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We anticipate that the documentation for categorically excluded projects will involve the following: • Preparing a HUD Statutory Worksheet documenting compliance with 24 CFR Part 58.5 • Preparing an Environmental Review Record documenting compliance with 24 CFR Part 58.6 • Preparing a Determination of Categorical Exclusion form Required forms for all of the above will be filled out entirely, citing appropriate source material in support of all conclusions. We do not anticipate that specific technical studies will typically be needed for these types of projects, though historic reviews may be necessary for rehabilitation projects involving buildings over 50 years old. EA/FONSI Certain projects may not be categorically excluded from NEPA review and, therefore, would require the preparation of an EA /FONSI. Projects that would typically require an EA /FONSI include rehabilitation projects involving a density increase of more than 20% and new construction involving five or more residential units. The requirements for EA /FONSIs are described in 24 CFR Part 40. Completion of an EA/ FONSI will typically involve the following: • Preparing a HUD Statutory Checklist documenting compliance with 24 CFR Part 58.5 • Preparing a HUD Environmental Assessment Checklist • Preparing an Environmental Finding Form indicating the level of environmental clearance • Preparing a HUD Environmental Form for Statutes and Regulations at 24 CFR Part 58.6 EA /FONSIs will typically be accompanied by historic and archaeological reviews prepared pursuant to Section 106 National Historic Preservation Act. These reviews will involve record searches and field surveys to determine whether or not a proposed action has the potential to affect a resource that is listed on or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. These documents will normally need the concurrence of the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO).