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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08. Bomber Heights Full EAF Parts 1-3 plus attachmentFull Environmental Assessment Form Part 1 -Project and Setting Instructions for Completing Part 1 Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor.Responses becomepart ofthe application for approvalor funding,are subject to public review,and may be subjectto further verification. Complete Part |based on information currently available.Ifadditional research or investigation would be neededto fully respond toanyitem,please answer as thoroughly aspossible based on current information;indicate whether missing information does not exist,or is not reasonablyavailable to the sponsor;and,when possible,generally describe work or studies that would be necessary toupdateorfullydevelopthatinformation. Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A &B.In Sections C,D &E,most items contain aninitial question thatmustbeansweredeither“Yes”or “No.”If the answerto the initial question is “Yes,”complete the following sub-questions.If theanswertotheinitialquestionis“No,”proceed to the next question.Section F allows the project sponsorto identify and attachadditionalinformation.Section G requires the nameandsignature of the applicant or project sponsor to verify the information in Part|is accurate and complete. A.Project and Applicant/Sponsor Information. NameofAction or Project:BomberHeights Solar,LLC Project Location (describe and attach a general location map): Ro ‘*Troy Road,TownofIthaca,Tompkins County,New York,14850:Tax Parcel ID 49.-1-26.2=ys BriefDescription of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):(CR Nexamphas developedplansfor the installation of an +/-4.5-MW ACsolararray located within a grassy and forested area at TroyRoad(parcel #49.-1-26.2)in the Town of Ithaca.Thetotal project area will be located on an +/-30-acre area which exists on a larger+/-62-acre parcel of undevelopedforest and fields.The system will also include new electrical wiring,an +/-23,500-sf laydown area,anequipmentpad,and newgravel access drives.The maximum depth of excavation will not exceed four feet,but the helix screws (orH-piles)of the solar tables will be installed at a depth of +/-8-10 feet.The Project is proposing +/-23 acres of tree clearing and grubbing.The project includes onebioretention pond,forebay,and a detention pond.The project would create +/-1.4 acres of new impervioussurface.The purposeof this project is to create clean,renewable energyfor local residences and businesses.Thetotal amountofproposedgrounddisturbanceis+/-41 acres.Future development mayinclude a service staging area,additional energy storage system,and transformer.The disturbance contemplated forthis additional development has beenincludedin the aforementioned area ofdisturbance.For additional details,see attached USGS location map and site drawings. NameofApplicant/Sponsor:Telephone:697-592-5648 NexampSolar,LLC ,d/b/a BomberHeights,LLC E-Mail PHOS:101 SummerStreet City/PO:5ston State:14,Zip Code:05449 Project Contact(if not same as sponsor;give nameandtitle/role):Telephone:697-599-5648 Ryan M McCune,VP,Business Development E-Mail Address:101 SummerStreet City/PO:State:Zip Code:Boston MA 02110 Property Owner (if not same as sponsor):Telephone: Troy Heights,LLC 1E-Mail:ail.com Add"SS:5 willow Point Rd. City/PO:ithaca State:NY Zip Code:44850 Page |of 15 FEAF 2026 B.Government Approvals B.Government Approvals,Funding,or Sponsorship.(“Funding”includes grants,loans,tax relief,and any other formsoffinancialassistance.) GovernmentEntity If Yes:Identify Agency and Approval(s)Application Date Required (Actual or projected) a.City Council,Town Board,[¥]Yes[_JNo Town of Ithaca Town Board -PILOT PendingorVillageBoardofTrustees b.City,TownorVillage [¥]Yes[_JNo | Townof Ithaca Planning Board -Site Plan —{January-2025.why 3032(Cag)Planning Board or Commission c.City,Town or ]Yes[7No Village Zoning Board of Appeals d.Other local agencies []Yes[¥No e.County agencies [V]Yesl_No [Tompkins County IDA -PILOT Pending f.Regional agencies [_]Yes[V]JNo g.State agencies [V]Yesl_INo |NYSOPRHP -CRIS Consult;NYSDEC -SPDES_|Species Consult;NYSERDA-funding; GP,Letter of No JD received 6/4/25:NYNHP ->Pending h.Federal agencies [V]Yes__INo _—_JusAcE -uD (TBD);USFWS-No Impact Various Stages Concurrence:AdverseDetermination 1.Coastal Resources. i.Is the project site within a Coastal Area or the waterfront area ofa Designated Inland Waterway? ii.Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? iii.Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? []Yes[¥]No C.Planning and Zoning C.1.Planning and zoning actions. Will administrative or legislative adoption,or amendmentofaplan,local law,ordinance,rule,or regulation be the ]Yes[/]No only approval(s)that must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed? e If Yes,complete sections C,F and G. e If No,proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questionsin Part | C.2.Adopted land use plans. a.Do any municipally adopted (city,town,village,or county)comprehensive land use plan(s)includethesite where the proposed action would be located? IfYes,does the comprehensiveplan include specific recommendationsfor the site where the proposedaction would be located? [V]Yes[_]No [_]Yes[V]No b.Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district (for example:Greenway; Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA);designated State or Federal heritage area;watershed managementplan; or other?) IfYes,identify the plan(s): [V]Yes [_]No Cayuga Lake Watershed ManagementPlan c.Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan? If Yes,identify the plan(s): ]Yes[¥]No Page 2 of 15 FEAF 2026 d.Is the proposed action in a municipality with an adopted comprehensive or individualplan that addresses climate [v[v]Yes[_]Nochange? If yes ,identify the elements ofthe plan that are relevantto the action: ic OOVVT)©Licil lc Vz omprehensive Plan in e[=)qt |lei 11 iC)imate Prote ion arcielic att DLTOmMole SIE WA Dieenergydevelopment,reduction of greenhouse gas emissions,energy efficiency,and climate resilience.Relevant goalsincludeincorporatingsustainabilityintolong-term planning and supporting renewable energy and resilient infrastructurewhereappropriate. C.3.Zoning a.Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance.es[_]NoIfYes,what is the zoningclassification(s)including any applicable overlay district?The Project Site is within the Townof Ithaca's Low Density Residential (LDR)Zone and Large Scale Solar Overlay District 4b.Is the use permitted or allowed bya special or conditional use permit?Site Pla =pprodonly f3en |ec.Is a zoning change requested as part ofthe proposed action?S [V]NoIfYes,Whatis the proposed new zoningfor the site? C.4.Existing community services. a.In what schooldistrict is the project site located?Ithaca City SchoolDistrict b.Whatpolice or other public protection forces serve the project site? Ithaca Police Department and Tompkins County Sheriff c.Whichfire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?Ithaca Fire Department d.What parks serve the project site? West Hill Park,McDaniels Park,Cass Park,Allan H.Treman State Marine Park D.Project Details D.1.Proposed and Potential Development a.Whatis the generalnature ofthe proposedaction (e.g.,residential,industrial,commercial,recreational;if mixed,includeallcomponents)? Commercial Community Solar Development b.a.Total acreage ofthe site ofthe proposed action?+/-40.78 acres Aidb.Total acreage to be physically disturbed?+/-40.78 actes—%>(3s 3 Sauls pec.Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties)owned des ~A.Sy Posts ,jahehiject9+/-62 esaorcontrolledbytheapplicantorprojectsponsor‘acres asf Lb SMe.ey c.Is the proposed action an expansionofan existing project or use?pyés[v[v]Noi.If Yes,what is the approximate percentage ofthe proposed expansion and identify the units (e.g.,acres,miles,housingunits,square feet)?%Units: d.Is the proposed action a subdivision,or doesit include a subdivision?[_]Yes [v]JNoIfYes, i.Purposeortype of subdivision?(e.g.,residential,industrial,commercial;ifmixed,specify types) ii.Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed?[_]Yes [Noiii.Number of lots proposed?iv.Minimum and maximumproposedlot sizes?Minimum Maximum Page 3 of 15 FEAF 2026 e.Will the proposed action be constructed in multiple phases?]Yes[v]No i.If No,anticipated period of construction:12-18 months ii,If Yes: e Total numberofphasesanticipated e Anticipated commencementdate of phase |(including demolition)month year e Anticipated completion date of final phase month year 9 Generally describe connectionsor relationships among phases,including any contingencies where progress of one phase maydetermine timing or duration offuture phases: f.Does the project include new residential uses?]Yes[v]No If Yes,show numbersofunits proposed. One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family (four or more) Initial Phase At completion ofall phases AD g.\Doesthe proposed action include new non-residential construction (including expansions)?[v]Yes[_]No If Yes,AQ.roicks 6 Aesth,Sma shrei.Total numberofstructures |ii,Dimensions(in feet)of largest proposed structure:height;width;and length iii.Approximate extent ofbuilding space to be heated or cooled:O square feet h.Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundmentof any liquids,such as creation ofa water supply,reservoir,pond,lake,waste lagoon or other storage?IfYes,KK |esi.Purpose ofimpoundment)Nest CN Lappecdimond RO DCe_doaching - ii.If a water impoundment,the principal source of the water:(Ground water [-]Surface water s Other specify: Stormwater iii.If other than water,identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.een"N/A ; iv.Approximate size ofthe proposed impoundment.Volume:million gallons;surface area:_acres v.Dimensions ofthe proposed dam or impoundingstructure:.height;1 __length vi.Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impoundingstructure (e.g.,earth fill,rock,wood,concrete):!_nee. “Oat D.2.Project Operations a.Does the proposed action include any excavation,mining,or dredging,during construction,operations,or both?[_]Yes [v]JNo (Not including general site preparation,gradingorinstallation ofutilities or foundations where all excavated materials will remain onsite) If Yes: i .Whatis the purpose of the excavation or dredging? ii.How much material (including rock,earth,sediments,etc.)is proposed to be removed from the site? e Volume(specify tons or cubic yards): e Over what duration oftime? iii.Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged,and plans to use,manage or dispose of them. iv.Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials?LE]Yes[_]No If yes,describe. v.Whatis the total area to be dredged or excavated?acres vi.What is the maximumarea to be workedat any one time?acres vii.What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging?feet viii.Will the excavation require blasting?[_lves[No ix.Summarize site reclamation goals and plan: =) Page g of 15 FEAF 2026 b.Would the proposedaction causeorresult in alteration of,increase or decrease in size of,or encroachment [v]Yes[_]Nointoanyexistingwetland,waterbody,shoreline,beach or adjacent area?If Yes: i.Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected (by name,water index number,wetland map number or geographicdescription):GZA conductedthe wetland and waterbody delineation on October 2023 &March and May 2026 within the Site.GZA identifiedanddelineatedfourwetlandsandfourstreamswithinthesiteboundary.A 6/4/2025 DECLetter of No Jurisdictional DeterminationconfirmedthatnoneofthesewetlandsareDECjurisdictional.Final JD status and review by USACEis pending.Any impacts will occur from the installation=ofthe solar panel racking;fence posts will be installed outside of the bed and banks of streams and ditches to the extent practicable. ti.Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland,e.g.,excavation,fill,placementofstructures,oralterationofchannels,banks,and shorelines.Indicate extent ofactivities,alterations and additionsin square feet or acres: :.:....ie '6 Oi tie if ciiet HOll ©Glreimerciale oA IO PNCe DO ~t816 a Pei liil NMaACAMIG and [ence po \Je Die or screw driven in USACE regulated wetlands to avoid impacts.Solar panel racking and fence posts will be installed outside of thebedandbanksofstreamandditchestotheextentpracticable. iii.Will the proposed action causeorresult in disturbance to bottom sediments?[]Yes [V]INoIfYes,describe: iv.Will the proposed action causeorresult in the destruction or removal ofaquatic vegetation?[_]Yes[v]NoIfYes: e acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed:_ expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion: e purpose ofproposed removal(e.g.beach clearing,invasive species control,boat access): e proposed method ofplant removal: e ifchemical/herbicide treatment will be used,specify product(s): v.Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance: c.Will the proposed action use,or create a new demandfor water?[Yes 1|NoIfYes::i.Total anticipated water usage/demandperday:|gallons/day (see below)ii.Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply?[_]Yes [NoIfYes: e Nameofdistrict or service area:|e Doesthe existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal?[_]Yes NoeIstheprojectsiteintheexistingdistrict?[_]Yes NoeIsexpansionofthedistrictneeded?Yes}|NoeDoexistinglinesservetheprojectsite?Hy Noiti,Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project?lves [|NoIfYes: e Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposedto serve this project: e Source(s)of supply for the district: iv.ls anew water supply district or service area proposed to be formedto servethe project site?[les [NoIfYes: e Applicant/sponsorfor new district: e Date application submitted or anticipated: e Proposed source(s)of supply for new district: v.Ifa public water supply will not be used,describe plans to provide water supply for the project: vi.Ifwater supply will be from wells (public or private),what is the maximum pumpingcapacity:gallons/minute. Page 5 of 15 FEAF 2026 d.Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes?]Yes[V]JNo If Yes: i.Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day:_gallons/day ii,Nature of liquid wastes to be generated (e.g.,sanitary wastewater,industrial;if combination,describe all components and approximate volumesor proportionsof each): iii.Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities?[_]Yes [NoIfYes: e Nameof wastewater treatmentplantto be used: e Nameofdistrict: e Doesthe existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project?es[No e Is the projectsite in the existing district?es[[No e Is expansionofthe district needed?es [_JNo e Do existing sewerlines serve the projectsite?]ves [_JNo e Willa line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project?