COMBINED NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
March 05, 2025
City of Jersey City - Division of Community Development (DCD)
4 Jackson Square
Jersey City, NJ 07305
(201) 547-6910
Pursuant to 24 CFR Section 58.43, this combined Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (FONSI/NOIRROF) satisfies two separate procedural requirements for project activities proposed to be undertaken by the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency (JCRA).
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about March 23, 2025, the City of Jersey City, on behalf of the JCRA, will submit a request to the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of $1,616,279.00 of Community Project Funding funds under Economic Development Initiative of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Public Law 117-328) and the Explanatory Statement for Division L of that Act, which was printed in the Senate section of the Congressional Record on December 20, 2022, to undertake a project known as Bayfront Promenade Parcel 32 project. The JCRA proposes to construct one (1) six-story multi-family apartment building containing 210 residential housing units and 52 parking spaces on the property located northeast of Kellogg Street in the City of Jersey City, Hudson County. The parcel is comprised of a portion of greater block 21901.01, Lot 6, but will be identified as Block 26105.32, Lot 1. The proposed redevelopment will provide 210 new housing units, including 144 studio or one-bedroom units, 43 two-bedroom units and 23 three-bedroom units. In total, 74 affordable housing units (44 one bedroom, 15 two bedroom and 15 three bedroom) will be created. In addition, amenities will be provided, parking, including a bike storage, a dog washing area, a daycare facility, a credit union, fire pit and picnic areas, a social porch, community lounge, a library space, fitness area and children's space. A solar array is also proposed for the roof.
Amenities include parking, bike storage, expansive outdoor terrace with grilling stations, a dog wash, community lounge with a kitchen, a coworking lounge/library, fitness center and yoga room and children's play area. Additionally, over 10,000 SF in commercial space will encompass a daycare, credit union, and skills training space operated by community-focused non-profit groups. Bayfront Promenade will incorporate multiple sustainable and green practices such as solar panels, low-flow fixtures, and electric vehicle charging stations on-site, and is anticipated to achieve National Green Building Standards, Energy Star certification, and Zero Energy Ready Home program requirements. The estimated total project cost of $131,070,994 will be funded by the HUD awarded funds in combination with tax credits, loans and private funding contributions.
The activities proposed comprise a project for which a Finding of No Significant Impact on the environment which is published simultaneously with this notice. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at the City of Jersey City, Division of Community Development, 4 Jackson Square, Jersey City, NJ 07305, or may be obtained by contacting the Director of DCD by telephone by calling (201) 547-6910, or email at [email protected], and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:30 A.M to 4:30 P.M.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
An Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Project has been prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and HUD environmental review regulations at 24 CFR Part 58. The EA is incorporated by reference into this FONSI. Subject to public comments, no further review of the Proposed Project is anticipated. The City of Jersey City has determined that the EA for the project identified herein complies with the requirements of HUD environmental review regulations at 24 CFR Part 58. The City of Jersey City has determined that the Project will have no significant impact on the human environment and therefore does not require the preparation of an environmental impact statement under NEPA. Public viewing of the EA is available in person at the following address:
City of Jersey City – DCD
4 Jackson Square
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Contact: Brian Rans (201) 547-6910
and may be examined or copied weekdays 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Further information may be requested by writing to the above address, emailing [email protected] or by calling (201) 547-6910. This combined notice is being sent to individuals and groups known to be interested in these activities, local news media, appropriate local, state and federal agencies, the regional office of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency having jurisdiction, and to the HUD Field Office, and is being published in a newspaper of general circulation in the affected community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group or agency may submit written comments on the Project. The public is hereby advised to specify in their comments which “notice” their comments address. Comments should be submitted via email, in the proper format, on or before March 23, 2025 to [email protected] and [email protected] . Written comments may also be submitted at the following address, or by mail, in the proper format, to be received on or before March 23, 2025: City of Jersey City - Division of Community Development, 4 Jackson Square, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Comments may be received by telephone by contacting Brian Rans at (201) 547-6910. All comments must be received on or before 5:00 PM on March 23, 2025 or they will not be considered. If modifications result from public comment, these will be made prior to proceeding with the expenditure of funds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION
The City of Jersey City certifies to HUD that Steven M. Fulop, in his capacity as Mayor and Certifying Officer, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the U.S. 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 the JCRA to use Community Project Funding funds under Economic Development Initiative of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Public Law 117-328).
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and City of Jersey City’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later). Potential objectors may contact HUD or the City of Jersey City’s Certifying Officer to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
The only permissible grounds for objections claiming a responsible entity’s non-compliance with 24 CFR Part 58 are: (a) Certification was not executed by the City of Jersey City’s Certifying Officer; (b) the responsible entity has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the responsible entity has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before release of funds and approval of environmental certification; 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 via email to [email protected] in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to Ms. AnneMarie C. Uebbing. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Steven M. Fulop
Mayor and Certifying Officer
March 5, 2024