Harlem Renaissance Project
NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
October 15, 2026
City of Albany, Georgia
P.O. Box 447
Albany, GA 31702
(229) 483-7650
On or about October 30, 2026, the City of Albany will submit a request to theHUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development for the release of Community Project Funding (CPF) funds under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, as amended, to undertake a project known as the Harlem Renaissance Project for the purpose of a comprehensive mixed-use redevelopment initiative located within the Historic Harlem Business District in South Albany, Georgia. The project is comprised of three distinct sites: Site #1 located at 310 West Oglethorpe Boulevard; Site #2 located at 317 West Highland Avenue; and Site #3 consisting of the parcels at 312 and 314 West Highland Avenue. The project is intended to revitalize underutilized properties through the adaptive reuse and redevelopment of existing structures into a cohesive mixed-use development. The proposed development will incorporate a blend of residential units, commercial space, professional offices, and community-serving facilities, supporting both economic growth and neighborhood revitalization. Project activities include the demolition of the existing structure located at Site #1 (310 W. Oglethorpe Boulevard). In addition, the parcels comprising Site #3 (312 and 314 Highland Avenue) will be acquired and the existing structures on those parcels will be demolished to accommodate the proposed redevelopment. Site #2 (317 W. Highland Avenue) has previously been cleared and is ready for redevelopment. Overall, the project will transform multiple parcels into a unified development that enhances the functionality and character of the Historic Harlem Business District while supporting long-term community investment.
The City of Albany, GA has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment, therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at City of Albany Department of Community and Economic Development, 230 South Jackson Street, Albany, Georgia 31701 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Albany Department of Community and Economic Development, 230 South Jackson Street, Albany, Georgia 31701. All comments received by October 22, 2026, will be considered by the City of Albany, Georgia prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION
The City of Albany, GA certifies to HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development, Office of Economic Development that Terrell D. Jacobs, MPA, ICMA-CM, 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 that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development, approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Albany, Georgia to use Program funds.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development, will accept objections to its release of fund and the City of Albany, GA certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Albany, GA; (b) the City of Albany, GA has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient 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’s Office of Community Planning and Development, Office of Economic Development; 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, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development, at 77 Forsyth Street, S.W., Atlanta, GA 30303. Potential objectors should contact HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Terrell Jacobs, MPA, ICMA-CM
City Manager
City of Albany, GA