SUPPLEMENTAL DRAFT GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT DRAFT SCOPE. City of New Rochelle, New York

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1 SUPPLEMENTAL DRAFT GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT DRAFT SCOPE 1.0 INTRODUCTION ADOPTION OF WATERFRONT OVERLAY DISTRICT (DO-7) FORM-BASED ZONING CODE AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS City of New Rochelle, New York The proposed Supplemental Draft Generic Environmental Impact Statement ( Supplemental DGEIS ), including all essential calculations, analyses, tables, maps, figures, appendices and written materials will assist the lead agency (i.e., the City Council of the City of New Rochelle) in complying with the State Environmental Quality Review Act ( SEQRA ), assessing potential environmental impacts, identifying appropriate mitigation strategies, and ultimately rendering a Determination of Significance under SEQRA in connection with proposed amendments to the City of New Rochelle Zoning Code (Chapter 331) and the Official Zoning Map of the City of New Rochelle by adding a new Waterfront Overlay Zone (Downtown Overlay 7 or DO-7 Zone ) in accordance with the terms and boundaries set forth in the draft Ordinance (the Proposed Action ). The Supplemental DGEIS will focus on environmental issues of concern, provide the information necessary to assist the City in fulfilling SEQRA s hard look mandate, and ensure that the document fully conforms to the standards and specifications of 6NYCRR Part 617, Sections , Generic Environmental Impact Statements and 617.9, Preparation and Content of Environmental Impact Statements. The proposed Supplemental DGEIS will be evaluated for consistency with this scope of work, as well as evaluated against the standards and specifications set forth in the December 2015 City of New Rochelle Downtown Overlay Zone ( DOZ ) and Zoning Map Amendments Findings Statement as required by SEQRA Section (d)(1-4). Relevant aspects specific to the Proposed Action that were not previously considered or adequately considered by the previous GEIS and Findings Statement for the Downtown Overlay Zones, will be thoroughly evaluated. Based on a review of the content, analyses, and requirements of the previous GEIS and Findings Statement, and the scale and nature of the Proposed Action, the following scope of work has been identified: 2.0 DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION OF THE PROPOSED ACTION 2.1 Description of Action The proposed action involves the adoption of a new Waterfront Overlay District ( DO-7 Zone ) consisting of 12 tax lots totaling +/ acres along the City s Echo Bay/Long Island Sound shoreline. Future development and redevelopment within the proposed DO-7 District will be guided by a new Form- Based zoning ordinance for the district consisting of new and improved bulk and dimensional standards, more appropriate land uses for the waterfront and possible density bonuses in exchange for certain amenities that will enhance the district. The environmental review for this action is based on a Theoretical Development Scenario ( TDS ) which was originally adopted in September 2016 and subsequently revised and adopted in December of The TDS for this review includes a mix of market driven land uses such as waterfront multifamily residential development (890 units), a hotel (200 rooms), retail and restaurant space (120,000± SF), mixed medical and non-medical offices (50,000± SF), and recreation, entertainment, cultural, and other types of commercial uses (23,000± SF) associated with adaptive reuse of the existing Armory Building. The purpose of the new zone is to redevelop and revitalize the waterfront in accordance with a carefully designed thoroughly-vetted master development plan that will create a more successful, vibrant and

2 sustainable waterfront district. Benefits include but are not limited to encouraging the above-described mix of more appropriate uses along the waterfront; stepping buildings down to four stories along the Echo Bay shoreline to create a desired form and pattern of development; maximizing access and creating views along the bay; creating a continuous public walkway and park along the water s edge; incentivizing adaptive reuse of the historic Armory Building; and enhancing community character and establishing a unique and desirable sense-of-place. The proposed action is intended to build off of the previous Downtown Overlay Zone ( DOZ ) adopted by the City in Location The proposed Waterfront Overlay District (DO-7) is located on the southeast side of Main Street, northeast side of Echo Avenue, southwest side of LeFevre Lane, northwest side of Echo Bay, in the City of New Rochelle, Westchester County, New York. The proposed zoning overlay district currently falls within three different City zoning districts, including its Planned Waterfront Development 3 zone ( PWD-3 ), Planned Waterfront