Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) & Reviews

CORE Environmental Consultants prepares full-service Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and technical environmental reviews to support project permitting, funding, and public approvals. Our assessments evaluate potential effects on land, air, water, ecology, and community resources—meeting the requirements of federal, state, and city-level review programs, including NEPA, SEQR, and CEQR.

We help clients—from public agencies and institutions to private developers—move projects forward with defensible documentation, clear analysis, and strategic guidance through the environmental review process.

When Is an EIS or Environmental Review Required?

An Environmental Impact Statement or comparable review may be required when:

• A proposed project involves public funding, federal permits, or agency approvals
• A rezoning, land use action, or site plan review is expected to have significant environmental impacts
• Required by regulatory authorities under NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act), SEQR (State Environmental Quality Review Act), or CEQR (City Environmental Quality Review)
• The project affects natural resources, cultural sites, endangered species, or protected wetlands
• There is a need for public engagement or formal responses to community or stakeholder concerns

An EIS may be triggered by the scale, location, or nature of a development—and is often required before construction, funding, or occupancy permits can be issued.

CORE’s Environmental Review Services

We offer complete EIS preparation, supporting documentation, and agency coordination from pre-scoping to final determination.

1. Scoping and Regulatory Strategy

We begin with a regulatory pathway assessment to determine whether an EIS is required and what level of environmental review applies. We then assist in:

• Preparing draft project descriptions
• Identifying lead agencies and responsible stakeholders
• Defining study areas, alternatives, and potential impact categories
• Developing scoping documents and participating in public scoping meetings (if applicable)

This strategic planning step ensures that the project is reviewed efficiently and meets regulatory expectations.

2. Technical Studies and Impact Evaluation

CORE prepares all required impact assessments, including:

• Land use and zoning consistency
• Geology, soils, and topography
• Hydrology and water resources (surface and groundwater)
• Wetlands and floodplains
• Air quality and greenhouse gas emissions
• Noise and vibration
• Transportation and traffic
• Historic and archaeological resources
• Hazardous materials (including Phase I/II findings)
• Socioeconomic and environmental justice impacts
• Community facilities, public health, and visual resources

We collaborate with subconsultants (when required) and coordinate seamlessly with planning, engineering, and architectural teams.

3. Draft and Final EIS Preparation

Our environmental professionals prepare clear, well-structured EIS documents that include:

• Executive summary and project background
• Description of the proposed action and alternatives
• Affected environment analysis and anticipated impacts
• Mitigation measures and proposed commitments
• Appendices including field reports, figures, and technical data
• Responses to public and agency comments (Final EIS stage)

All documents meet formatting and submission requirements of the applicable regulatory body, including SEQRA EAFs, NEPA FONSI/RODs, and CEQR Forms.

4. Permitting and Regulatory Coordination

Throughout the process, CORE:

• Coordinates with lead and involved agencies
• Supports preparation of Findings Statements, FONSIs, or Determinations of Significance
• Prepares or reviews public notices and comment summaries
• Works with legal and project teams to address concerns from public outreach or environmental justice reviews

Our goal is to guide the project efficiently from initial scoping through final approval, ensuring that environmental issues are addressed, documented, and mitigated.

Why CORE?

✅ EIS and CEQR Experience
We have supported environmental reviews for infrastructure, institutional, residential, and mixed-use developments throughout New York State and NYC.

✅ Integrated Technical Team
CORE has in-house experts in hazardous materials, wetlands, air quality, and environmental planning—reducing reliance on multiple subcontractors.

✅ Clear, Defensible Documentation
We write with clarity and structure, ensuring EIS documents meet legal, public, and regulatory scrutiny.

✅ Agency and Stakeholder Support
We act as a liaison between our clients and agencies, helping navigate complex approval processes with professionalism and responsiveness.