HUD Environmental Reviews (Part 50 & Part 58)
AZ-RI Consultants provides HUD Environmental Reviews for HUD-funded and HUD-assisted projects, including 24 CFR Part 50 and Part 58 compliance. We support Responsible Entities, nonprofits, housing authorities, and public agencies in completing compliant Environmental Review Records (ERRs) and securing HUD clearance so projects can move forward.
Who We Support
What Is a HUD Environmental Review?
A HUD Environmental Review evaluates potential environmental impacts of HUD-funded or HUD-assisted projects in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and HUD environmental regulations. Depending on the funding source and program structure, reviews are completed under 24 CFR Part 50 or 24 CFR Part 58.
Typical HUD Environmental Review Clients
- Responsible Entities (REs)
- Local & State Governments
- Housing Authorities
- Nonprofits
- HUD Lenders
- Multifamily Owners and Developers
- Assisted Housing Owners and Developers
- Community Development Organizations
Part 50 vs Part 58 Environmental Reviews
HUD Part 50 Environmental Reviews
HUD Part 50 Environmental Reviews are required when HUD itself serves as the Responsible Federal Official (RFO). These reviews are typical for FHA-insured and HUD-administered programs, particularly multifamily and healthcare housing.
Common Part 50 Programs Include:
FHA Multifamily Mortgage Insurance Programs
Section 221(d)(4) – New Construction & Substantial Rehabilitation
Section 220 – Urban Renewal / Redevelopment
Section 223(f) – Acquisition / Refinance
Section 223(a)(7) – Refinance of Existing FHA Loans
Section 231 – Elderly Housing
Section 232 – Healthcare Facilities (Assisted Living, Nursing Homes)
Section 241(a) – Supplemental Loans for Repairs & Additions
HUD Multifamily Production & Preservation
HUD-assisted multifamily housing developments
Certain preservation and recapitalization transactions
MAP & LEAN Programs
MAP (Multifamily Accelerated Processing) loans
LEAN Healthcare loans for residential care facilities
AZ-RI Consultants supports lenders, developers, and project teams by coordinating required studies, preparing HUD-compliant documentation, and assisting through HUD environmental clearance.
HUD Part 58 Environmental Reviews
HUD Part 58 Environmental Reviews are completed by Responsible Entities (REs) — typically local governments, housing authorities, or nonprofit organizations — for most HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD)–funded projects.
Common Part 58 Programs Include:
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG)
Community Project Funding (CPF / Earmarks)
Housing Trust Fund (HTF)
Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program
SHOP (Self-Help Homeownership Opportunity Program)
Continuum of Care (CoC)–related activities (environmental compliance support)
Under Part 58, AZ-RI Consultants assists Responsible Entities by:
Determining the appropriate level of review (CEST, EA, etc.)
Preparing Environmental Review Records (ERRs)
Supporting public notices and comment periods
Assisting with HUD clearance and release of funds
Our HUD Environmental Review Process
Our process is designed to reduce delays, address environmental issues early, and produce defensible, HUD-compliant Environmental Review Records.
- Project intake and funding review
- Determination of Part 50 or Part 58 pathway
- Environmental studies coordination (as needed)
- ERR documentation and compliance review
- Public notices and comment periods
- HUD submission and clearance support
Why Work With AZ-RI Consultants?
AZ-RI brings more than 30 years of environmental due diligence experience to HUD Environmental Reviews. We focus on practical judgment, defensible documentation, and helping projects move forward — not just checking boxes. Our team brings deep experience in environmental due diligence, HUD regulations, and risk-based decision-making — helping projects move forward without unnecessary remediation or delays.
Need a HUD Environmental Review?
Serving HUD-funded projects across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Virginia.
HUD Environmental Review FAQs
Q: What is the difference between HUD Part 50 and Part 58?
A: Part 50 applies when HUD serves as the Responsible Federal Official, while Part 58 applies when a Responsible Entity such as a local government or nonprofit assumes environmental review responsibilities for HUD-funded projects.leo.
Q: Who is considered a Responsible Entity (RE)?
A: Responsible Entities include local governments, housing authorities, and certain nonprofits that assume responsibility for completing HUD Environmental Reviews under Part 58.
Q: How long does a HUD Environmental Review take?
A: Timelines vary depending on project complexity, funding source, and environmental conditions, but early coordination and complete documentation can significantly reduce delays.
Q: Do all HUD-funded projects require an Environmental Review?
A: Yes. All HUD-funded or HUD-assisted projects require some level of environmental review, ranging from Exempt to Environmental Impact Statements, depending on the project.