Notice of Complete Application

Applicant:

NYS OFFICE OF PARKS REC & HISTORIC PRESERVATION
625 BROADWAY
ALBANY, NY 12207

Facility:

NYS OPRHP-BAYS WATER PARK
1479 POINT BREEZE PL - MOTT BASIN, Access on north side of Pt Breeze Pl, ~250 ft from intersection of Pt Breeze Pl and Mott Ave. Project site accessed via trail at park entrance or gravel road at end of Mott Ave.
FAR ROCKAWAY, NY 11691

Application ID:

2-6308-01043/00008

Permit(s) Applied for:

Article 15 Title 5 Excavation & Fill in Navigable Waters | Article 25 Tidal Wetlands | Section 401 - Clean Water Act Water Quality Certification

Project is Located:

QUEENS, QUEENS COUNTY

Project Description:

Applicant proposes to restore tidal wetland, including approx. 4 ac native plantings along shoreline, installing breakwaters, bulkhead removal, invasive species control, and add fishing pier, boardwalk, asphalt path, and approx. 5 ac upland plantings. The proposed project is located at Bayswater Point State Park, 1479 Point Breeze Pl, Queens, 11691.

Availability of Application Documents:

Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.

State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination:

Project is a Type I action and will not have a significant effect on the environment. A coordinated review with other agencies was performed and a Negative Declaration is on file.

SEQR Lead Agency: NYS Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation

State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination:

A cultural resources survey has been completed and cultural resources were identified. Based on information provided in the survey report, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) has determined that the proposed activity will have no adverse impact on registered or eligible archaeological sites or historic structures. No further review in accordance with SHPA is required.

Coastal Management:

This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.

DEC Commissioner Policy 29, Environmental Justice and Permitting (CP-29)

It has been determined that the proposed action is not subject to CP-29.

Opportunity for Public Comment:

Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than Nov 21, 2024.

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