Development 5 zone ( PWD-5 ), and General Commercial Modified ( C-1M ) zone. The area to be rezoned consists of 12 contiguous tax lots identified as Westchester County Tax Map Numbers: Involved and Interested Agencies and Required Permits, Approvals and Reviews The following is a summary of the identified involved and interested reviewing agencies, as defined by SEQRA, and the permits, approvals and reviews required. Coordination with these agencies by the City with respect to the scope and content of the DGEIS is required and the draft scope will be revised accordingly, to reflect the comments and recommendations of these agencies and fulfill their informational needs. INVOLVED AGENCIES AND REQUIRED PERMITS, APPROVALS AND REVIEWS Current Zoning Actions and Future Site-Specific Development Actions Applicable Board/Agency City of New Rochelle City Council City of New Rochelle Planning Board City of New Rochelle, Corporate Counsel Westchester County Planning Board City of New Rochelle Planning Board Current Zoning Action Future Site-Specific Actions City of New Rochelle Historical and Landmark Review Board Permit/Approval/Review Type Adoption of Downtown Overlay Zone, Amendment of Official Zoning Map Advisory zoning referral report Advisory zoning referral report General Municipal Law Section 239-m review Site Plan review Issuance of Certificate(s) of Appropriateness Page 2 of 11

3 Applicable Board/Agency City of New Rochelle Professional Architectural Review Committee City of New Rochelle Department of Public Works and Bureau of Buildings Westchester County Department of Health New York State Department of Transportation Westchester County Planning Board Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities Suez United Water New Rochelle New York State Department of Environmental Conservation New York State Department of State New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation United States Army Corps of Engineers Permit/Approval/Review Type Urban design and architectural Review Sewer access approvals SWPPP reviews Building permits Demolition permits Tree removal permits Floodplain development permits Water supply extension/connection approval Sewer extension/connection approval Review/referral (US Route 1/Main Street is owned and maintained by the City but NYSDOT owns certain intersections including Main Street & Echo Avenue) General Municipal Law Section 239-m review Water and sewer line relocations/extensions Letter of intent of service Wetlands Permits and General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity (GP ); Coastal Consistency/Waterfront Review Historic and cultural resources reviews Referral, Wetlands Permits 3.0 SCOPE AND FORMAT OF WORK The proposed scope and format of the Supplemental DGEIS is as follows: 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.1 Proposed Action (Brief description of the Proposed Action including proposed modifications to the City s Official Zoning Map and adoption of Waterfront Overlay District (DO-7) zoning standards and specifications; discuss the parameters of the action and anticipated buildout for the DO-7, indicate how the action relates to future development and redevelopment actions and buildout under the proposed zoning and how the proposed DO-7 zoning relates to, builds off of and transitions from the recently created DO zones.) 1.2 Study Area (Brief description of the study area including proposed DO-7 boundaries, general conditions within and adjacent to the DO-7; identify nearby surface waters and wetlands, and a provide a brief discussion of how conditions affect and relate to the Proposed Action; discuss location of proposed DO-7 relative to area streets, major Page 3 of 11

4 intersections, the bay, and other landmarks or significant features; indicate the zoning district and special taxing community services districts the proposed DO-7 is located in.) 1.3 City and Pratt Landing Partners LLC ( DO-7 Master Developer ) Objectives (List/provide a brief discussion of the City and master developer s vision and objectives.) 1.4 Public Need and Benefits (Discussion of the public need and benefits of the Proposed Action. Discuss Community Benefits and Community Benefit Bonuses anticipated). 1.5 Summary of Impacts and Proposed Mitigation (Brief summary of the potential adverse impacts of the Proposed Action including individual and cumulative impacts of the Proposed Action with other nearby development including the TDS used to assess the recently approved DOZ; provide brief summaries of the identified impact avoidance and mitigation techniques and strategies to be used as part of the Proposed Action, as well as applicable approaches identified by the environmental review; discuss any deviations from the previous Supplemental GEIS and the December 2015 DOZ Findings Statement.) 