupants or conflict
with the intended utilization of the property.
24 CFR 58.5(i)(2)
24 CFR 50.3(i)
1. How was site contamination evaluated? Select all that apply. Document and upload
documentation and reports and evaluation explanation of site contamination below.
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA)
ASTM Phase II ESA
Remediation or clean-up plan
ASTM Vapor Encroachment Screening
None of the Above
2. Were any on-site or nearby toxic, hazardous, or radioactive substances found that
could affect the health and safety of project occupants or conflict with the intended use of the
property? (Were any recognized environmental conditions or RECs identified in a Phase I ESA
and confirmed in a Phase II ESA?)
No
Yes
3. Mitigation
Document and upload the mitigation needed according to the requirements of the
appropriate federal, state, tribal, or local oversight agency. If the adverse
environmental effects cannot be mitigated, then HUD assistance may not be used for
the project at this site.
Can adverse environmental impacts be mitigated?
Adverse environmental impacts cannot feasibly be mitigated.
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4. Describe how compliance was achieved in the text box below. Include any of the
following that apply: State Voluntary Clean-up Program, a No Further Action letter, use of
engineering controls, or use of institutional controls.
Phase I ESA found potential asbestos-containing materials, potential lead-based paint,
and noticeable mold combined with moisture infiltration. These conditions are outside
the scope of ASTM E 1527-13 and are not considered recognized environmental
conditions (REC). Hazardous Materials Assessment has been conducted and all identified
hazardous materials (primarily asbestos) will be abated prior to renovation. The
abatement will be a combination of engineering controls through removal and
institutional controls through a Operation and Management Plan for lead and asbestos.
The ESA Report, Property Condition Report, and Hazardous Materials Inspection Report
are attached.
If a remediation plan or clean-up program was necessary, which standard does it
follow?
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
Site contamination was evaluated as follows: ASTM Phase I ESA. On-site or nearby toxic,
hazardous, or radioactive substances were found that could affect the health and safety
of project occupants or conflict with the intended use of the property. The adverse
environmental impacts can be mitigated. With mitigation, identified in the mitigation
section of this review, the project will be in compliance with contamination and toxic
substances requirements.
Supporting documentation
Prospect Place 737 Bridge Rd Northampton Prelim Asb Assessment Report FINAL 032321.pdf
HazMat Inspection Report Dec 2021(1).pdf
Yes, adverse environmental impacts can be eliminated through mitigation.
Document and upload all mitigation requirements below.
Complete removal
Risk-based corrective action (RBCA)
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EBI Property Condition Assessment 20210218.pdf
EBI Phase I ESA 20210218.pdf
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Endangered Species
General requirements ESA Legislation Regulations
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA)
mandates that federal agencies ensure that
actions that they authorize, fund, or carry out
shall not jeopardize the continued existence of
federally listed plants and animals or result in
the adverse modification or destruction of
designated critical habitat. Where their actions
may affect resources protected by the ESA,
agencies must consult with the Fish and Wildlife
Service and/or the National Marine Fisheries
Service (“FWS” and “NMFS” or “the Services”).
The Endangered
Species Act of 1973
(16 U.S.C. 1531 et
seq.); particularly
section 7 (16 USC
1536).
50 CFR Part
402
1. Does the project involve any activities that have the potential to affect specifies or
habitats?
No, the project will have No Effect due to the nature of the activities involved in
the project.
This selection is only appropriate if none of the activities involved in the project
have potential to affect species or habitats. Examples of actions without
potential to affect listed species may include: purchasing existing buildings,
completing interior renovations to existing buildings, and replacing exterior
paint or siding on existing buildings.
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
No, the project will have No Effect based on a letter of understanding,
memorandum of agreement, programmatic agreement, or checklist provided by
local HUD office
Yes, the activities involved in the project have the potential to affect species and/or
habitats.
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
This project will have No Effect on listed species due to the nature of the activities
involved in the project. This project is in compliance with the Endangered Species Act.
Supporting documentation
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MA Estimated Habitats on 737 Bridge Rd.pdf
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Explosive and Flammable Hazards
General requirements Legislation Regulation
HUD-assisted projects must meet
Acceptable Separation Distance (ASD)
requirements to protect them from
explosive and flammable hazards.
N/A 24 CFR Part 51
Subpart C
1. Is the proposed HUD-assisted project itself the development of a hazardous facility (a
facility that mainly stores, handles or processes flammable or combustible chemicals such as
bulk fuel storage facilities and refineries)?
No
Yes
2. Does this project include any of the following activities: development, construction,
rehabilitation that will increase residential densities, or conversion?