[_]Yes [_JNo IfYes: e Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposedto serve this project: iv.Will a new wastewater (sewage)treatmentdistrict be formed to serve the project site?lyes [__JNo IfYes: e Applicant/sponsorfor new district: e Date application submitted or anticipated: 2 Whatis the receiving water for the wastewater discharge? v.Ifpublic facilities will not be used,describe plans to provide wastewater treatmentfor the project,including specifying proposed receiving water (name andclassification if surface discharge or describe subsurface disposal plans): vi.Describe any plans or designs to capture,recycle or reuse liquid waste: -None. e.Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff,either from new point [v]Yes [_JNo sources(i.e.ditches,pipes,swales,curbs,gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater)or non-point source (1.e.,sheet flow)during construction or post construction? IfYes: i.How much impervioussurface will the project create in relation to total size ofproject parcel? Square feet or +1.41 acres (impervioussurface) Square feet or +/-62 acres (parcel size) ii.Describe types ofnew point sources.Access road,laydown area,and equipmentpads. iii.Where will the stormwater runoffbe directed (i.e.on-site stormwater managementfacility/structures,adjacent properties, groundwater,on-site surface water,or off-site surface waters)? Biorentention,detention ponds,conveyance and dry swales. e Ifto surface waters,identify receiving water bodies or wetlands:N/A e Will stormwater runoffflow to adjacent properties?es[_JNo iv.Does the proposed plan minimize impervioussurfaces,use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater?es [No Page 6 of 15 FEAF 2026 f.Does the proposedaction include,or will it use on-site,one or more sourcesofair emissions,including fuel [_ ]ves [VNocombustion,waste incineration,or other processes or operations?IfYes,identify: i.Mobile sources during project operations(e.g.,heavy equipment,fleet or delivery vehicles) ii,Stationary sources during construction (e.g.,power generation,structural heating,batch plant,crushers) iii,Stationary sources during operations(e.g.,process emissions,boilers,electric generation,surface coating) g.Will any air emission sources namedin D.2.f(above),require an Air Facility Registration,Air State Facility | lves|/|NoPermit,Title IV Permit or Title V Permit?If Yes: i.Is the proposed action subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention of Significant Deterioration requirementsdiscussedin6NYCRRPart231?[_]Yes[]Noii.As calculated in the air permit application,the proposed action has the potential to emit:®Tons/year(short tons)ofcarbon monoxide (CO) Tons/year (short tons)ofoxides of nitrogen (NOx) Tons/year (short tons)of particulate matter (PM-10,PM-2.5)Tons/year(short tons)of volatile organic compounds (VOC)®Tons/year(short tons)of sulfur dioxide (SO>)iii,Will emissionsof air contaminants from the proposed action described above exceed the corresponding major [ lves[_]Nosourcethresholds? iv.Does the proposedaction havethe potential to emit 10 tons/year or more of any one designated hazardousair [_lves[_Nopollutantor25tons/year or more of any combination ofsuch hazardousair pollutants (6 NYCRR 200.1(ag))?If Yes,provide the total potential to emit hazardousair pollutants in short tons/year: h.Will the proposed action generate or emit annualdirect and indirect greenhouse gas emissions,such as carbon dioxide,methane,nitrous oxide,sulfur hexafluoride,hydrofluorocarbons,or perfluorocarbons in excess of 10,000 metric tons of total carbon dioxideequivalentsperyearatanypointinthelifetimeoftheproposedaction(estimated using the carbon dioxide equivalent definition andglobalwarmingpotentialsprovidedin6NYCRRPart496)?[_]¥es [v]NoIfYes: i.Estimate the proposed action’s metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents in tons/year (metric):ii.Describe any greenhousegascapture,control,or elimination measures included in project design: i.Will the proposedaction result in the release ofair pollutants from Open-air operations or processes,such as [_]¥Yes [v]|Noquarryorlandfilloperations?If Yes:Describe operations and nature ofemissions (e.g.,diesel exhaust,rock particulates/dust): J.Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial [ Vves [v|Nonewdemandfortransportationfacilitiesorservices?If Yes:i.Whenis the peak traffic expected (Checkall that apply): ]Morning [_]Evening [|]WeekendRandomlybetweenhoursofto ii.For commercial activities only,projected numberoftruck trips/day and type (e.g.,semi trailers and dumptrucks): iii,Parking spaces: _ Existing Proposed Net increase/decreaseiv.Does the proposedaction include any shared use parking?