1.6 Alternatives (Provide a list and brief description of the alternative actions considered inlieu of the Proposed Action, including SEQRA s requisite No-Action Alternative and a Buildout under Existing Zoning Alternative. ) 1.7 Required Permits, Approvals and Reviews (List of permits, approvals, and reviews required to implement the Proposed Action and the agencies that are responsible.) 1.8 Public Outreach and Community Participation (Discussion of any community participation and public outreach that was conducted prior to the Supplemental DGEIS; discuss SEQRA process and any future public outreach that is required.) 2.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ACTION 2.1 Introduction (Describe the overall purpose of the Supplemental DGEIS, the need to evaluate the Proposed Action for consistency with the previous DOZ Findings Statement, and the anticipated SEQRA process based on the procedural requirements of 6NYCRR Part 617. Discuss how future actions (i.e., development within the DO-7 zoning district) must be evaluated for consistency with the amended Findings Statement, and if found to be consistent, may be covered by the proposed Supplemental GEIS, or alternatively, may require additional SEQRA review in compliance with applicable SEQRA procedures.) 2.2 Study Area Location and Description (Describe and map the location of Study Area (i.e., the proposed DO-7 zoning district) in terms of City section, streets and intersections, and adjacent/nearby landmarks, and special taxing and public services districts; provide a brief description of the existing Study Area in terms of its general character, land use pattern and overall environmental conditions and/or significant features, indicate its geographic relationship to the existing DOZ.) 2.3 Project Background, Public Need and Objectives, Project Sponsor Objectives, and Benefits (Provide a brief history of the evolution of the Proposed Action. Relate the Proposed Action to City and/or other applicable governmental goals; discuss DOZ process and subsequent changes to TDS; describe previous Echo Bay GEIS, its purpose, process and evolution; discuss the residential and business community s need for the Proposed Action. Discuss the City/developer/applicant s goals in pursuing the Proposed Action; and provide a list of benefits to accrue to the City/community from the Proposed Action, as well as any anticipated Community Benefit Bonuses that may be planned.) 2.4 Description of the Proposed Action (Provide a detailed description of the Proposed Action; use tables, figures, graphics, calculations, projections etc. as appropriate to fully quantify and depict the maximum amounts, type(s) of development that can be expected if the proposed zoning amendments are adopted, and development thresholds not to be exceeded in the aggregate in DO-7.) Page 4 of 11

5 2.5 Reasonable Theoretical Build-Out Scenario (Explain the relationship of the conceptual development scenario as reflected by the proposed zoning standards for the Proposed Action; provide tables, figures, etc. as appropriate to quantify and describe this scenario.) 2.6 Required Permits, Approvals and Reviews (Provide brief discussion of SEQRA process and review stages required for the Proposed Action; list all required permits, reviews and approvals. Describe future SEQRA-related actions/reviews necessary after adoption of the Proposed Action. Indicate the degree to which future actions will be covered by the Supplemental GEIS and its Findings Statement and under which general circumstances additional SEQRA review maybe required for future site specific actions.) 2.7 Public Outreach and Community Participation (Discuss any community participation and public outreach that was conducted prior to the Supplemental DGEIS; discuss SEQRA process and any future public outreach that is proposed and/or required.) 3.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS, IMPACTS AND MITIGATION 3.1 Land Use, Zoning and Plans Existing Conditions Land Use (Provide a description of on-site land uses and land uses in the surrounding area based on category of use, development patterns, general building height, scale and overall density; note any existing trends in this pattern, as provided by the City, responsible entities, and/or previous plans and studies; describe existing zoning and zoning patterns within and adjacent to the Study Area; Utilize maps, tables, and air and ground photos as appropriate in support.) Zoning (Provide a description of the pattern of zoning in the Study Area; note general districts/uses permitted and describe existing overlay districts. Utilize maps, tables, etc. as appropriate in support.) Plans (Provide brief descriptions of the relevant land use plans and/or studies for the area including the City s Comprehensive Plan and the 2016 locally adopted Local Waterfront Revitalization Program ( LWRP ), along with the applicable recommendations of each; Utilize any appropriate maps, tables, etc., if applicable, in support of this information.) Impacts (Conduct a land use, zoning and plan consistency impact analysis of the Proposed Action (i.e., the zoning map and code amendments and the conceptual buildout scenario.) Land Use (Describe changes in pattern, scale and density; discuss general compatibility and conflicts of permissible uses; utilize figures, tables, etc. as appropriate.) Zoning (Analyze proposed zoning modifications relative to existing zoning and environmental conditions; describe proposed changes to the various zoning requirements and significant potential impacts based on zoning overlay modifications with respect to uses, height, setbacks, coverage, etc. Utilize figures, tables, etc. as appropriate.) Plans (Describe consistency of Proposed Action to applicable recommendations of land use plans including the New Rochelle Comprehensive Plan and Westchester County 2025 plan. Consistency with the City s LWRP will also be assessed in this section and/or in the Water Resources section as appropriate.) Mitigation (including any recommendations to ensure consistency with Plans.) 3.2 Community Character Page 5 of 11

6 3.2.1 Existing Conditions Visual Character (Using photographs, maps, aerial photographs, provide site lines and cross sectional renderings or photosimulations from Sutton Manor, East Main Street, Lispenard Avenue at East Main Street, Stephenson Boulevard at East Main Street, and Five Islands Park; describe the visual character of the area, including but not limited to its overall setting, existing structures and the built environment, development density, sightlines/vistas, and vegetation/ landscaping.) Noise (Describe the existing noise environment, discuss sources and patterns of noise generators and existence of sensitive noise receptors in the Study Area.) Cultural Resources (Using Federal and State Register lists, City and other appropriate sources, list and describe the cultural resources of the Study Area including historic and archaeological resources and sensitivity; include maps and photographs as appropriate; identify historic and cultural resources within the Study Area, review New York State Cultural Resource Information System (CRIS) database and send correspondence to/coordinate with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation s (OPRHP s) State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) requesting information regarding listed and/or eligible State/National Register of Historic Places resources that may be affected; review New Rochelle Naval Armory Phase IA and IB Survey reports and identify and discuss the historical status of the Armory and site; research available information regarding nearby eligible homes in Farragut Circle development.) Shadows (Conduct initial Step 1 shadow screening analysis to determine if sun sensitive resources are within the shadow range of future buildings.) Impacts (Conduct a community character impact analysis of the Proposed Action and Development Scenario.) Visual Character (Describe potential adverse and beneficial impacts on the visual character of the Study Area; use renderings, simulations, building elevations or illustrations provided by the client to assess changes in visual character.) Noise (Describe the noise environment, discuss urban setting and the need for sound attenuation for future building construction and building operation; discuss potential noise impacts from the adjacent WWTP.) Historic/Archaeological Resources (Describe potential impacts on the cultural resources of the Study Area; identify buildings listed on the State and/or National Register and any potential precautions or special circumstances related to these buildings; determine potential sensitivity with respect to cultural resources; discuss any proposals for adaptive reuse of eligible or historic structures; identify any concerns and recommendations that SHPO may have and if an Adverse Effect is determined pursuant to Section 106 (National Historic Preservation Act), prepare an Alternative Analysis; evaluate any potential impacts based on SHPO input, standards and requirements.) Shadows (Based on the New York City CEQR Technical Manual guidance for shadow assessment, prepare a model of existing conditions determine future shadow assessment area based on sun sensitive Page 6 of 11

