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A-1 A P P E N D I X A NEPA Process Options
Demolition of f. Federal financial assistance, licensing, development items. b. Establishment, installation, upgrade, or ARP) 1 Access/Service Road FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.a Substantially reduces LOS a. Access road construction and construction, relocation, or repair of entrance and service roadways that do not reduce the level of service on local traffic systems below acceptable levels. Existing Structures, Detention Basins, Drainage Systems, Earthwork, Fencing, Land Acquisition. 10, 11, 13, 14, 17. Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) 2 Accessory Structures FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.f,h Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA construction or limited expansion of accessory on-site structures, including storage buildings, garages, hangars, t- hangars, small parking areas, signs, fences, and other essentially similar minor Access/Service Roads, Demolition, Detention Basin, Drainage, Earthwork, Fuel Tanks, Hazmat Investigations, Land Release, Landscaping, Parking Lot, New or Expanded Utilities, Temporary Utility Removal or Extension. 1, 10, 11, 13, 14, 18, 20, 26, 27, 32, 45, 46. h. Federal financial assistance, licensing, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval for construction or expansion of facilities - such as terminal passenger handling and parking facilities or cargo buildings, or facilities for non-aeronautical uses at existing airports and commercial space launch sites - that do not substantially expand those facilities (see the FAA's presumed to conform list (72 Federal Register 41565 (July 30, 2007))). 3 Airfield / Approach Lighting FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.3.b relocation of any of the following on designated airport or FAA property: airfield or approach lighting systems, visual approach aids, beacons, and electrical distribution systems as described in FAA Order 6850.2, Visual Guidance Lighting Systems, and other related facilities. (ATO, Fencing, Instrument Approach Procedures, NAVAIDS, Land Acquisition, Runway Markings. 17, 24, 25, 28, 39.
4 Airport - New Not applicable GA airport only 5 Airport - Transfer of Ownership FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.1.m m. Lease of space in buildings or towers. Other Commercial Development, Property Transfer (Acquisition/Release) 6 Apron / Ramp - New FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e e. Federal financial assistance, licensing, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval for the following actions, provided the action would not result in significant erosion or sedimentation, and will not result in a significant noise increase over noise sensitive areas or result in significant impacts on air quality. Construction, repair, reconstruction, resurfacing, extending, strengthening, or widening of a taxiway, apron, loading ramp, or runway safety area (RSA), including an RSA using Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS); or reconstruction, resurfacing, extending, strengthening, or widening of an existing runway. Accessory Structure, Demolition of Existing Structures, Detention Basin, Drainage, Earthwork, Taxiway Reconfiguration, Utility Extension, Temporary Utility Relocation. 2, 10, 11, 13, 14, 43, 45, 46. 7 Apron / Ramp - Rehabilitation / Reconstruction FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) 8 ATCT - Non-Radar FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.dd dd. FAA construction, reconstruction, or relocation of a non-Radar, Level 1 airport traffic control tower (a tower that does not use radar) at an existing visual flight rule airport, or FAA approval of an Airport Layout Plan (ALP) and/or Federal funding to do so, provided the action would occur on a previously disturbed area of the airport and not: (1) cause an increase in the number of aircraft operations, a change in the time of aircraft operations, or a change in the type of aircraft operating at the airport; (2) cause a significant noise increase in noise sensitive areas; or (3) cause significant air quality impacts. Access/Service Road, Demolition of Existing Facilities, Detention Basin, Drainage, Earthwork, Instrument Approach, NAVAIDS, Utility Extension. 1, 10, 11, 13, 14, 23, 28, 45. 9 Commercial Space Launch License Not eligible On existing airport New site 10 Demolition FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.i i. Demolition and removal of FAA buildings and structures, or financial assistance for or approval of an Airport Layout Plan (ALP) for the demolition or removal of non-FAA- owned, on-airport buildings and structures, provided no hazardous substances or contaminated equipment are present on the site of the existing facility. This CATEX does not apply to buildings and structures of historic, archaeological, or architectural significance as officially designated by Federal, state, tribal or local governments. HAZMAT Investigation, HAZMAT Remediation, Temporary Utility Removal or Relocation. 20, 21, 45. 11 Detention Basin May be included in other project Access/Service Roadway Relocation, Drainage, Earthwork, Landscaping. 1, 13, 14, 27.
