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RESOLUTION NO. 33 -2000
A RESOLUTION AUTHORlZING PUBLICATION OF A COMBINED NOTICE OF
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND NOTICE OF
INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS FOR THE MARlA HOUSE PROJECT.
Whereas, the City of Dubuque entered into a Grant Agreement for the Fiscal Year
commencing July I, 1999, with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,
providing for financial assistance to the City under Title I of the Housing and Community
Development Act of 1974, as amended; and
Whereas, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds have been approved for
the Maria House project at 1561 Jackson; and
Whereas, pursuant to the rules and regulations as promulgated by the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development, an environmental review has been processed for the Maria
House Project; and
Whereas, based on said environmental review, the Department of Community and
Economic Development has determined that said project will have no significant impact on the
environment; and
Whereas, a combined notice of" Finding of No Significant Impact on the Environment"
and of "Intent to Request Release of Funds" for said project will be sent by regular mail to
various federal, state and local public agencies; to the appropriate Regional Office of the
Environmental Protection Agency, to the HUD Area Office and to the local news media,
individuals and groups known to be interested and believed to be appropriate to receive such a
notice; and
Whereas, any and all comments received as a result of such notice will be duly
considered before proceeding with a Request for Release of Funds and Certification.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section I. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to publish a
combined Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact on the Environment and Notice ofIntent
to Request Release of Funds for the Maria House Project and to make the Environmental Review
Record for said project available for public inspection and comment until 5:00 p.m. on February
25,2000. Such notice shall be in the form of Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Section 2. That the environmental review record for the project shall be placed on file in
the Office of the City Clerk where said record may be examined and copied by any interested
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Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque is hereby authorized and directed to
submit to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development fifteen (15) days after
publication of appropriate notice a Request for Release of Funds to undertake the said project.
Section 4. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent to
assume the status of a responsible federal official under the National Environmental Protection
Act, insofar as the provisions of the said Act apply to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development responsibilities for review, decision making, and action assumed and carried out by
the City of Dubuque as to environmental issues.
Section 5. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent
personally, in his official capacity and on behalf of the City of Dubuque, to accept the
jurisdiction of the federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to
environmental review, decision making and action.
Section 6. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque be and he is hereby authorized and
directed to execute a certification pertaining to the environmental review procedures.
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Exhibit A
COMBINED PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO
REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
Dated and Published February 10,2000
Community and Economic Development Department
City of Dubuque
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-4864
319-589-4393
These Notices shall satisfY two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be
undertaken by the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
MARlA HOUSE PROJECT, 1561 JACKSON
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The City of Dubuque has determined that the Maria House Project identified for use of
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds will have no significant impact on the
human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEP A) is not required. Additional project information is
contained in the Environmental Review (ERR) on file at the Office of the City Clerk and
Community and Economic Development Department in City Hall, 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque,
Iowa and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 AM. to 5:00 P.M.
REOUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about February 28, 2000 the City of Dubuque will submit a request to the u.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development for the release of funds to undertake the Maria
House Project.
The City of Dubuque has found that the aforementioned project has no significant effect on the
environment based on the following facts and reasons: I) Assessment of the nature, magnitude
and duration of any adverse and positive impacts; 2) Consideration of alternatives to the project,
commitment of resources, known views oflocal groups, measures which can be instituted to
lessen potential adverse impacts and to enhance the environment; 3) No loss of unique
environmental resources; 4) review of development trends; 5) A minimum occurrence of adverse
effects that cannot be avoided; and 6) No significant impacts on properties possessing historical,
archaeological, architectural or cultural significance.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on
the project may submit written comments to the Community and Economic Development
Department, 50 West 13th Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001. All comments received by February
25, 2000 will be considered by the City of Dubuque prior to authorizing submission of a request
for release of funds. Comments should specifY which Notice they are addressing.
RELEASE OF FUNDS
The City of Dubuque certifies to the u.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that
Terrance M. Duggan in his capacity as Mayor 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 NEP A and related laws and authorities, and allows the City of
Dubuque to use Program funds.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Dubuque's 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 City of Dubuque; (b) the City of Dubuque 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 has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58
before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to
40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory ITom the
standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance
with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58) and shall be addressed to u.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Omaha Area Office, Executive Tower Centre, 10909
Mill Valley Road, Omaha NE 68153. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verifY the
actual last day of the objection period.
Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor
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U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning
and Development
.is form is to be used by Responsible Entities and Recipients (as defined in 24 CFR 58.2) when requesting the release of funds. and
requesting the authority to use such funds. for HUD programs identified by statutes that provide for the assumption of the environmental
review responsibility by units of general local government and States. Public reporting burden for this coUection of information is estimated
to average 36 minutes per response. including the lime for reviewing instructions. searching existing data sources. gathering and
maintaining the data needed. and completing and reviewing the caUection of information. This agency may not conduct or sponsor, and
a person is not required to respond to. a caUection of information uniess that coUection displays a valid OMB control number.
Part 1. Program Description and Request for Release of Funds (to be completed by Responsible Entity)
1. Program Title(s) 2. HUD/State Identification Number' 3. Recipient Identification Number
Community Development Block Grant B-99-MC-19-0004 (OPtional~2-6004596
Reque'i.t for Release of Funds
arid Certification
OMB No. 2506-0087
(exp.6/30/2001)
4. OMB Catalog Number(s)
5. Name and address of responsible entity
City of Dubuque
City Hall. 50 West 13th Street
Dubuque. IA 52001
6. For information about this request. contact (name & phone number)
Aggie Kramer. Community Development Specialist 319-589-4393
8, HUD or State Agency and office unit to receive request
HUD. Omaha Area Office. Executive Tower Centre
10909 Mill Valley Road. Omaha. NE 68153
7. Name and address of recipient (if different than responsible entity)
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The recipient(s) of assistance under the program(s) listed above requests the release of fnnds and removal of environmental
grant conditions governing the use of the assistance for the following
9. Program Activity(ies)/Project Name(s) 110. Location (Street address. city, county, State)
. Maria House Project ] 1561 Jackson. Dubuque. Dubuque,IA
11. Program Activity/Project Description
Conversion and renovation of former convent building into rooming/boarding house for transitional housing for women and children.
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Paft 2. E~vironmental Certification (to be completed by responsible entity)
Wi'D reference to the above Program Activity(ies)/Project(s), I. the undersigned officer of the responsible entity, certify that:
.... The responsible entity has fully carried out its responsibilities for environmental review. decision-making and action pertaining
. to the project(s) named above.
1. The responsible entity has assumed responsibility for and complied with and will continue to comply with, the Natiooal
Eovironmental Policy Act of 1969. as amended. and the environmental procedures. permit requirements and statutory obligations
of the laws cited in 24 CFR 58.5; and also agrees to comply with the authorities in 24 CFR 58.6 and applicable State and local
laws.
3. After considering the type and degree of environmental effects identified by the environmental review completed for the proposed
project described in Part I of this request, I have found that the proposal 'I did [¡¡] did not require the preparation and
dissemination of an environmental impact statement.
4. The responsible entity has disseminated and/or published in the manner prescribed by 24 CFR 58.43 and 58.55 a notice to the public
in accordance with 24 CFR 58.70 and as evidenced by the attached copy (copies) or evidence of posting and mailing procedure.
5. The dates for all statutory and regulatory time periods for review, conunent or other action are in compliance with procedures and
requirements of 24 CFR Part 58.
6. In accordance with 24 CFR 58.71(b), the responsible entity will advise the recipient (if different from the responsible entity) of
any special environmental conditions that must be adhered to in carrying out the project.
As the duly designated certifying official of the responsible entity, I also certify that:
7. I am authorized to and do consent to assume the status of Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
and each provision of law designated in the 24 CFR 58.5 list of NEPA-related authorities insofar as the provisions of these laws
apply to the HUD responsibilities for environmental review, decision-making and action that have been assumed by the responsible
entity.
8. I am authorized to and do accept, on behalf of the recipient personally, the jurisdiction of the Federal courts for the enforcement
of all these responsibilities, in my capacity as certifying officer of the responsible entity.
.ignature of Certifying Officer of the Responsible Entity
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Address of Certifying Officer
Part 3. To be completed when the Recipient is not the Responsible Entity
The recipient requests the release of funds for the programs and activities identified in Part I and agrees to abide by the special
conditions, procedures and requirements of the environmental review and to advise the responsible entity of any proposed change in
the scope of the project or any change in environmental conditions in accordance with 24 CFR 58.7I(b).
