Findings Statement
A findings statement is the agency's written determination, after an EIS, that considers social, economic, and other factors and that the selected action avoids or minimizes adverse impacts to the maximum extent practicable by incorporating practicable mitigation measures as conditions. NYC CEQR descriptions specifically emphasize certification of this finding before final action following an EIS.
- Where it applies
- NYS; NYC
- When it comes up
- Environmental review completion; approval conditions
- Property types
- All
In practice
In operations, findings are "commitment registries": they should be converted into a mitigation compliance matrix tied to design, construction, and post-occupancy responsibilities.
Related terms
MitigationConditions of ApprovalFinal EISDecision
Environmental and Due Diligence
- Action (SEQRA)
- All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI)
- Brownfield
- Brownfield Cleanup Agreement (BCA)
- Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP)
- Certificate of Completion (COC)
- City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR)
- Conditioned Negative Declaration (CND)
- Decision Document
- Determination of Significance
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