Environmental Review Record - Sinking Valley Grange Hall 484 Demolition

Project Overview

This document serves as the cover sheet and table of contents for an Environmental Review Record (ERR) regarding the demolition of a building in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The project is funded through a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).

• Project Name: Sinking Valley Grange Hall 484
• Grant Number: CDBG FY2017 C000069656
• Project Type: Demolition

Locations

The document identifies two distinct addresses associated with the project:

• Project Site: 109 Hidden Lane, Altoona, PA 16601
• Administrative/Contact Address: Township of Tyrone, 152 Burket Road, Tyrone, PA 16686

Document Structure

The record is organized into five main parts, covering the legal and environmental requirements for the project:

• Authorization & Participation: Includes authorization for funds, citizen participation notices, and the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) with a Request for Release of Funds (RROF).
• Project Description: Details the activity description, location maps, and current conditions of the site.
• Environmental Assessment: Covers HUD compliance findings, determinations of review levels, and mitigation measures.
• Consultation: Lists the dissemination list for interested parties, including the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and local agencies.
• Record of Determination: Includes the 8-step floodplain review process and special studies.

Site Details

An existing floor plan sketch is included in the documentation, outlining the layout of the structure to be demolished. Key features identified on the plan include:

• Main Area: A large central open space.
• Offices: Two office spaces located at the front of the building.
• Kitchen: Located at the rear of the structure.
• Accessibility: The plan indicates a ramp and a covered porch at the entrance.