Elma, NY · Erie County
Short Environmental Assessment Form
Project applicants or sponsors complete Part 1 of this environmental assessment form to provide information about a proposed action for agency review.
What this form is
The Short Environmental Assessment Form collects project and sponsor details and information about a proposed action’s location, land use, and potential environmental effects. The applicant or sponsor completes Part 1 for an application for approval or funding; the lead agency completes Parts 2 and 3. The form asks about topics including traffic, utilities, wetlands, historic resources, and potential environmental impacts.
Who needs it
An applicant or project sponsor seeking approval or funding for a proposed action completes Part 1; the lead agency completes the remaining assessment.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document does not require notarization; the applicant or sponsor affirms the information is true and accurate, then signs and dates the form.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Short Environmental Assessment Form PDF.
- 2
Complete Part 1
The applicant or sponsor completes all items in Part 1 using information currently available.
- 3
Gather Supporting Information
Attach a location map and any additional pages or information needed to supplement answers.
- 4
Submit The Form
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who completes the Short Environmental Assessment Form?
- The applicant or project sponsor completes Part 1. The lead agency completes Parts 2 and 3 of the assessment.
- What information does the form ask for?
- It asks about the project, its location, the applicant or sponsor, land use, utilities, natural and historic resources, and possible environmental impacts.
- Do I need a notary for the Short Environmental Assessment Form?
- No. The applicant or sponsor affirms the information is true and accurate, then signs and dates the form; no notarization is specified.
- How do I submit the Short Environmental Assessment Form?
- The form gives no submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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