Signature of Authorized Officer of the Recipient Title of Authorized Officer
Date signed
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Warning: HUDwiliprosecutefalseclaimsandstatements. Convictionmayresultincriminalandlorcivil penalties. (18 U.S.C. 1001,1010,1012; 31 U.S.C. 3729. 3802)
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
February 2, 2000
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Publication of Combined Notice of Finding of No Significant
Impact on the Environment and Notice of Intent to Request
Release of Funds for Maria House
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Community and Economic Development Director Jim Burke is recommending
authorization of publication of a combined Notice of Finding of No Significant
Impact on the Environment and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds for
the Maria House project.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel
Tim Moerman, Assistant City Manager
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CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
MEMORANDUM
January 31, 2000
To:
From:
Subject:
Publication of Combined Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact on the
Environment and Notice ofIntent to Request Release of Funds for
Maria House
Introduction
This memorandum transmits a proposed resolution authorizing the publication of a combined
Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact on the Environment and Notice ofIntent to Request
Release of Funds for the Maria House project.
Back~round
Opening Doors is a non profit corporation which is proposing to convert the former St Mary's
Convent building into Maria House, an 18 room, transitional rooming and boarding house at 1561
Jackson. The Housing Trust Committee has approved funding of up to $25,0000 for rehabilitation
and conversion costs. The Housing Trust is funded with the City's Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) allocation.
As required by the Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, the City of Dubuque must
publish a notice of environmental review finding for projects to be funded through the Community
Development Block Grant Program. This notice allows 15 days for citizen and public agency
comments on the environmental assessment of these programs. After that time, the City may file a
Request for Release of Community Development Block Grant Funds with the U. S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Discussion
Publication of the attached notice, Exhibit A, indicates that the City of Dubuque has carried out
its responsibilities according to regulations ofHUD. The approval of the attached resolution and
the publication of its accompanying public notice are required procedural steps for securing the
release of Community Development Block Grant funds for this project.
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. -I recommend that the City Council authorize publication of the combined Notice of No Significant
Impact on the Environment and Notice ofIntent to Request Release of Funds for the Maria
House Project. Copies of the environmental review record will be made available to the public and
interested agencies. Public comment will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on February 25, 2000 and
will be taken into account before proceeding with the request for release of funds.
Action Step
The action step is for the City Council to adopt the attached resolution.
Prepared by Aggie Kramer, Community Development Specialist
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COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD
City of Dubuque, Iowa
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Maria House
1561 Jackson, Dubuque, Iowa
Statutory Checklist
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Grant Number: B-99-MC-19-0004 Certifying Officer: Aggie Kramer
Grantee: City of Dubuque, Iowa Activity/Project: Maria House
Are all activities of this project exempt ITom NEPA procedures? Yes
(If Yes, this Statutory Checklist need not be filled out)
Are activities of this project categorically excluded ITom NEP A Procedures?
(If Yes, this Statutory Checklist and all required actions must be completed)
D tho En . 1 As ?
NoX
Yes
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No
oes IS proJect reQUIre an vuonrnenta sessment. es 0
Environmental Not Consultation Review P..-rnits Dttennination of Conditions, and/or All ckterminations need explanation.
Area Appticable Required Required Required Consistency Mitigation Ref"""" to docummtation sources,
to Projed . . Approvals, Aaions notes. and correspondalce.
P..-rnitsObtained Reouired
1. Historic X Section 106 MOA approval
Properties received
2. Floodplain X
Management
3. Wetlands X
Protection
4. Noise (24 CFR 51 B) X
5. Air X
Qualitv
6. Manmade Hazards X
a. Thermal/
Explosive
Hazards
b. Airport X
Clear Zones
C. Landfill X
Hazards
7. Water Quality X
a. Navigable
Waters
b. Sole Source Aquifers X
8. Solid Waste x
Disoosal
9. Endangered X
Species
10. Farmlands X
Protection
11. Wild and X
Scenic Rivers
12. Coastal Zone X
Management
13. Hazardous Facilities X
(24CFR51 C)
14. Airports (except for X
Clear Zone Notification of
24 CFR 51.303 (a)(3»
15. Toxic Chemicals and X
Radioactive Materials
(HUD Notice 79-33)
16. Environmental X Will oornply witb "O>ildbood Lead
Justice (Executive Order Ba=l Paint Po;.onig "priority for
12898) alvirorunartal justice
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X
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. Attach evidence ~èqnired ~en taken
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Statutory Checklist
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Other Requirements (Section 58.6) Checklist
Grant Number: B-99-MC-19-0004 Certifying Officer: Aggie Kramer
Grantee: City of Dubuque, Iowa Activity/Project: Maria House
In addition to the duties undertbe laws and authorities specified in 58.5 for assumption by recipients under the laws cited in
58.1(b), recipients must comply with the following requirements. Applicability oftbe following requirements does not trigger the
certification and release of funds procedure under this part or preclude exemption of an activity under 58.34 (a)(l2) and (b).