7 resources. Describe need for future incremental shadow analysis for projects within potential impact distance of sun sensitive resources.) Mitigation 3.3 Community Services and Utilities Existing Conditions (Identify available community services, facilities, service providers, utilities and special taxing districts in the area; summarize input including responses from community service providers regarding existing capacity, services, facilities and/or special equipment of provider to service the proposed project; summarize community service outreach and meetings; provide information on the current status of the following public/community services that serve the Study Area: Public Schools Police Protection Fire/Rescue/Ambulance protection Water Supply Wastewater and Stormwater Management Solid Waste Management Open Space and Recreational Facilities Electric and Natural Gas Utilities Current Tax Revenue Stream and Distribution [see separate Task below] Potential Impacts (Discuss potential for individual and cumulative impacts from the DOZ on the various community services based on input received, qualitative assessment of demand for services and expected tax revenue; potential impact to services districts and the school district will be described based on input received, and fiscal/economic impact report.) Public Schools Police Protection Fire/Rescue/Ambulance protection Water Supply Wastewater and Stormwater Management Solid Waste Management Open Space and Recreational Facilities Electric and Natural Gas Utilities Current Tax Revenue Stream and Distribution [see separate Task below] Mitigation (Include a discussion of any required contributions to a Fair Share Mitigation Fund.) 3.4 Transportation Resources (Traffic Impact Study to be prepared by a traffic engineer as a separate report, appended to the Supplemental DGEIS, and summarized in the body of the Supplemental DGEIS as follows:) Existing Conditions (Existing conditions will be described based on the August 2015 New Rochelle Microsimulation Study, November 2015 City of New Rochelle Overlay Zone & Zoning Map Amendments GEIS, field visits, and the proposed Traffic Impact Study [TIS] for the current action) the existing roads in the Study Area will be described; turning movements will be assessed at the following 29 intersections in the area: Huguenot Street & Centre Avenue Huguenot Street & Division Street Huguenot Street & Memorial Highway Huguenot Street & Lawton Street Huguenot Street & North Avenue Huguenot Street & Lecount Place Page 7 of 11

8 Huguenot Street & Harrison Street Huguenot Street & Cedar Street Huguenot Street & River Street Huguenot Street & Jackson Street Huguenot Street & Pratt Street West Junction of Main Street & Huguenot Street Main Street & Maple Avenue Main Street & Centre Avenue Main Street & Division Street Main Street & Memorial Highway Main Street & Lawton Street Main Street & North Avenue Main Street & Lecount Place Main Street & Franklin Avenue Main Street & Harrison Street Main Street & Echo Avenue East Junction of Main Street and Huguenot Street Main Street & Stephenson Boulevard Main Street & LeFevre Lane Main Street & Stonelea Place Main Street & Cherry Avenue Main Street & Premium Point/Sunhaven Drive River Street and Radisson Plaza Automatic Traffic Recorder (ATR) counts will be collected at three separate locations over the course of a week (Huguenot Street between Pratt Street & River Street, Main Street between Echo Avenue & Pratt Street, Main Street between Stephenson Boulevard and Stonelea Place); current Levels of Service [LOSs] will be determined for the above listed intersections and any existing traffic flow problems will be described; existing pedestrian, transit and parking conditions will also be qualitatively described; the most recent three years of traffic accident data will be obtained and summarized in tabular form to determine general vehicular safety conditions in the Study Area; conduct a parking conditions analysis extending within one-quarter mile of the DO-7, describe existing parking requirements within the Study Area, present use of shared parking and on-street parking availability based on available information from developer or the City; Impacts (Analyses will be based on 2016/2017 TDS Updates; A No Build Condition will be determined based on the area s background growth rate; existing traffic volumes, which reflect one-way travel patterns in the downtown, will be reassigned for the No Build Conditions so that Main Street and Huguenot Street reflect two-way operations; the TIS will be summarized to describe the anticipated number of peak-hour vehicle trips that will be generated based on ITE trip generation estimates for the proposed land uses and will be adjusted based on anticipated local transit use; the Build Condition will be estimated and potential impacts during peak travel times will be discussed; a qualitative discussion of potential pedestrian and transit impacts under Build Conditions will also be provided; public transit impacts including Metro North, Bee Line and Mobile NR Mitigation 3.5 Parking Page 8 of 11

