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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I do if I've been discriminated against?

Follow the guidelines below and then . . . SEEK HELP!

  • Contact your local fair housing agency, Metro, at (404) 524-0000.
  • As you should do in any contractual relationship, keep written document of everything!  Keep a written record of all attempted and actual contacts and conversations with the housing provider or housing professional.
  • Maintain all records. Don’t throw away anything!  Keep and make copies of all documents, leases, applications, receipts, and letters, etc.  Keep a good record of expenses you incur to address this issue.  It is important to know the names and contact information of potential witnesses and neighbors, especially if you have experienced different treatment or services from the housing provider.

Under the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Georgia Fair Housing Law, you may be entitled to financial relief, including compensatory or punitive damages.  The discriminatory actor may also be required to pay your attorney’s fees and court costs, if incurred.  You also may be entitled to injunctive relief (access to the property at issue or a comparable property). MOST IMPORTANT, the housing provider will have to stop the discriminatory practice against you and others.

For more information about the Federal Fair Housing, click here. This information will take you to the HUD’s website for outreach tools as well as brochures and information in multiple languages. You also will have access to search other issues including studies, reports, and directions for filing complaints.

For more information about Federal Fair Housing Act click here. This information is available in multiple languages for your convenience.

Click here to download a copy of the 2020 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice:

2020 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Final

Can I Break My Lease Agreement Video?

For more info contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD’s) Housing Discrimination Hotline at (800) 669-9777 and for hearing impaired, please call TTY (800) 877-8339.

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NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

November 8, 2024

City of Atlanta, GA

Department of Grants and Community Development

55 Trinity Avenue, SW Suite #3500

Atlanta, GA 30303

404-658-7820

These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants & Community Development (DGCD) and The Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Georgia (AH).

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about November 26, 2024, the City of Atlanta will make a request to the HUD Atlanta Regional Office for the release of $1,020,591.00 in HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds under the Housing Act of 1937.  The Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Georgia (Atlanta Housing or AH) will also request to the HUD Atlanta Regional Office for the release of $10,000,000.00 in Moving to Work (MTW) program funds. Both funding sources will be utilized for the following project: Project: Sylvan Hills II Apartments Purpose: The Proposed Project involves the new construction of a multifamily apartment complex to provide affordable housing for low-income residents in Atlanta. The Project Site is located at 1950 Sylvan Hills Road SW in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia. The Project Site is made up of one parcel identified under Parcel ID Number 14 0103 LL001, and zoned as Residential General (RG-3, RG-2, and RG-3-C). The complex would be 182,749 square feet total in building size, comprised of ten buildings with a total of 233 units consisting of one, two, or three bedrooms. The complex would provide a mix of residential units including three- to four-story multi-family apartments, two-story carriage homes, and two-story townhomes. Specifically, three townhome buildings with a parking lot would be located in the northwestern portion of the Project Site, north and south of Sylvan Circle SW; three multifamily buildings would be located with parking lots in the northeastern portion of the Project Site, east of Sylvan Circle SW; and four carriage unit buildings would be located in the southern portion of the Project Site, west of Sylvan Circle SW. The complex would also provide on-site amenities including a management and leasing office, indoor community room, outdoor community space and gathering area, landscaped green areas, children’s playground area, and walking paths.  On-site parking would include a total of 233 parking spaces, containing a mix of on-street parking and parking lots with accessible and electric vehicle spaces. Street parking would be provided along Sylvan Circle SW. All units would have energy-efficient appliances including refrigerators; dishwashers; microwaves; central heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; and low-flow plumbing fixtures.   

CONDITIONAL FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The City of Atlanta has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment if the conditions for Contamination and Toxic Substances, Endangered Species, Explosives and Flammable Hazards, Noise Abatement and Control, and Vegetation and Wildlife are followed. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR). The ERR will be made available to the public for review electronically. Please submit your request by email to gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Atlanta, Department of Grants and Community Development, Office of Entitlement and Competitive Compliance by email at gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov. All comments received by November 25, 2024, will be considered by the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants & Community Development prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.  Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

 ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION

The City of Atlanta certifies to HUD that Deborah B. Lonon in her capacity as Commissioner 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 NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants & Community Development and AH to use Program funds.

 OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Atlanta’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 Atlanta; (b) the City of Atlanta 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 or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities 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 from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to CPDRROFATL@hud.gov and William L. Biggs at William.Biggs@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Deborah B. Lonon

Commissioner, Department of Grants and Community Development

City of Atlanta, GA

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Public Questions Submitted for 2025-2029 ConPlan RFP

Please indicate desired content of resource binder and whether it is to be a hard copy or soft copy?

The binder will include a comprehensive list of data sources, copy of data collected, consultations, records, along with any information collected from CoA residents, community partners, and stakeholders, and all data used to formulate the final ConPlan draft.

How would the City prefer consultants to demonstrate compliance with the terms of Exhibit B, or is this requirement due prior to commencement of work and not at the proposal phase?

Including a copy of the Certificate of Insurance is sufficient. Compliance with Exhibit B is required as part of the contracting process.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR CITY OF ATLANTA’S 2025-2029 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS, HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM, HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS, AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT

(2025-2029 ConPlan for CDBG/HOME/HOPWA/ESG)

The City of Atlanta (City) is requesting proposals from experienced community development consulting firms or individuals to develop and submit the City’s next five-year Consolidated Plan FY 2025-2029 (ConPlan) and first year Annual Action Plan (FY 2025) to be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by May 2025, pursuant to 24 CFR Part 91.

The 5‐Year ConPlan and AAP will address long/short range plans to identify goals and objectives, gaps in services, areas of need, resources, housing needs, homelessness, improved collaboration/public input process, programs/projects, and other areas that may be identified to assist the City in implementing CDBG, ESG, HOPWA and HOME programs. The selected bidder will also assist in reviewing the City’s Citizen Participation Plan and updating if necessary. The selected bidder will perform professional services under the supervision of the Department of Grants and Community Development (DGCD).

Click the link below to view the RFP:

RFQ Package for Bidders 2025-2029 ConPlan

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PUBLIC NOTICE

 CITY OF ATLANTA’S

FY 2024 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN

The City of Atlanta’s Annual Action Plan (AAP) is a summary of proposed activities and federal resources, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds, that the Department of Grants and Community (DGCD) anticipates utilizing to address priority needs and specific goals for the upcoming year. Prior to submission, the public is allowed to review and comment on the AAP’s proposed use of funds.

This notice is to inform the public of availability of the Program Year 2024 (PY2024) AAP and provide information about projects recommended for funding during PY2024. The amount of funds expected to be available in Program Year 2024 were announced by HUD in March 2024. The City of Atlanta may be required to reduce, increase or de-obligate funding to the recommended project allocations should the actual allocations change from previous PY2024 award amounts.

The PY2024 AAP will be published for the minimum 30-day public review period as required by HUD on June 7, 2024. The public comment period will open on June 7, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. and expire on July 8, 2024, at 5:00 P.M. A draft copy of the AAP and attachments will be posted to DGCD’s website for public review (https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/grants-and-community-development). Additionally, the PY2024 Annual Action Plan will be presented during a Public Hearing to give City of Atlanta residents the opportunity to provide comments on the proposed Annual Action Plan for Program Year 2024.  The public hearing will be held during the Community Development and Human Services Committee Meeting on July 9, 2024, at 1:30 PM. The public may choose to submit comments by either or all the three (3) methods listed: email at DGCD_Planning@CityOfAtlanta.onmicrosoft.com, by phone or voicemail at (404) 330-6390, by mail or in person at Atlanta City Hall, Department of Grants and Community Development, 55 Trinity Avenue SW, Suite 3500, Atlanta GA 30303

PROPOSAL: The Department of Grants and Community Development will propose that the City of Atlanta’s PY 2024 Annual Action Plan include the appropriation of funds from CDBG in the amount of Six Million Eight Hundred Eleven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Two Dollars and Zero Cents ($6,811,222.00); ESG in the amount of Six Hundred Twelve Thousand Six Hundred Ninety-Eight Dollars and Zero Cents ($612,698.00); HOME in the amount of Two Million Sixty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars and Zero Cents ($2,060,752.00); and HOPWA in the amount of Fifteen Million Three Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Zero Cents ($15,393,477.00).

NPU(S): Citywide

This notification addresses the PY 2024 Annual Action Plan allocating funds made available to the City of Atlanta through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

For additional information, please contact City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community.

Development at (404) 330-6390.