However, the recipient remains responsible for addressing the following requirements in its ERR and meeting these requirements,
where applicable, regardless of whether the activity is exempt under 58.34.
(a) Federal Flood Insurance Purchase Requirements (do not apply to funds ITom Federal fonnula grants made to a State)
(I) Does the project involve acquisition or construction (including rehabilitation) in a community identified by
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as having special flood hazard areas (100 year and
500 year floodplains)? Yes X No . If Yes, go to (a)(2). If No, go to Question (b).
(2) Is the project located in 100 year floodplain (500 year flood plain for "critical" actions')?
Yes X No. If Yes, go to (a)(3). If No, go to Question (b).
(3) Is the community in which the project is located (X) participating in the Nation Flood Insurance Program
or, ( ) has less than a year passed since FEMA notified the community conceming such hazards. (please
check one of the above depending on the situation) Yes X No . If Yes, attach a statement conceming
how you will assure that flood insurance will be maintained in accordance with the "Flood Insurance
Protection" guidance sheet attached to Ibis Checklist and go to Question(b). The implementation of this
project consistent with your statement must be made a condition on the environmental findings and
recommendations fortbe project. If No, project cannot be funded.
The property is located in Zone X but is in an area protected by a levee for the 100 year
flood.
(b) Coastal Barriers Resources
Is the project to be undertaken located in the Coastal Barrier Resources Systems, as amended by the Coastal
Barrier Improvement Act of 1990 (16 V.S.C. 3501)? Yes No X . If Yes, Federal financial assistance may not be
provided. If No, then go to Question ( c ).
(c) Projects located in Close Proximity to Airports Contained on the BUD list of24 CFR Part SID Covered Airports.
Does the project involve assistance, subsidy, or insurance for the purchase or sale of an existing property in a
Runway Clear Zone or Clear Zone as defined in 24 CFR Part SID? Yes No X . If Yes, the recipient must advisetbe
buyer that the property is in a Runway Clear Zone or Clear Zone, what the implications of such a location area and that there is a
possibility that the property may, at a later date, be acquired by the airport operator. The buyer must sign a statement
acknowledging receipt of this infonnation. The implementation oftbis requirement must be made a condition in the environmental
review findings and recommendations for this project.
'As defined in the V.S. Water Resources Council's Floodolain Management Guidelines for Imolementing Executive Order 11988.
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Environmental Assessment Checklist-l
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Grant Number: B-99-MC-19-O004
Certifying Officer: Aggie Kramer
Grantee: City ofDubuaue, Iowa Activity/Pro'ect: Maria House
Pot<ntially Potentially Requires
Adv.... AdvetSe, Projed All ddenninatioos need ""Ptanation. Referen"" to
Impact Categori.. No hnpa" Pot<ntially Documaúation Requires Needs Modifica- documentation """"""' notes, and
Anticipated Beneficial Only MoreStudy Mitigation tions """"'Ponda1ce.
Land
Develooment
Confonnance with X Property rezoned to OR Office
Comprehensive Residential District on August 2,
Plans and ZoIring 1999. See staff report dated 6-23-99.
Compatibility and X
Urban Impact
Slope X
Erosion X
Soil Suitability X
Hazards and X Lead Removal by certified lead
Nuisances, abatement contractor; disposal of lead
Including Site as required.
SafetY
Energy X
ConsumDtion
Environmental
Design and
Historic Values
Visual Quality - X Will be compatible with existing
Coherence, building.
Diversity,
Compatible Use and
Scale
Historic, Cultural X Will be compatible with existing
and Archaeological building.
Resources
Noise
Effect of Ambient X
Noise on Project and
Contribution to
Comnllmity Noise
Levels
Air
Effect of Ambient X
All" Quality on
Project and
Contribution to
Conununity
Pollution Levels
Environmental Assessment Checklist-2
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Certifying Officer: Aggie Kramer
Activit IPro'ect: Maria House
ad Cat on",
Natural Features
Potentially
Adv",", Pot<ntially Require<
Require< Adv",", Projed
No hnpaa PotenÜally Documartation Require< Needs Modillca-
AnÜ . ated Beneficial Onl More Stud Miti tion tions
All daerminaÜons næd explanation. Ref"",œ to
documentation SOIUœS, not",. and ",""",ondotœ.
