The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 requires that impacts to the natural and built environment be evaluated prior to decision making and federal approval. NEPA documentation varies greatly depending on project size, associated impacts and funding source. CFS staff experience spans developing Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for large projects with significant environmental impacts to completing Categorical Exclusion (CE) documents or checklists for minor maintenance projects with little or no resulting impacts. We have completed NEPA documentation in support of projects funded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Economic Development Administration (EDA) and more. CFS also has alliances with specialty firms who can assist with highly specialized aspects of environmental resource evaluations. Our select areas of expertise include:
Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements
Purpose and Need Statement Development
Project Alternatives and Impact Analysis
Corridor & Feasibility Studies
Community Outreach and Public Involvement
Ecological Resources Identification and Impact Analysis
Prime and Unique Farmland Identification and Impact Analysis
Noise Analysis and Abatement Design
Section 4(f) Evaluations and Alternatives
Individual, Programmatic and de minimis for use of public recreation sites, wildlife refuges, historic sites, and other resources protected under the U.S. Department of Transportation Act
Historic sites, and other resources protected under the U.S. Department of Transportation Act
Section 6(f) Identification and Conversions for Sites Improved with Land and Water Conservation Funds
Conservation Funds
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act Consultation
Cultural Resources and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act Analysis and Consultation
Hazardous Materials and Regulated Substances
