CITY OF SHARON, PENNSYLVANIA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
FOR TIERED PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS
PUBLICATION DATE: October 22, 2026
GRANTEE NAME: City of Sharon, PA
GRANTEE ADDRESS: 155 West Connelly Boulevard, Sharon, PA 16146
TELEPHONE: (724) 983-3231
On or after November 9, 2026, the City of Sharon will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended (P.L.93-383), to undertake projects funded by the PY 2026 CDBG Program for the purpose of homeowner rehabilitation in the City of Sharon, PA.
Tier 1 Broad Review Project/Program Title: City of Sharon Housing Rehabilitation Program
Purpose: Funding will be used for housing rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing units to ensure safe, decent, and sanitary housing for income eligible low-and moderate-income (LMI) homeowners. Funding will also be used for program administration.
Location: Homeowners in the City of Sharon may apply for eligibility, based upon LMI status.
Project/Program Description: The City of Sharon Housing Rehabilitation programs include a Full Rehab Program, Minor Repair Program, Roof Repair Program, and Emergency Repair Program. These programs provide homeowners affordable loan and grant opportunities and assist with securing qualified contractors to complete home repairs.
Tier 2 site specific reviews will be completed for those laws and authorities not addressed in the Tier 1 broad review for each address under this program when addresses become known.
Level of Environmental Review Citation: Categorically Excluded per 24 CFR 58.35(a), and subject to laws and authorities at §58.5: 58.35(a)(3)(i).
Tier 2 Site Specific Review: The site-specific reviews will cover the following laws and authorities not addressed in the Tier 1 broad review: (1)Flood Insurance [Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 and National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 [42 USC 4001-4128 and 42 USC 5154a]] (2)Contamination and Toxic Substances [Environmental Policy [24 CFR 50.3(i) and 24 CFR 58.5(i)]] (3)Floodplain Management [Executive Order 11988, particularly section 2(a); 24 CFR Part 55] (4)Historic Preservation [National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, particularly sections 106 & 110; 36 CFR Part 800] (5)Noise Abatement and Control [Noise Control Act of 1972, as amended by the Quiet Communities Act of 1978; 24 CFR Part 51 Subpart B].
Mitigation Measures/Conditions/Permits (if any): Flood Insurance and Floodplain Management will be made on a case-by-case basis using the 8-Step Decision-Making Process (https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/3190/floodplain-management-8-step-decision-making-process/); Contamination and Toxic Substances will be made on a case-by-case basis using an applicable method to document radon consideration and a mitigation plan will be implemented if applicable; Historic Preservation will be considered by consulting the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) if projects exceed the “No Effects” list; Noise mitigation measures will be encouraged as part of the rehabilitation of these homes, but final discretion will depend on the property owner.
Estimated Project Cost: HUD funding and the total estimated Program Year 2026 cost for the project is $200,514.
The activity/activities proposed are categorically excluded under HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements per 24 CFR 58.35(a)(3)(i). An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at Community Development Department, 155 West Connelly Blvd. Sharon, PA 16146 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:30 A.M to 4:30 P.M. or the digital record may be accessed via HEROS at
(Housing Rehabilitation ER ID 900000010560584) CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2026 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD DRAFT: 2026 Environmental Review Record Draft
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to City of Sharon Community Development Department, 155 West Connelly Boulevard, Sharon, PA 16146. All comments received by November 6, 2026 will be considered by the City of Sharon prior to authorizing submittal of a request for release of funds. Commenters should specify which part of this Notice they are addressing.
Environmental Certification
The City of Sharon certifies to HUD that Mr. Robert Fiscus, in his capacity as City Manager, 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 these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the City of Sharon to use CDBG funds.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Sharon’s certification received by November 24, 2026, or a period of fifteen (15) days from its receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following basis: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Sharon; (b) the City of Sharon has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations are 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the City of Sharon or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Section 58.76), and shall be addressed to the Pittsburgh HUD Office at PGHCPDObjections@hud.gov. Objectors can also contact Pittsburgh HUD office at (412)644-5846. Potential objectors should contact the Pittsburgh HUD office via email or phone to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Mr. Robert Fiscus, City Manager
City of Sharon
155 Connelly Boulevard
Sharon, PA 16146
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