Federal Plans and Public Notices

HUD Entitlement Grant Funds

Develop Louisville is charged with compliance and monitoring of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) entitlement grant funds, including the development of the five-year Consolidated Plan, annual Action Plan, Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and many other regulatory plans pertaining to grant funding for Metro Louisville programs and external agencies.

Questions concerning these compliance plans can be directed to Michelle Rodgers. She can be reached at (502) 574-4608 or via email.

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NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

Rebound Dixie Highway Homeownership Townhomes Project

These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the Louisville/ Jefferson County Metro Government.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about December 2, 2023, the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government will submit a request to HUD for the release of HOME funds under Title II of the Cranston Gonzales Affordable Housing Act to undertake a project known as the Rebound Dixie Highway Homeownership 2022 Project located at 1029 Dixie Highway. The proposed project is the infill new construction of a 17-unit townhome development. Each townhome unit will feature two bedrooms and two full baths and will vary in square feet from 1,000-1,200. The site area is roughly 1.32 acres. The infill setbacks for this development are as follows:15' min/max front yard, 5' Neighboring Side Yard, 3' Min. Street Side yard, and 5' Rear Yard. The exterior siding will be vinyl siding with vinyl windows. Foundations will be concrete slabs on grade. Rear off-street parking will provide seventeen parking spaces. The estimated total Funding is $3,000,000 with $462,600 used in HUD funding.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (PL-91-190) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government located at 444 S 5th Street Louisville, KY 40203  and is available electronically online at the following website: https://louisvilleky.gov/public-notices

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency interested may submit comments on the ERR by email for consideration by the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government to  Marilyn Harris, Director of Housing& Community Development at [email protected] or in writing at the address listed above.  Such comments should be received at the Office of Housing on or before December 1, 2023.  All such comments received will be considered prior to authorizing submission of a request for a release of fund. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION

The Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government certifies to HUD that the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and Marilyn Harris, in her official capacity as certifying officer consent to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to environmental reviews, decision making, and action; and that these responsibilities have been satisfied.  HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and related laws and authorities and allows the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government to use federal funds and implement the Program.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD / Kentucky will accept objections to its release of fund and the Louisville Metro Government certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the Marilyn Harris; (b) the RE has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD/ Kentucky; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD/ Kentucky administration office at 601 W Broadway Louisville, KY 40203.  Potential objectors should contact HUD/Kentucky to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

Molo Village CDC

On or about November 27, 2023, the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government will submit a request to HUD for the release of Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) funds under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Public Law 93-383, as amended; 42 U.S.C.-530.1 et seq. The purpose of this investment is to ensure that the MOLO/St. Peter's located at 1225 W Jefferson St Louisville, KY 40203 can maintain the integrity of this historic landmark, while repurposing its role in Russell as a community facility. The rehabilitation will be consistent with Kentucky Heritage Council's SHPO requirements. Specific elements of the restoration include restoration of roof slate shingles, metal on towers, flashing, waterproofing, limestone steps, iron fences, new plexiglass; replace exterior walkways; repair masonry; grading; and landscape. The estimated cost of this project is $2,000,000, with HUD CDBG funding of $2,000,000.

The activities proposed are categorically excluded under HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government located at 444 S 5th Street Louisville, KY 40203  and is available electronically online at the following website: https://louisvilleky.gov/public-notices

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government to Marilyn Harris, Director of Housing and Community Development at [email protected] or in writing at the address listed above. All comments received by November 24, 2023 will be considered by the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION

The Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government certifies to HUD that Laura Grabowski in her capacity as Director of Housing and Community Development consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government to use Program funds in the project.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD/Kentucky will accept objections to its release of fund and Louisville / Jefferson County Metro Government certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the name of RE; (b) the RE has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD / Kentucky; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD/Kentucky administration office at 601 W Broadway Louisville, KY 40202. Potential objectors should contact HUD/Kentucky to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Current Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan

The Consolidated Plan is Louisville Metro’s five-year strategic plan for the use of HUD entitlement funds (HOME, CDBG, ESG, and HOPWA).  Additionally, Louisville Metro prepares an annual Action Plan, which outlines specific projects Metro plans to undertake during the year and includes a detailed budget.