12 De-icing Facilities FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.d d. Federal financial assistance, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA installation of de-icing/anti-icing facilities that comply with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits or other permits protecting the quality of receiving waters, and for which related water detention or retention facilities are designed not to attract wildlife hazardous to aviation, as defined in FAA Advisory Circular 150/5200-33, Hazardous Wildlife Attractants on or Near Airports. Access/Service Roadway Relocation, Apron/Ramp Reconstruction, Detention Basin, Drainage, Earthwork, Landscaping, Utility Extensions, Temporary Utility Removal/Extension. 1, 7, 10, 13, 14, 27, 45, 46. 13 Drainage System May be included in other project Earthwork, Utility Extension, Temporary Utility Removal/Expansion. 14, 45, 46. 14 Earthwork FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.k,l,o k. Placing earthen fill into previously excavated land with material compatible with the natural features of the site, provided the land is not delineated as a wetland; or minor dredging or filling of wetlands or navigable waters for any categorically excluded action, provided the fill is of material compatible with the natural features of the site, and the dredging and filling qualifies for a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers nationwide or a regional general permit. Earthwork is nearly always associated with development projects. Not Applicable l. Federal financial assistance for, licensing or approval of the grading of land, the removal of obstructions to air navigation, or erosion control measures, provided those activities occur on and only affect airport property, a commercial space launch site, or FAA-owned or leased property. Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) o. Minor trenching and backfilling where the surface is restored and the excavated material is protected against erosion and run-off during the construction period. 15 FAA Facilities FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.3.a, b New Radar a. Construction of the following facilities on designated airport property or commercial space launch sites, co-located with other FAA facilities, co-located at a location currently used for similar facilities or equipment, or replacement with essentially similar facilities or equipment: Remote Communications Outlet (RCO), Remote Transmitter/Receiver (RT/R), or Remote Center-Air Ground Communication Facility (RCAG), or essentially similar facilities or equipment identified in, and designed and constructed in accordance with FAA Order 6580.3, The Remote Communications Facilities Installation Standards Handbook. These facilities are typically located within a 150 feet by 150 feet parcel with antenna towers reaching approximately 40 feet in height. (ATO) b. Establishment, installation, upgrade, or relocation of any of the following on designated airport or FAA property: airfield or approach lighting systems, visual approach aids, beacons, and electrical distribution systems as described in FAA Order 6850.2, Visual Guidance Lighting Systems, and other related facilities. (ATO, ARP) 16 FAA Grants (no project commitment) FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.1.o o. Issuance of grants that do not imply a project commitment, such as airport planning grants, and grants to states participating in the state block grant program. (ARP, AST)*
17 Fencing FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.f f. Federal financial assistance, licensing, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA construction or limited expansion of accessory on-site structures, including storage buildings, garages, hangars, t- hangars, small parking areas, signs, fences, and other essentially similar minor development items. Drainage, Earthwork, Land Acquisition, Landscaping. 13, 14, 24, 27. 18 Fuel Tanks - Installation/Removal FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.u Bulk Storage u. Approval of an Airport Layout Plan (ALP) for installation of on-airport, aboveground storage tanks or underground storage tanks (USTs) on airport property or FAA installation, repair, or replacement of USTs and aboveground storage tanks at FAA facilities. These actions must comply with FAA Order 1050.15, Fuel Storage Tanks at FAA Facilities, and EPA regulations, 40 CFR parts 112, 280, and 281, as applicable. This CATEX includes the closure and removal of a fuel storage tank, and remediation of contaminants resulting from a fuel storage tank at an FAA facility or on an airport, provided those actions occur in accordance with the order and the regulations noted above. The establishment of bulk fuel storage and associated distribution systems is not within the scope of this CATEX. Those actions are subject to Paragraph 3-1.2.b. (5) of this Order. Access/Service Road Relocation, Drainage, HAZMAT Investigations, HAZMAT Remediation, Utility Extension. 1, 13, 20, 21, 45. 