No
Yes
3. Within 1 mile of the project site, are there any current or planned stationary
aboveground storage containers that are covered by 24 CFR 51C? Containers that are NOT covered under the regulation include:
• Containers 100 gallons or less in capacity, containing common liquid industrial
fuels OR
• Containers of liquified petroleum gas (LPG) or propane with a water volume
capacity of 1,000 gallons or less that meet the requirements of the 2017 or later version of
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Code 58.
If all containers within the search area fit the above criteria, answer “No.” For any other type
of aboveground storage container within the search area that holds one of the flammable or
explosive materials listed in Appendix I of 24 CFR part 51 subpart C, answer “Yes.”
No
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section. Document
and upload all documents used to make your determination below.
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Yes
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
There are no current or planned stationary aboveground storage containers of
concern within 1 mile of the project site. The project is in compliance with explosive
and flammable hazard requirements. EBI, the 2021 ESA firm previously submitted a
Phase I ESA report on September 18th, 2015. The firm identified one 1,000-gallon AST
(above-ground storage tank) located on the west side of the building during the past
assessment. It indicated that the AST historically contained liquid propane in
connection with an aboveground pool previously located adjacent to the building. The
AST was reportedly empty. In the newer ESA report submitted on February 18th,
2021, the firm did not observe the AST due to extensive snow cover. On 2/10/2022,
Valley CDC, the CDBG subrecipient, visually inspected the property and could no
longer find the tank. On 2/11/2022, Nathan Chung, the CDBG administrator for the
Responsible Entity, City of Northampton visually inspected the property, took
photographs, and could no longer find the tank. Attached are three ZIP files of the
photographs he took.
Supporting documentation
737 Bridge Rd Ext Photos 20220211 3 of 3.zip 737 Bridge Rd Ext Photos 20220211 2 of 3.zip 737 Bridge Rd Ext Photos 20220211 1 of 3.zip
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Farmlands Protection
General requirements Legislation Regulation
The Farmland Protection
Policy Act (FPPA) discourages
federal activities that would
convert farmland to
nonagricultural purposes.
Farmland Protection Policy
Act of 1981 (7 U.S.C. 4201
et seq.)
7 CFR Part 658
1. Does your project include any activities, including new construction, acquisition of
undeveloped land or conversion, that could convert agricultural land to a non-agricultural
use?
Yes
No
If your project includes new construction, acquisition of undeveloped land or
conversion, explain how you determined that agricultural land would not be
converted:
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section. Document
and upload all documents used to make your determination below.
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
This project does not include any activities that could potentially convert agricultural
land to a non-agricultural use. The project is in compliance with the Farmland
Protection Policy Act.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Floodplain Management General Requirements Legislation Regulation
Executive Order 11988,
Floodplain Management,
requires federal activities to
avoid impacts to floodplains
and to avoid direct and
indirect support of floodplain
development to the extent
practicable.
Executive Order 11988 24 CFR 55
1. Do any of the following exemptions apply? Select the applicable citation? [only one
selection possible]
55.12(c)(3)
55.12(c)(4)
55.12(c)(5)
55.12(c)(6)
55.12(c)(7)
55.12(c)(8)
55.12(c)(9)
55.12(c)(10)
55.12(c)(11)
None of the above
2. Upload a FEMA/FIRM map showing the site here:
FEMA map(1).pdf
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designates floodplains. The FEMA
Map Service Center provides this information in the form of FEMA Flood Insurance Rate
Maps (FIRMs). For projects in areas not mapped by FEMA, use the best available
information to determine floodplain information. Include documentation, including a
discussion of why this is the best available information for the site.
Does your project occur in a floodplain?
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
Yes
No
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Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
This project does not occur in a floodplain. One low-lying depression on site has been
identified as a potential vernal pool. This location will not be disturbed or impacted by
the planned redevelopment. The project is in compliance with Executive Order 11988.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Historic Preservation
General requirements Legislation Regulation
Regulations under
Section 106 of the
National Historic
Preservation Act
(NHPA) require a
consultative process
to identify historic
properties, assess
project impacts on
them, and avoid,
minimize, or mitigate
adverse effects
Section 106 of the
National Historic
Preservation Act
(16 U.S.C. 470f)
36 CFR 800 “Protection of Historic
Properties”
https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CF
R-2012-title36-vol3/pdf/CFR-2012-title36-
vol3-part800.pdf
Threshold
Is Section 106 review required for your project?
No, because the project consists solely of activities listed as exempt in a
Programmatic Agreement (PA ). (See the PA Database to find applicable PAs.)
No, because the project consists solely of activities included in a No Potential to
Cause Effects memo or other determination [36 CFR 800.3(a)(1)].
Yes, because the project includes activities with potential to cause effects (direct
or indirect).
Threshold (b). Document and upload the memo or explanation/justification of the
other determination below:
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
Based on the project description the project has No Potential to Cause Effects. The
project is in compliance with Section 106.