9 3.5.1 Existing Conditions (Describe existing parking requirements, present use of shared parking and on-street parking availability based on information provided by Twining or and/or the City.) Impacts (Describe the proposed changes in parking requirements and substantiate the proposed parking requirements/ratios through summarizing the findings of parking assessment report; an analysis of parking impacts within one-quarter mile of the DO-7 and public transit impacts including the Metro North, Bee Line and Mobile NR Mitigation 3.6 Water Resources Existing Conditions (Using narrative, mapping, tables and quantitative methods where possible; identify groundwater and water/sewer supply conditions including: groundwater elevation, depth and direction of flow, water supply systems, flood zones, flood protection features, any known drainage issues and nearest surface waterbodies and/or wetlands; provide a description of Echo Bay, associated tidal activity and existing shoreline conditions; identify and describe the FEMA 100-year floodplain.) Impacts (Using quantitative and qualitative methods, discuss potential for impact to groundwater resources and characteristics; discuss method of sanitary wastewater handling, treatment and disposal; discuss general consistency with applicable groundwater regulations; discuss drainage; discuss stormwater management practices based on New York State Pollution Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) and requirements for a State Water Pollution Prevention Plan ( SWPPP ); examine compliance with New York State Stormwater Management Plan; discuss erosion and sedimentation controls, etc.; City Coastal Erosion Hazard Area regulations; the City s LWRP, and the Long Island Coastal Management Program; consider best management practices, flood concerns (if any), and potential impacts.) Mitigation 3.7 Ecological Resources Existing Conditions (Describe/list and map vegetative species; describe/list wildlife seen or known to be or likely to exist in the proposed DO-7, including any wetlands and along the shoreline; describe the habitat of the area and quality and quantity of each including the presence or absence of nearby Significant Coastal Fish & Wildlife Habitat; contact NY Natural Heritage Program for site file information; identify any rare species or ecological communities that exist in the area. Any reported presence of rare, endangered, threatened or special concern species on and adjacent to the property will be evaluated.) Impacts (Discuss changes in ecology which may occur as a result of clearing and site development and redevelopment and assess impacts associated with these changes; discuss changes in wildlife use/occupancy of the area and changes to vegetation patterns, habitats, and on-site vegetation communities. This Section will also discuss the impacts of the potential displacement of wildlife from the subject property to off-site areas.) Mitigation 3.8 Geology, Soils and Topography Existing Conditions (The area affected by the proposed Zoning Amendments involves a portion of the New Rochelle waterfront; identify soils in the area as per the Westchester County Soil Survey, the general properties and characteristics of the soils if such information is available, and any significant potential development Page 9 of 11

10 constraints that cannot be satisfactorily addressed through proper engineering or other mitigation methods; describe subsoils based on available information; describe topographic elevations, slopes and conditions; review NYSDEC databases to determine whether contamination from hazardous environmental conditions may be present.) Impacts (Discuss potential impacts due to soil constraints; discuss any possible significant changes in site grading due to building construction; describe dust and erosion control measures incorporated into the study area; discuss potential surface and subsoil constraints, if any, and any possible future permitting processes that may need to be undertaken during construction; identify any known hazardous environmental conditions based on a NYSDEC database review and assess whether additional investigation(s) such as Phase I or Phase II Environmental Site Assessments may be necessary.) Mitigation 4.0 OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 4.1 Unavoidable Adverse Environmental Impacts (Provide a list and brief descriptions of those adverse impacts described and discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the document that cannot be avoided.) 4.2 Irreversible and Irretrievable Commitment of Resources (Identify those natural and human resources to be substantially consumed, converted or made unavailable for future use as a result of the Proposed Action.) 4.3 Growth-Inducing, Secondary and Cumulative Impacts (Growth-inducing aspects of actions include their direct and indirect effects that lead to or may promote additional/secondary/spin-off development in the area. The nature of such anticipated growth as related to the Proposed Action will be described, and the impacts of significant potential growth will be assessed. Cumulative impacts are the potential impacts of a Proposed Action taken in conjunction with those of other active or anticipated nearby development projects or the overall combined effect of numerous potential impacts. Since the Supplemental DGEIS will look at the future buildout of the proposed DO-7 under proposed zoning, many cumulative and growth inducing impacts are already inherent in the analysis; however if significant projects are proposed or pending approval on land abutting the boundaries of the Study Area, or significant growth is spurred outside the Study Area, these projects and other spin-off impacts will be considered. A summary of cumulative impacts associated with the proposed action and the previous DOZ will be provided.) 