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CIUDAD DE ATLANTA
ANUNCIO PÚBLICO
PLAN DE ACCIÓN ANUAL FY 2024
DE LA CIUDAD DE ATLANTA

El Plan de Acción Anual (AAP) de la ciudad de Atlanta es un resumen de las actividades propuestas y los recursos
federales, incluyendo los fondos de Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG), Asociaciones de
Inversion HOME (HOME) y Subvenciones para Soluciones de EMERGENCIA (ESG), que el Departamento de
Subvenciones y Comunidad (DGCD) anticipa su utilización para abordar las necesidades prioritarias y objetivos
específicos para el próximo año. Antes de la presentación, el público puede revisar y comentar sobre el uso de fondos
propuesto por la AAP.

Este anuncio es para informar al público sobre la disponibilidad del AAP de año del programa 2024 (PY2024) y
proporcionar información sobre los proyectos recomendados para financiamiento durante el año 2024. HUD anunció
en marzo de 2024 la cantidad de fondos que se espera que estén disponibles en el año del programa 2024. Es posible
que se requiera que la ciudad de Atlanta, reduzca, aumente o libere fondos de las asignaciones del proyecto recomendadas
en caso de que las cantidades reales asignadas cambien con respecto a la adjudicación anterior del año PY2024.

El AAP PY2024 se publicará durante el periodo mínimo de revisión pública de 30 días según lo exige HUD el 7 de
junio de 2024. El período de comentarios públicos se abrirá el 7 de junio de 2024 a las 9:00 am y vencerá el 8 de julio
de 2024, a las 5:00 p,m. Se publicará una copia preliminar de la AAP y los archivos adjuntos en el sitio web de la
DGCD para su revision publica (https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/
grants-and-community-development). Además, el Plan de Acción Anual PY2024 se presentará durante una
audiencia pública para brindar a los residentes de la ciudad de Atlanta la oportunidad de brindar comentarios sobre el
Plan de Acción Anual propuesto para el año del programa 2024. La audiencia pública se llevará a cabo durante el
Comité de Desarrollo Comunitario y Servicios Humanos. Reunión el 9 de julio de 2024, a la 1:30 p.m. El público
puede optar por enviar comentarios mediante uno de los tres (3) métodos indicados: correo electrónico DGCD_Planning@
CityOfAtlanta.onmicrosoft.com, por teléfono o mensaje de voz al (404) 330-6390, por correo o en persona a
Atlanta City Hall, Department of Grants and Community Development, 55 Trinity Avenue SW, Suite 3500, Atlanta
GA 30303

PROPUESTA: El Departamento de Subvenciones y Desarrollo Comunitario propondrá que el Plan de Acción Anual
PY2024 de la ciudad de Atlanta incluya la apropiación de fondos de CDBG por la cantidad de seis millones ochocientos
once mil doscientos veintidos dolares con cero centavos ($6,811,222.00); ESG por la cantidad de seiscientos doce
mil seiscientos noventa y ocho dólares con cero centavos ($612,698.00); HOME por la cantidad de dos millones
sesenta mil setecientos cincuenta y dos solares con cero centavos ($2,060,752.00); y HOPWA por la cantidad de
quince millones trescientos noventa y tres mil cuatrocientos setenta y siete dólares con cero centavos
($15,393,477.00).

NPU(S): En toda la ciudad
Esta notificación aborda el Plan de Acción Anual PY2024 que asigna fondos puestos a disposición de la ciudad de
Atlanta a través del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de Estados Unidos.

Para obtener información adicional, por favor comuníquese con el Departamento de Subvenciones y Desarrollo
Comunitario de la Ciudad de Atlanta al (404) 330-6390.

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NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

November 4, 2023 

City of Atlanta, GA

Department of Grants and Community Development

55 Trinity Avenue, SW Suite #3500

Atlanta, GA 30303

404-658-7820

These notices shall satisfy a procedural requirement for activities to be undertaken by The City of Atlanta, Georgia.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS 

