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Certifying Officer may issue a Special Environmental Clearance, based upon sufficient mitigations incorporated into the project design that will attenuate the noise. Consultant will prepare a Noise Assessment to evaluate whether the project is expected to be within HUD's Noise Guidelines for Acceptable noise conditions. Road noise appears to be the source of most concern. If the projected noise in the Year 2026 exceeds 65 DNL (average day-night decibels), the Certifying Officer may waive the requirement to prepare an EIS, based upon noise attenuation measures included in the project design to address future noise conditions. HUD Environmental Assessment's require an evaluation of the Air Quality impacts for the project including the effects on Greenhouse Gasses. HUD and the EPA are asking to apply the Bay Area Air Quality Management District policies for Thresholds of Significance. Consultant will review the project and prepare an Air Quality analysis which includes the effects of Greenhouse Gas emissions. Preliminary environmental reports show the project.will not have an adverse significant effect for Air Quality. Further research and a Health Risk Assessment appear to not be necessary. OTHER CONSULTATIONS The Environmental Assessment must consider and disclose how the project will address such potential toxic issues as the removal of any underground tanks and/or contaminated soils. Known toxic sites within a radius of 2,000 feet must be evaluated for their potential to expose future residents to toxic conditions. These items will require specific research and analysis according to HUD guidelines found in 24 CFR 51 D and HUD Policy Notice 79-33. FLOODPLAINS, WETLANDS AND ENDANGERED SPECIES Two Federal authorities restrict HUD financial assistance for projects proposed within Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) that are identified on Flood Insurance Rate Maps published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Preliminary investigation shows the project is not located in a floodplain. There is no evidence of a wetland appearing on the subject property. Consultation with the Army Corps of Engineers appears to not be necessary. OTHER SPECIAL STUDIES It is understood that the City of Redwood City and/or Habitat for Humanity GSF inay engage outside various consultants to prepare several environmental and other related studies for this project such as a geotechnical evaluation, noise, Air Quality, and a traffic study. Consultant will endeavor to use already existing work where ever possible. Other specialized reports may be required to complete the process. Consultant will work with the City and developer to determine the extent of any additional work as the project develops. TIMETABLE Consultant will endeavor to deliver the components of the federal environmental assessment according to the following schedule. However, while every attempt will be made to adhere to the proposed timeline, certain matters may require delays not in our REV:08-20-14 VR Page 10 of 14 ATTY/AGR.2014.154/AEM/NEPA ASSESSMENT FOR 612 JEFFERSON