A clear scope of work, including the age of any existing buildings or structures and the location and description of all ground disturbing activities is required to complete a review of the project.įEMA reviews all projects to determine if they affect or will be affected by the floodplain and/or wetland under EO 11988 and EO 11990. All ground disturbing activities, including staging areas and borrow sources, must be reviewed by a FEMA Archaeologist and may require FEMA consultation with SHPO and Federally Recognized Tribes. Projects involving properties that are 45 years of age or older may require FEMA consultation with SHPO. FEMA has executed a Programmatic Agreement (PA) with SHPO which allows us to expedite many of the types of disaster recovery work that have been demonstrated through experience not to have an adverse effect on historic properties. Section 106 of the NHPA requires Federal Agencies to take into account the effects of their activities on historic properties prior to the approval of the expenditure of Federal funds. The applicant is responsible for obtaining any required approvals or permits from USACE prior to the commencement of work. Projects that involve work in or near water or wetlands, including dredging or filling, in-stream debris removal, bank stabilization, or mitigation measures or changes to culverts, crossings, or bridges, may require a permit from USACE. To receive a copy, call or email the ADEQ Emergency Response Section at (501) 682-0716 or in or near Water or Wetlands Additional information regarding debris can be found in ADEQ’s Managing Debris from Declared Disasters handout. Debris removal from wetlands should be coordinated with the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and may require FEMA consultation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Debris should not be staged within the floodplain and should never be staged in a wetland area, even temporarily. Hazardous materials must be disposed of in a manner consistent with all State and Federal laws. The applicant must provide FEMA with the approved forms. The applicant must complete the AHPP Debris Activity Ground Disturbance form and submit it to SHPO via fax/email. The applicant must complete the ADEQ Request to Burn, Stage, or Grind Material for and submit it via fax/email. Temporary emergency staging sites for the stockpiling, reduction, and/or burning of disaster debris must be approved by the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) and Arkansas Historic Preservation Program (SHPO). For debris taken to a permitted landfill, the location and permit number for the landfill should be included in the project worksheet. Failure to comply with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental and historic preservation laws could jeopardize or delay potential funding.ĭebris cleanup must be documented from removal to final disposition. The Applicant has several compliance responsibilities which may be required before funding can be approved or work can proceed. This guidance includes information regarding many, but not all, of the laws routinely addressed during disaster recovery project review. FEMA EHP will advise applicants on what to expect during the review process. Some projects may require additional regulatory permitting or consultation with State, Federal, or Tribal entities. A clear scope of work is needed to determine the level of review required under NEPA which can impact project timelines. FEMA has developed several levels of environmental review to streamline the types of projects commonly funded for disaster recovery. NEPA incorporates the other environmental and historic preservation laws into the final consideration of the proposed project and its potential alternatives. ![]() ![]() ![]() NEPA requires Federal Agencies to assess the environmental effects of their actions, such as funding disaster recovery projects, prior to making funding decisions. National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) EO 11988 Floodplain ManagementĬlean Water Act (CWA) EO 11990 Wetlands Protection Environmental Compliance and Federal Funding National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Endangered Species Act (ESA) FEMA EHP staff is available to answer questions and direct you to other resources as needed.įederal Laws and Executive Orders Routinely Encountered During Review This “Greensheet” provides you, the Applicant, with guidance on FEMA’s Environmental and Historic Preservation (EHP) review process to help you understand your obligations to ensure that all Federal and State compliance requirements are met and how compliance may impact project funding. Environmental and Historic Preservation GuidanceĪs a condition of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding, projects must be reviewed for compliance with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and executive orders (EO).
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