Water Resources X
Surface Water X
Watercourses X
Unique Natural X
Features and
Agricultural
Lands
Vegetation and X
Wildlife
Socioeconomic
Demographic X
Character
Changes
Displacement X
Employment & X
Income Patterns
CommoDIty
Facilities and
Services
Educalional X
Facilities
Commercial X
Facilities
Health Care X
Social Services X Will provide needed transitional
housil1gfor the community.
Environmental Assessment Checklist-3
City of Dubuque, Iowa
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Community
Facilities and
Services
No Impad Potentially
Anti' ate<! Iknefici,
Certifying Officer: Aggie Kramer
Activi IPro'ect: Maria House
Pot<21lially
Ady",,",
Requires
Docwn<ntatioo
Onl
Pot<ntially Requires AIt detennffiatioos need .xplanatioo. Ref"""", to
Adv=e, Project doaunentation sources, not", and correspondmce.
Requir.. Need. Modifica-
Mu« Study Mili ation tions
(continued)
Solid Waste X
Waste Water X
Storm Water X
Water Supply X
Public Safety X
Police
Fire X
Emergency X
Medical
Open Space and X
Recreation
Open Space
Recreation X
Cultural X
Facilities
Transportation X
Environmental Assessment Checklist-4
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Grant Number: B-99-MC-19-0004
Grantee: City of Dubuque, Iowa
Certifying Officer: Aggie Kramer
Activity/Project: Maria House
Summary af Errvironmental Conditions:
Briefly identiJÿ Ihe present environmental conditions of the project area
The project will involve the conversion and renovalion of a former convent building into a roominglboarding house at 1561
Jackson. The facility will provide 18 rooms of transitional housing for women and women with children. Building renovation
occurring to accommodate the change. Building modifications will provide handicap accessibility and compliance to building
codes. Exterior accessibility will be created
Alternatives Considered:
Identify alternatives to the project which have been considered
Alternative techniques were reviewed for lead hazard removal and rehabilitation to allow compliance with the hisloric nature of
the building.
Additional Studies Performed.'
Attach Study or Summary
NA
Mitigation Measures Needed:
Identify, if applicable, changes which need to be made in order to
eliminate or minimize adverse environmental impacts
See attached Section 106 review
Environmental Assessment Checklist-5
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Grant Number: B-99-MC-19-0004 CertifYing Officer: Aggie Kramer
Grantee: City of Dubuque, Iowa Activity/Project: Maria House Project
I. Is project in compliance with applicable laws and regulations? _X - Yes
2. IsanEISrequired? _Yes _X_No
3. A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) can be made. Project will not significantly affect the quality of
the human environment _X_Yes _No
_No
Basic Reasons for Supporting Decision
No environmental impact statement is needed. The activities
are consistent with the Department of Housing an Urban
Development environmental policies and requirements and
are not a an action which will significantly impact the quality
of the human environment based on the following facts and
reasons:
I) Assessment of the nature, magnitude and duration of any
adverse and positive impacts; 2) Consideration of alternatives
to the project, commitment of resources known to local
groups, measures which can be instituted to lessen potential
adverse impacts and to enhance the environment; 3) No loss
of unique environmental resources; 4) review of
development trends; 5) A minimum occurrence of adverse
effects that cannot be avoided; and 6) No significant impacts
on the historic structure based on conditions established by
Section 106 review as attached.
. Identify the major reasons for the decision of "no significant impact." These are to be included in the environmental public notice.
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SECTION 106 MOA REVIEW
City of Dubuque, Iowa
INITIAL REVI EW
PROPERTY INFORMATION
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HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF AFFECTED PROPERTY
City. State or National Sionificance: Structures felt to meet one or
- more of the criteria of e1 igibil ity for individual 1 isting on the
National Register of Historic Places. (Kriviskey, 1978-1979)
~ Neiohborhood: Structures that are of significance when found in groups
or are contributors to the significance of districts felt to meet one or
more of the criteria of e1 igibil ity for I isting on the National Register
of Historic Places. (Kriviskey, 1978-1979)
SuPDortive: Structures of no particular architectural significance
- other than as background within districts felt to meet one or more of
the criteria of eligibility for listing on the National Register of
Historic Places. (Kriviskey, 1978-1979)
Non-Support ive: Structures of no part icu1 ar arch itectura1 sign ificance
- because of recent dates of construction or because of insensitive and
irreversible modifications. (Kriviskey, 1978-1979)*
- located within National Register District or local historic district
Individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places
ADDITIONAL REVIEW REQUIREMENTS
- None, MOA requirements have been fulfilled.*
~ Please forward proposed work-write-up for review of project.