On or about November 21, 2023, the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community Development (DGCD) will submit a request to the HUD Atlanta Regional Office for the release of funds under the Housing Act of 1937, as amended, for the following project: Project: 2222 Wingate St. SW, Atlanta GA 30310  Purpose: DGCD is proposing to provide HOME funding for construction of a single family house on a vacant lot at the above address. . COVID-19 pandemic has exposed deep economic and health disparities and has disproportionately impacted low-income communities across metro Atlanta. In particular, low-income individuals have seen particularly large increases in housing insecurity before and during the pandemic. Exacerbating challenges for low and moderate-income individuals, there continues to be a shortage of affordable housing properties on the market. Recent research conducted by the National Low Income Housing Coalition reveals that households in the Atlanta MSA would need to make $19.83 an hour to afford a 2-bedroom home without paying more than 30% of income on housing. This equates to an annual income of over $40,000 per year or nearly $30,000 more than minimum wage. Eligible households and families with incomes at or less than 80% of the Area Median Income for the City of Atlanta will benefit from the proposed program. HUD’s 2022 HOME and Income Limits, as adjusted for family size, will be used to determine income eligibility. Purchasers will meet income eligibility and desire to own a home in one of the targets low- or moderate-income neighborhoods. Purchasers must complete a minimum of eight hours of homebuyer education from a HUD-approved provider prior to closing and must be able to secure first mortgage financing from a lender. Homebuyer subsidy (down payment assistance and closing costs) will be provided in the form of a soft-second mortgage that will be forgiven over the HOME period of affordability. Eligible purchasers will receive a minimum of $1,000; the actual amount offered will be based on the specific needs of the borrower. 

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The City of Atlanta has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record. The ERR will be made available to the public for review electronically. Please submit your request by email to gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov.

PUBLIC COMMENTS 

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Atlanta, Department of Grants and Community Development, Office of Entitlement and Competitive Compliance by email at gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov. All comments received by November 20, 2023, will be considered by the City of Atlanta prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

 ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION 

The City of Atlanta certifies to HUD that Deborah B. Lonon in her capacity as Commissioner 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 NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows AH to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD will accept objections to its release of fund and the City of Atlanta’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 Atlanta; (b) the City of Atlanta 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 or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities 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 from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to CPDRROFATL@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Deborah B. Lonon

Commissioner, Department of Grants and Community Development

City of Atlanta, GA

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NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS 

November 4, 2023 

City of Atlanta, GA

Department of Grants and Community Development

55 Trinity Avenue, SW Suite #3500

Atlanta, GA 30303

404-658-7820

These notices shall satisfy a procedural requirement for activities to be undertaken by The City of Atlanta, Georgia. 

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about November 21, 2023, the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community Development (DGCD) will submit a request to the HUD Atlanta Regional Office for the release of funds under the Housing Act of 1937, as amended, for the following project: Project: 4001 Blanton Ave. SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 Purpose: DGCD is proposing to provide HOME funding for construction of a single family house on a vacant lot at the above address. COVID-19 pandemic has exposed deep economic and health disparities and has disproportionately impacted low-income communities across metro Atlanta. In particular, low-income individuals have seen particularly large increases in housing insecurity before and during the pandemic. Exacerbating challenges for low and moderate-income individuals, there continues to be a shortage of affordable housing properties on the market. Recent research conducted by the National Low Income Housing Coalition reveals that households in the Atlanta MSA would need to make $19.83 an hour to afford a 2-bedroom home without paying more than 30% of income on housing. This equates to an annual income of over $40,000 per year or nearly $30,000 more than minimum wage. Eligible households and families with incomes at or less than 80% of the Area Median Income for the City of Atlanta will benefit from the proposed program. HUD’s 2022 HOME and Income Limits, as adjusted for family size, will be used to determine income eligibility. Purchasers will meet income eligibility and desire to own a home in one of the targets low- or moderate-income neighborhoods. Purchasers must complete a minimum of eight hours of homebuyer education from a HUD-approved provider prior to closing and must be able to secure first mortgage financing from a lender. Homebuyer subsidy (down payment assistance and closing costs) will be provided in the form of a soft-second mortgage that will be forgiven over the HOME period of affordability. Eligible purchasers will receive a minimum of $1,000; the actual amount offered will be based on the specific needs of the borrower.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The City of Atlanta has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record. The ERR will be made available to the public for review electronically. Please submit your request by email to gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Atlanta, Department of Grants and Community Development, Office of Entitlement and Competitive Compliance by email at gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov. All comments received by November 20, 2023 will be considered by the City of Atlanta prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION

The City of Atlanta certifies to HUD that Deborah B. Lonon, in her capacity as Commissioner, 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 NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows AH to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD will accept objections to its release of fund and the City of Atlanta’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 Atlanta; (b) the City of Atlanta 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 or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities 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 from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to CPDRROFATL@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Deborah B. Lonon

Commissioner, Department of Grants and Community Development

City of Atlanta, GA

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PUBLIC NOTICE

FY 2023 Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal Grant Funds

The Atlanta City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023, at 1:30 pm which will authorize the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community Development to apply for the Pathways to Removing Obstacles, PRO Housing grant funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This public hearing follows a public comment period that commences on Monday, October 9, 2023, and will conclude on Monday, October 23, 2023.