4.4 Energy Use and Conservation and Greenhouse Gas Emissions (Provide a discussion of those aspects of the Proposed Action that would contribute to an increase in energy use, as well as potential options for energy conservation.) Energy Use and Conservation Greenhouse Gas Emissions 4.5 Construction-Related Impacts (Describe anticipated short-term demolition and construction-related impacts, construction vehicle routes into, within and out of the Study Area; construction management and control plans,, and/or site remedial activities that are necessary; general construction scheduling and overall timeframe of potential development; and identify general construction-related impacts.) Existing Conditions Construction-Related Access and Traffic Impacts Mitigation Page 10 of 11

11 5.0 ALTERNATIVES 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Alternative 1: No Action (Evaluate the scenario where the status of existing land use remains unchanged and growth under current zoning is projected to the 10 year build out.) 5.3 Alternative 2: Buildout Under Existing Zoning 6.0 FUTURE ACTIONS (Describe future actions necessary for environmental review necessary for site specific development should a parcel apply for development under the overlay zones.) 7.0 REFERENCES (Provide listing of the various documents and information sources utilized in the preparation of the Generic DEIS.) 4.0 EXTENT AND QUALITY OF INFORMATION NEEDED The DGEIS will be prepared in conformance with the lead agency-approved Final Scope of work and the standards and specifications outlined in SEQRA Section 617.9, Preparation and Content of Environmental Impact Statements. The DGEIS is intended to provide important and relevant qualitative and quantitative information and analyses to assist the lead agency (The City of New Rochelle City Council) and other involved agencies in the SEQRA decision-making process including the ultimate preparation of SEQRA Findings and the issuance of decisions on necessary permits and approvals. The DGEIS will be concise but thorough, analytical and not encyclopedic, well documented, accurate, and consistent with the requisite standards and specifications of SEQRA. Separate supplemental studies for traffic, fiscal and economic analyses, review and any other aspects of the DGEIS, will be prepared by qualified specialists and will be appended and referenced accordingly. Technical information may be summarized in the body of the document and supplemental support materials will be attached in a separate appendix. Information sources for the DGEIS include, but are not limited to the following: Soil Survey of Westchester, NY; Natural Resources Conservation Service website and database; Preliminary Geotechnical Assessment Proposed Echo Bay Waterfront Redevelopment New Rochelle, New York (Haley & Aldrich, 2010); LIDAR and USGS topographic maps; City of New Rochelle Official Zoning Map; City of New Rochelle Code; GIS generated maps; proposed DO-& Form-Based Zoning Standards; conceptual plans; SEQRA Environmental Assessment Forms Parts 1, 2 and 3/Determination of Significance and the City s adopted SEQRA Positive Declaration for this project; NYSDEC s Environmental Mapper and Spills and Site Remediation databases; NYSDOS OPD Geographic Gateway database; adopted Town comprehensive; Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Plan; GEIS for City of New Rochelle Downtown Overlay Zone and Zoning Map Amendments and Adopted Findings Statement; Developers Guide to the City of New Rochelle s Downtown Overlay Zone (DOZ); Long Island Sound Comprehensive Management Plan; FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps; City Coastal Hazard Area Regulations; previous Phase IA, IB or other Environmental Site Assessment Reports for land within the district; NYS Significant Coastal Fish & Wildlife Habitats reports; NYSDEC Ecological Communities publication (Edinger et al., 2013); Breeding Bird Survey; NYSOPRHP Cultural Resources Information System (CRIS) database and New Rochelle Naval Armory Phase IA and IB Survey reports if available; Institute of Transportation Engineers ( ITE ) publication entitled Trip Generation, 9 th Edition; traffic counts; Highway Capacity Manual; NYSDOT accident data; various available published fiscal and economic data; US Census data; Rutgers demographic multipliers; input from consultations with involved agencies and City service providers; site and area inspections; and other sources as needed. Page 11 of 11