19 Hangar FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.f f. Federal financial assistance, licensing, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA construction or limited expansion of accessory on-site structures, including storage buildings, garages, hangars, t- hangars, small parking areas, signs, fences, and other essentially similar minor development items. New Apron/Ramp, Apron/Ramp Reconstruction/ Rehabilitation, Demolition of Existing Facilities, Earthwork, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 27, 45. Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) Landscaping, Utility Extension. 20 HAZMAT Investigations FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.ee ee. Environmental investigation of hazardous waste or hazardous substance contamination on previously developed airport or FAA-owned, leased, or operated sites including temporary activities such as minor excavation, soil test borings, and installation of groundwater testing and monitoring wells, piezometers and other groundwater well monitoring devices impacting approximately one acre in aggregate surface area. The work plan or Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP) for the project must integrate current industry best practices and address, as applicable, surface restoration, well and soil boring, decommissioning, and the collection, storage, handling, transportation, minimization, and disposal of investigation- derived wastes. The work plan or SAP must also address these matters for other Federal or state regulated wastes generated by the investigation. The work plan or SAP must be coordinated with and, if required, approved by the appropriate or relevant governmental agency or agencies prior to commencement of work. HAZMAT investigations are nearly always associated with development and/or demolition projects. Not Applicable 21 HAZMAT Remediation FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.ff Greater than 1 acre ff. Remediation of hazardous wastes or hazardous substances impacting approximately one acre or less in aggregate surface area, including siting, site preparation, construction, equipment repair or replacement, operation and maintenance, remote or on-site monitoring, and removal of remediation-related equipment and facilities, on previously developed FAA- HAZMAT remediation is nearly always associated with development and/or demolition projects. Not Applicable
owned, leased, or operated sites. Remedial or corrective actions must be performed in accordance with an approved work plan (i.e., remedial action plan, corrective action plan, or similar document) that documents applicable current industry best practices and addresses, as applicable, permitting requirements, surface restoration, well and soil boring decommissioning, and the minimization, collection, any necessary associated on-site treatment, storage, handling, transportation, and disposal of Federal or state regulated wastes. The work plan must be coordinated with, and if required, approved by, the appropriate governmental agency or agencies prior to the commencement of work. Examples of covered activities include: minor excavation (less than one acre of surface area, or less than 25,000 cubic yards) for removal of contaminated soil or containers (drums, boxes, or other articles); ongoing operation of remedial and removal on-site monitoring and cleanup systems in accordance with an approved work plan (i.e., remedial action plan, corrective action plan, or similar document); and installation, operation and maintenance, and removal of in-situ remediation systems and appurtenances, including (1) groundwater wells for treatment and monitoring of soil and water contamination; or (2) on-site vapor extraction systems. Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) 22 Helipad/Heliport FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.t t. Federal financial assistance for, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval of, a new heliport on an existing airport or commercial space launch site that would not significantly increase noise over noise sensitive areas. Access/Service Roadway Relocation, Accessory Structure, Fuel Tanks, NAVAIDS, Taxiway Reconfiguration. 1, 2, 18, 28, 43. 23 Instrument Approach Procedures FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.5.q,r Below 3,000 ft. AGL q. Construction and installation, on airports or commercial space launch sites, of noise abatement measures, such as noise barriers to diminish aircraft and commercial space launch vehicle engine exhaust blast or noise, and installation of noise control materials. Airfield Approach Lighting, NAVAID Installation, Land Acquisition, Runway Marking. 3, 24, 25, 28, 39. r. Purchase, lease, or acquisition of 3 acres or less of land with associated easements and rights-of-way for new facilities. 24 Land Acquisition (less than 3 acres) FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.b,r More than 3 acres b. Acquisition of land and relocation associated with a categorically excluded action. Access/Service Roads, Demolition, Detention Basin, Drainage, Earthwork, Fencing, HAZMAT Investigations, HAZMAT Remediation, Landscaping, Parking Lot, New or Expanded Utilities, Temporary Utility Removal or Extension. 1, 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 27, 32, 45, 46.r. Purchase, lease, or acquisition of 3 acres or less of land with associated easements and rights-of-way for new facilities.