This notification addresses the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community Development grant application for the Pathways to Removing Obstacles, PRO Housing grant funds made available to the City of Atlanta through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

FY 2023 Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal Funds PRO Housing Grant

Pathways to Removing Obstacles (PRO) to Housing Grant Application Draft

PRO Housing Public Comment Fact Sheet

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NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

August 4, 2023

City of Atlanta, GA

Department of Grants and Community Development

55 Trinity Avenue, SW Suite #3500

Atlanta, GA 30303

404-658-7820

These notices shall satisfy a procedural requirement for activities to be undertaken by The Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Georgia.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about August 20, 2023, the City of Atlanta’s Department of Grants and Community Development (DGCD) in partnership with the Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Georgia (AH) will submit a request to the HUD Atlanta Regional Office for the release of funds under the Housing Act of 1937, as amended, for the following project: Project: Ralph David House - 277 Moreland Avenue Motel Conversion Project  Purpose: DGCD and AH are proposing to provide HOME-ARP funding and project-based vouchers to support the rehabilitation and conversion of two commercial motel buildings into two residential apartment buildings providing affordable housing for low-income and/or formerly homeless residents in the City of Atlanta (City). The Project Site is made up of a single parcel (Assessor Parcel Number 14 001200040920) and is zoned as Commercial (C-2). The existing site is currently occupied by a commercial motel, Atlanta Motel, which contains two two-story brick buildings, built in the 1960s, located along the southern (Building A) and western (Building B) Project Site boundaries. The existing buildings contain 54 motel rooms, a one-bedroom manager’s apartment, reception area with an office, laundry room, and a small meeting space. The existing site also includes a surface parking lot with 23 parking spaces located north and east of the existing motel buildings. The Proposed Project would convert the 54 motel rooms into 54 studio apartments. The existing reception area located on the eastern end of the first floor of Building A (facing Moreland Avenue SE) would be rehabilitated into a lounge, office, restroom, and mechanical/storage room.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The City of Atlanta has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record. The ERR will be made available to the public for review electronically. Please submit your request by email to gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov or to priya.wildman@atlantahousing.org.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Atlanta, Department of Grants and Community Development, Office of Entitlement and Competitive Compliance by email at gmenvironmentalreview@atlantaga.gov. All comments received by August 19, 2023 will be considered by the City of Atlanta prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing. You can also view the ERR by utilizing this link 277 Moreland Environmental Review Record.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION 

The City of Atlanta certifies to HUD that Deborah B. Lonon in her capacity as Commissioner 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 NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows AH to use Program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD will accept objections to its release of fund and the City of Atlanta’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 Atlanta; (b) the City of Atlanta 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 or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities 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 from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Robert L. Kenner: Robert.Kenner@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

Deborah B. Lonon

Commissioner, Department of Grants and Community Development

City of Atlanta, GA

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Public Notice: Department of Grants and Community Development Finalized Standard Operating Procedures

The following are Department of Grants and Community Development's finalized standard operating procedures. Please click the links to download and view the finalized standard operating procedures.

 DGCD Grant Management User Guide

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Public Notice: Department of Grants and Community Development Lead Based Paint Policy

Please use the below link to download and review the Department of Grants and Community Development's Lead Based Paint Policy.

Department of Grants and Community Development's Lead Based Paint Policy

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The City of Atlanta is the recipient of (4) four annual entitlement grants from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These grants are: The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG); the Home Investment Partnership program (HOME); the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG); and the Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) program. The use of these funds is guided by the City's Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan.

CDBG funding is designated to address a variety of services and needs, with a portion covering community development needs such as neighborhood stabilization code enforcement, public infrastructure improvements and economic development;

HOME funding is used as production tool to address affordable housing for low-income households;

ESG funding provides homeless assistance and homeless prevention;

HOPWA funding is designated to housing and related supportive services for low-income persons living with HIV/AIDS.

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