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SECTION 106 MOA REVIEW
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PROPERTY INFORMATION
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YES
NO
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PROJECT INFORMATIOW
Affect on Proper~y: '
Nature .of Project:.
Direct.
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Ind irect .
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Interior ~
. Exterior
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ofpr~viously undisturbedg;oúnd: YES'~**'
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.' SECRETARY OF .THEINTERIOR'S STANDARDS fOR REHABILITATION '
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Work write-up is in accordance with guide.]. ines:YES
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS'
4- None, structure .
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.~ Project must be reviewed
.. FURTHER REVIEW. , .
- . .)e Nonè,'all MOA' requirements have' b~enfu1fil1ed .
~ YES,projëct must be reviewed by State Historic Preservat ion Officer
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. Require's'State Historic Preservation
REZONING STAFF REPORT
Zoning Agenda:
Property Address:
1561 Jackson Street
Property Owner:
SI. Mary's Church Corporation
Applicant:
Sister Helen Huewe, OSF
Proposed Land Use: Rooming and Boarding House
Proposed Zoning: OR
Existing Land Use:
Convent
Existing Zoning: R2-A
Adjacent Land Use:
North and East: Residential, South
and West: Church/Rectory/School
Adjacent Zoning: North,
East, South & West: R2-A
Former Zoning:
1934 - MF 1975 - OR-1 1985 - R2-A
Total Area:12,OOO sq.ft.
Property History: The subject property is a part of the St. Mary's Church campus which
covers a one square-block area. The campus consists of the church, rectory, school
building, and convent. The school is currently closed and the building serves as a
bingo hall.
Physical Characteristics: The subject site is located on a corner lot at the intersection
of Jackson and 16th Streets. The site is flat and has existing off-street parking on the
west and north sides of the convent building. There is also basketball courts north of
the convent building. An alley lies behind the property between 15th and 16th Streets.
Concurrence with Comprehensive Plan: The 1995 City of Dubuque Comprehensive
Plan does not address this area.
Impact of Request on:
Utilities: Existing utilities are sufficient to handle conversion of subject convent into
a rooming and boarding house or office.
Traffic Patterns/Counts: Traffic is two-way along both Jackson and 16th Streets
which are both minor arterials. The average daily traffic count on 16th Street west
of the Jackson St. intersection is 1200 trips, and the count on Jackson SI. north of
16th SI. is 4000 trips.
Public Services: Existing public services are sufficient to handle the proposed
conversion to a rooming and boarding house or office.
REZONING STAFF REPORT
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Environment: . Staff do not anticipate any adverse impacts to the environment from
conversion of the convent to a rooming and boarding house or any other permitted
OR Office residential use.
Adjacent Properties: Converting the existing convent into a rooming and boarding
house may slightly increase noise and activity because of the additional traffic
entering and leaving this site. This increase in noise, activity and traffic, while
greater than that generated by the existing convent, should have a very limited
impact on the neighborhood.
Rooming and boarding houses require .75 parking spaces per tenant or room
and offices require 1 parking space per 400 sq. ft. of office area. The amount of
paved area adjacent to the convent should provide adequate parking for either
office or residential uses.
Staff Analysis: The proposed rezoning from R2-A Alternate Two-Family Residential to
OR Office Residential is requested by the applicant to allow conversion of St. Mary's
convent into an 18 room, rooming and boarding house. The Office Residential district
is, "n. intended to encourage and permit a mixture of compatible office uses with a high-
density multi-family uses in the existing built city." "This district should serve as a
transitional zone between commercial and single and two-family residential areas
through the adaptive re-use of existing building stock which normally would be
residential in character." Development standards should remain flexible enough to
allow conversion and re-use of existing buildings.
The Zoning Ordinance also requires that applicants requesting rezoning bear the
burden of demonstrating that the requested reclassification is more appropriate than the
present classification in light of the characteristics of the property and the public
welfare. Staff believes that the requested rezoning from R2-A to OR to allow
conversion of St. Mary's Convent to a rooming and boarding house is compatible with
the stated intent of the Office Residential district.
Re-use of the convent building is most suited to either office or multi-family purposes.
There appears to be sufficient off-street parking available for the proposed use.
Redevelopment of this property should not generate a significant amount of additional
traffic relative to the volume of traffic already on Jackson and 16th Streets. The exact
number of off-street parking spaces required will have to be determined once the
application is made for the building permits.
Prepared bY:~-^-<GJ.. \w,t~ Reviewed: ~ !~
Date: 1,-2.7#