25 Land Acquisition - RPZ FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.bb bb. Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval and/or Federal financial assistance for actions related to a fee-simple purchase of land or the purchase of an aviation easement to establish a runway protection zone (RPZ) or for other aeronautical purposes provided there is no land disturbance and does not require extensive business or residential relocations. Access/Service Roads, Demolition, Drainage, Earthwork, Fencing. 1, 10, 13, 14, 17. 26 Land Release (including long term lease) FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.1.b b. Acquisition of land and relocation associated with a categorically excluded action. Access/Service Road, Fencing, Non- Aeronautical Development. 1, 17, 30. 27 Landscaping FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.p p. New gardening, landscaping, and/or maintenance of existing landscaping that does not cause or promote the introduction or spread of invasive species that would harm the native ecosystem; use of landscape practices that reflect recommendations provided in Guidance for Presidential Memorandum on Environmentally and Economically Beneficial Landscape Practices on Federal Landscaped Grounds, 60 Federal Register 40837 (August 10, 1995); and that do not attract wildlife that is hazardous to aviation. Pavement Demolition, Drainage, Earthwork. 10, 13, 14. 28 Navigational Aids (NAVAIDs) FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.3.b. New ILS b. Establishment, installation, upgrade, or relocation of any of the following on designated airport or FAA property: airfield or approach lighting systems, visual approach aids, beacons, and electrical distribution systems as described in FAA Order 6850.2, Visual Guidance Lighting Systems, and other related facilities. (ATO, ARP) Instrumental Aids, Visual Aids, GPS (RNP/PBN) 23 Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) 29 Noise Compatibility Planning FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.1.n n. Minor expansion of facilities, including the addition of equipment such as telecommunications equipment, on an existing facility where no additional land is required, or when expansion is due to remodeling of space in current quarters or existing buildings. Additions may include antennas, concrete pad, and minor trenching for cable. Noise barrier, property acquisition/release, landscaping, NAVAIDs, new approaches. 30, 24,23, 28. 30 Non-Aeronautical Development FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.h h. Federal financial assistance, licensing, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval for construction or expansion of facilities - such as terminal passenger handling and parking facilities or cargo buildings, or facilities for non-aeronautical uses at existing airports and commercial space launch sites - that do not substantially expand those facilities (see the FAA's presumed to conform list (72 Federal Register 41565 (July 30, 2007))). Drainage improvements, property acquisition, roadway relocation, electrical utilities, site work, lighting/signing, pavement demolition, fencing, landscaping, land release. 13, 24, 1, 45, 46, 14, 17 ,27, 26. 31 Obstruction Removal - Topping/Trimming FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.z z. Federal financial assistance, licensing, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA action related to topping or trimming trees to meet to meet 14 CFR part 77, Safe, Efficient Use, and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace, standards for removing obstructions which can adversely affect navigable airspace. Property acquisition (including easements). 25. 32 Parking Lot FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.f,h f. Federal financial assistance, licensing, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA construction or limited expansion of accessory on-site structures, including storage buildings, garages, hangars, t- hangars, small parking areas, signs, fences, and other essentially similar minor development items. Drainage improvements, property acquisition, roadway relocation, electrical utilities. 13, 24,1, 45, 46.
