The Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) wants public input on the actions it takes and the decisions it makes. We post notices here to ask for public input. If no announcements are posted, it means that there are no opportunities open for public input.
Announcements
FONSI for Gaudenzia Cathedral Park Homes
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
Date of Notice: July 10, 2026
City of Philadelphia
Division of Housing and Community Development
1234 Market Street, 17th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-686-9760
These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Philadelphia.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about July 28, 2026, the City of Philadelphia will authorize the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) to submit to HUD a request for release of funds under Section 9 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, as amended, to undertake the following project:
Project Title: Gaudenzia Cathedral Park Homes
Purpose: Gaudenzia Foundation, Inc. is developing (40) units of affordable rental housing within a 3-story multi-family building and 5 duplexes totaling 53,000 SF in Philadelphia’s Cathedral Park neighborhood. All the buildings will be certified under the Enterprise Green Communities 2020 and DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes programs.
Location: 4991 1/2, 4991, 4989 1/2, 4989, 4987, 4985, 4983, 4981, 4979, 4973, 4971, 4969, 4967, 4957, 4955, 4953, 4951, 4949, 4947 W. Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA.
Estimated Cost: The total development cost is $25,069,310.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The City of Philadelphia has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment.
POSTING INFORMATION
This Notice will be posted online at the following website: www.phila.gov/dhcd/legal-notices
Download the full legal notice
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to DHCD. All comments received by July 27, 2026, will be considered by the DHCD prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION
The City of Philadelphia certifies to HUD that Jessie Lawrence, in his capacity as the Director of the Department of Planning & Development/Division of Housing & Community Development, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City’s certification for a period of 15 days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later).
FONSI for Bernice Arms
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
Date of Notice: July 10, 2026
City of Philadelphia
Division of Housing and Community Development
1234 Market Street, 17th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-686-9760
These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by Philadelphia Housing Authority.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about July 28, 2026, the City of Philadelphia will authorize the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) to submit to HUD a request for release of funds under Section 9 funds under the United States Housing Act of 1937, as amended, to undertake the following project:
Project Title: Bernice Arms
Purpose: Philadelphia Housing Authority (“PHA”) is submitting this request for environmental review and clearance in connection to the acquisition of Bernice Arms, and to issue Project Based Vouchers (“PBV’s”) for a total of 46 units (45 one bedroom, and one two bedroom unit).
Location: 6000 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143
Estimated Cost: Total development cost is $19,850,400.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The City of Philadelphia 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.
POSTING INFORMATION
This Notice is posted online at the following website www.phila.gov/dhcd/legal-notices.
Download the legal notice.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Philadelphia.
ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION
The City of Philadelphia certifies to HUD that Jessie Lawrence, in his capacity as Director of the Philadelphia Department of Planning and Development, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City’s certification for a period of 15 days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later).
FONSI for Carousel House
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
Date of Notice: July 10, 2026
City of Philadelphia
Division of Housing and Community Development
1234 Market Street, 17th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-686-9760
These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Philadelphia.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about July 28, 2026, the City of Philadelphia will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of a HUD FY2024 Community Planning and Development (CPF) award to undertake the following project:
Project Title: Carousel House
Purpose: Partial demolition and rehabilitation of the existing 22,000 square feet recreation building and construction of two new recreation buildings (32,000 square feet, combined), as well as significant site work. In addition to the recreation building, Rebuild will do significant renovation to the outdoor facilities at Carousel House, including expanding the parking lot, creating a new driveway to the building’s main entrance, and building a fully inclusive playground and community garden.
Location: 4300 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA 19131; in the West Fairmount Park area
Estimated Cost: Estimated development cost $50,000,000, includes Community Project Funding grant of $1,000,000.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The City of Philadelphia has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. The ERR will be made available to the public for review either electronically or by U.S. mail.
POSTING INFORMATION
The full legal notice is posted online at the following website: www.phila.gov/dhcd/legal-notices
Download the legal notice.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to DHCD. All comments received by July 27, 2026 will be considered by the DHCD prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.
ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION
The City certifies to HUD that Jessie Lawrence in his capacity as Director of Planning and Development 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.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of fund and the City’s certification for a period of fifteen (15) days following the anticipated submission date Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD’s Philadelphia Office of Community Planning and Development at CPDRROFPHI@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) Quarterly Reports
The City of Philadelphia received the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program 1 (NSP 1) grant in 2008, and Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 (NSP 2) grant in 2009. All Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs) submitted for both NSP 1 and NSP 2 during their respective grant periods are posted on the DHCD website. These reports are for archival purposes only. Please note that the following QPRs are not available for both the NSP 1 and NSP 2 grants and were therefore purposely omitted from the list: June 2017, September 2017, and December 2017.
Link to reports: https://www.phila.gov/documents/neighborhood-stabilization-program-nsp-quarterly-reports/
Notice types and posting requirements
We receive federal funding for local housing and community development programs. To use this federal funding, there are certain public notice requirements we need to meet. We post notices asking for public feedback at hearings or through written comments. Notices are posted publicly for 30 days.
Notices about the planning and budgeting process
Every year, we share the following information about housing and community development funding and programs:
- Annual Action Plan: A plan describing all housing and community development programs, including funding amounts and goals. The plan describes how these programs comply with federal regulations.
- Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER): A report showing program accomplishments during the previous fiscal year.
- Consolidated Plan: A longer plan including a needs assessment, market analysis, and strategic plan. This plan is published every five years.
We also collect public feedback about these planning processes. To ask for feedback, we post public notices about:
- How to participate in public hearings. This is where we learn about community needs and get feedback about how programs are working.
- How to submit comments on draft plans and reports and on proposed changes to older plans.
Environmental Review notices
An Environmental Review investigates a project and its potential environmental impacts to make sure that the project:
- Will meet federal, state, and local environmental standards.
- Won’t have a negative impact on the environment.
- Won’t have negative environmental or health effects on those who will use the property site.
The Environmental Review process is required for all projects supported by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). We post public notices about the Environmental Review for certain projects, including:
- Notices of intent to request release of funds.
- Notices of finding of no significant impact.
While every project’s environmental impact must be reviewed, the extent of the review varies. However, every project must comply with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related laws.