Massachusetts Historical Commission cleared the project on January
26th, 2022. Documents are attached. From the clearance letter: "After
review of MHC files and the materials you submitted, it has been
determined that the project is unlikely to affect significant historic or
archaeological resources."
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Supporting documentation
MHC PNF for 737 Bridge Rd Northampton.pdf MHC Clearance Letter 20220126.pdf
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required? Yes
No
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Noise Abatement and Control
General requirements Legislation Regulation
HUD’s noise regulations protect
residential properties from
excessive noise exposure. HUD
encourages mitigation as
appropriate.
Noise Control Act of 1972
General Services Administration
Federal Management Circular
75-2: “Compatible Land Uses at
Federal Airfields”
Title 24 CFR 51
Subpart B
1. What activities does your project involve? Check all that apply:
New construction for residential use
Rehabilitation of an existing residential property
A research demonstration project which does not result in new construction or
reconstruction
An interstate land sales registration
Any timely emergency assistance under disaster assistance provision or
appropriations which are provided to save lives, protect property, protect public
health and safety, remove debris and wreckage, or assistance that has the effect
of restoring facilities substantially as they existed prior to the disaster
None of the above
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
Based on the project description, this project includes no activities that would require
further evaluation under HUD's noise regulation. The project is in compliance with
HUD's Noise regulation. It involves rehabilitating and converting a vacant nursing
home into about 60 units of affordable housing. It will not generate excessive noise.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
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No
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Sole Source Aquifers
General requirements Legislation Regulation
The Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974
protects drinking water systems
which are the sole or principal
drinking water source for an area
and which, if contaminated, would
create a significant hazard to public
health.
Safe Drinking Water
Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C.
201, 300f et seq., and
21 U.S.C. 349)
40 CFR Part 149
1. Does the project consist solely of acquisition, leasing, or rehabilitation of an existing
building(s)?
Yes
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
No
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
Based on the project description, the project consists of activities that are unlikely to
have an adverse impact on groundwater resources. The project is in compliance with
Sole Source Aquifer requirements.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required? Yes
No
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Wetlands Protection
General requirements Legislation Regulation
Executive Order 11990 discourages direct or
indirect support of new construction impacting
wetlands wherever there is a practicable
alternative. The Fish and Wildlife Service’s
National Wetlands Inventory can be used as a
primary screening tool, but observed or known
wetlands not indicated on NWI maps must also
be processed Off-site impacts that result in
draining, impounding, or destroying wetlands
must also be processed.
Executive Order
11990
24 CFR 55.20 can be
used for general
guidance regarding
the 8 Step Process.
1. Does this project involve new construction as defined in Executive Order 11990,
expansion of a building’s footprint, or ground disturbance? The term "new construction" shall
include draining, dredging, channelizing, filling, diking, impounding, and related activities and
any structures or facilities begun or authorized after the effective date of the Order
No
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
Yes
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
Based on the project description this project includes no activities that would require
further evaluation under this section. The project is in compliance with Executive
Order 11990.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
General requirements Legislation Regulation
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
provides federal protection for
certain free-flowing, wild, scenic
and recreational rivers
designated as components or
potential components of the
National Wild and Scenic Rivers
System (NWSRS) from the effects
of construction or development.
The Wild and Scenic Rivers
Act (16 U.S.C. 1271-1287),
particularly section 7(b) and
(c) (16 U.S.C. 1278(b) and (c))
36 CFR Part 297
1. Is your project within proximity of a NWSRS river?
No
Yes, the project is in proximity of a Designated Wild and Scenic River or Study
Wild and Scenic River.
Yes, the project is in proximity of a Nationwide Rivers Inventory (NRI) River.
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
This project is not within proximity of a NWSRS river. The project is in compliance with
the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
Supporting documentation
Overview and Detail Maps(1).pdf
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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Environmental Justice
General requirements Legislation Regulation
Determine if the project
creates adverse environmental
impacts upon a low-income or
minority community. If it
does, engage the community
in meaningful participation
about mitigating the impacts
or move the project.
Executive Order 12898
HUD strongly encourages starting the Environmental Justice analysis only after all other laws
and authorities, including Environmental Assessment factors if necessary, have been
completed. 1. Were any adverse environmental impacts identified in any other compliance review
portion of this project’s total environmental review?
Yes
No
Based on the response, the review is in compliance with this section.
Screen Summary
Compliance Determination
No adverse environmental impacts were identified in the project's total
environmental review. The project is in compliance with Executive Order 12898. This
Project will benefit low- and moderate- income persons by providing safe, health,
affordable housing in a desirable community and neighborhood. It will allow low-
income community members to live in energy efficient housing using alternative
energy sources.
Supporting documentation
Are formal compliance steps or mitigation required?
Yes
No
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