h. Federal financial assistance, licensing, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval for construction or expansion of facilities - such as terminal passenger handling and parking facilities or cargo buildings, or facilities for non-aeronautical uses at existing airports and commercial space launch sites - that do not substantially expand those facilities (see the FAA's presumed to conform list (72 Federal Register 41565 (July 30, 2007))). Drainage improvements, property acquisition, roadway relocation, electrical utilities. 33 Runway - Extension FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e Major extension e. Federal financial assistance, licensing, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval for the following actions, provided the action would not result in significant erosion or sedimentation, and will not result in a significant noise increase over noise sensitive areas or result in significant impacts on air quality. Reconstruction, resurfacing, extending, strengthening, or widening of an existing runway. Drainage improvements, New or extended taxiways New NAVAIDs. New approach procedures, Approach lighting, Runway Safety Area Electrical utilities Roadway relocation Property acquisition. 34 Runway - New Not applicable Not in MSA In MSA 35 Runway - Rehabilitation FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e 36 Runway - Reconstruction FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e 37 Runway - Strengthening FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e Potentially significant impacts 13, 42, 23, 3, 24, 45, 46. 38 Runway Drains May be included in other project(s) 39 Runway Markings FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e 40 Runway Safety Area FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3) 41 Solar/Wind Power Installation FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.3.i i. Approval of an Airport Layout Plan (ALP), Federal financial assistance for, or FAA projects for: the installation of solar or wind- powered energy equipment, provided the installation does not involve more than 3 total acres of land (including the land needed for easements and rights-of-way associated with building and installing the equipment, and any trenching and cabling that would connect the installed solar or wind equipment to other parts of the airport or an existing electrical grid) and would not have the potential to cause significant impacts on bird or bat populations. Construction contracts or leases for this equipment must include requirements to control dust, sedimentation, storm water, and accidental spills. (ARP, ATO) Drainage improvements, earthwork, Property acquisition, Electrical utilities, property acquisition. 13, 14, 24, 45, 46, 24. 42 Taxiway - Exit FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.e e. Federal financial assistance, licensing, or Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval for the following actions, provided the action would not result in significant erosion or sedimentation, and will not result in a significant noise increase over noise sensitive areas or result in significant impacts on air quality. Construction, repair, reconstruction, resurfacing, extending, strengthening, or widening of a taxiway, apron, loading ramp, or runway safety area (RSA), including an RSA using Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS); or reconstruction, resurfacing, extending, strengthening, or widening of an existing runway. Drainage improvements, earthwork, new or extended taxiways, new NAVAIDS, new approach procedures, electrical utilities, roadway relocation, property acquisition. 13,14, 43, 45, 46, 1, 24. 43 Taxiway - New or Extended
44 Tie downs FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.f f. Federal financial assistance, licensing, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) approval, or FAA construction or limited expansion of accessory on-site structures, including storage buildings, garages, hangars, t- hangars, small parking areas, signs, fences, and other essentially similar minor development items. Earthwork, GA apron, Drainage, Service roads, Pavement demolition, Electrical, lighting/signing. 14, 7, 1, 10, 3. 45 Utilities - New or Expanded Not eligible Earthwork, property acquisition/release, pavement demolition, landscaping. 14, 24, 10, 27. 46 Utility Removal/Extension - Temporary FAA Order 1050.1F - 5-6.4.j j. Removal or extension of water, sewage, electrical, gas, or other utilities of temporary duration to serve construction. Earthwork, property acquisition/release, pavement demolition, landscaping. 14, 24, 10, 27. NOTES: (1) No extraordinary circumstances (2) No impacts that could not be mitigated to less than significant levels (3) Significant impacts anticipated Typical NEPA Process (for future reference) Example of Detailed Project Description Would this project include any of the following elements? If so, check the following project types, as appropriateProject Types CATEX (1) EA (2) EIS (3)
