Alert
Some documents have been removed in accordance with Presidential Executive Orders. To request a copy, please contact the Environmental and Historic Preservation Division at rus.ehpd.support@usda.gov.
Assessments
A document prepared to determine whether the impacts of a proposal would be significant and thus warrant preparation of an EIS.
Impact Statements
A detailed written statement documenting RD’s analysis of the potential environmental impacts of a proposal which has been determined to be a major federal action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment.
Environmental Guidance
USDA Rural Development (RD) Environmental staff supports RD mission by providing support and technical assistance for RD’s loan, grant, and loan guarantee projects.
HUD-USDA Joint Notice
The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) requires HUD and USDA to jointly adopt the most recently published energy codes, subject to a cost-benefit housing “affordability and availability” test.