[_]¥es [ Nov.Ifthe proposedaction includes any modification ofexisting roads,creation ofnew roads or change in existing access,describe: vi.Are public/private transportation service(s)or facilities available within 4 mile ofthe proposedsite?es OovitWilltheproposedactionincludeaccesstopublictransportationoraccommodationsforuseofhybrid,electric Yes Oorotheralternativefueledvehicles?viii.Will the proposedaction include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodationsfor connections to existing L_lves[~Nopedestrianorbicycleroutes? Page @ of 15 FEAF 2026 k.Will the proposed action (for commercialor industrial projects only)generate new or additional energy demand?|_|Yes 1“|No If Yes: i.Estimate annualelectricity demand during operation ofthe proposed action: ii.Anticipated sources/suppliers ofelectricity for the project (e.g.,on-site combustion,on-site renewable,via grid/localutility,or other): iii.Will the proposed action require a new,or an upgrade,to an existing substation?[_]Yes [No |.Hours of operation.Answerall items which apply. i.During Construction:ii.During Operations: ®Monday -Friday:Potentially 7am -7pm e Monday <Friday:24 hours per day e Saturday:Minimally e Saturday:24 hours per day e Sunday:Minimally e Sunday:24 hours per day e Holidays:Minimally e Holidays:24 hours per day m.Will the proposed action producenoise that will exceed existing ambientnoise levels during construction,[v]Yes[_]No operation,or both? Ifyes: i.Provide details including sources,time ofday and duration: Intermittent construction noise could exceed ambient noise levels for short periods of time during construction activities.Once operational,noise levels exceeding the existing ambient noise levels are not anticipated. ii.Will the proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen?[_lves [VINo Describe: ofn.Will the proposed action have outdoorlighting?esf {No Ifyes: ctures*i.Describe source(s),location(s),height offixture(s),direction/aim,and proximity to nearest occupied stru Enbehu Us >_gsbentiot Usk pale pec PyIEe.yO 7 C4 t t ii.Will proposed action removeexisting naturalbarriers that could act as a light barrier or screen?[Wes iWINo Describe: o.Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day?|_|Yes 1[No IfYes,describe possible sources,potential frequency and duration ofodor emissions,and proximity to nearest occupied structures: p.Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum (combined capacity ofover 1,100 gallons)[_]Yes[VNo or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amountin underground storage? IfYes: i.Product(s)to be stored ii.Volume(s)gal per unit time (e.g.,month,year) iii.Generally,describe the proposedstorage facilities: q.Will the proposed action (commercial,industrial and recreational projects only)use pesticides(i.e.,herbicides,|_|Yes1|No insecticides)during construction or operation? IfYes: i.Describe proposed treatment(s): ii.Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest ManagementPractices?[_]yYes[]No Page got 15 FEAF 2026 r.Will the proposed action (commercial or industrial projects only)involve or require the managementor disposal es[_|Noofsolidwaste(excluding hazardous materials)? If Yes: i.Describe anysolid waste(s)to be generated during construction or operation ofthe facility:e Construction:_1-2 tons per month (unit oftime)e Operation:N/A tons per (unit oftime) ii.Describe any proposals for on-site minimization,recycling or reuse ofmaterials to avoid disposalas solid waste:e Construction;Construction debris of disposable wrapping and containers will be recycled when appropriate. e Operation:N/A iii.Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:e Construction:The exact disposal method will be determined by the contractor and will follow all applicable NYSDEC quidelines ancstandards.e Operation:N/A s.Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste managementfacility?[_]Yes [v]NoIfYes: i.Type of managementor handling ofwaste proposed forthesite (e.g.,recycling or transferstation,composting,landfill,orotherdisposalactivities): ii.Anticipated rate of disposal/processing: 9 Tons/month,if transfer or other non-combustion/thermaltreatment,or a Tons/hour,if combustion or thermal treatmentiii.If landfill,anticipated sitelife:years t.Will the proposed action at the site involve the commercialgeneration,treatment,storage,or disposal ofhazardous |_|Yes IvINowaste? If Yes: i.Name(s)ofall hazardouswastesorconstituents to be generated,handled,or managedat facility: ii.Generally describe processes oractivities involving hazardous wastesor constituents: iii.Specify amountto be handled or generated tons/monthiv.Describe any proposals for on-site minimization,recycling,or reuse ofhazardous constituents: v.Will any hazardous wastes be disposedat an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? L Wes [_INoIfYes:provide nameandlocation offacility: IfNo:describe proposed managementof any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility: Page 9 of 15 FEAF 2026 E.Site and Setting of Proposed Action E.1.Land uses on and surrounding the project site a.Existing land uses. i.Checkall uses that occur on,adjoining and nearthe projectsite.(J Urban (J Industrial []Commercial {J Residential (suburban)[J Rural (non-farm) [@ Forest (Agriculture [BJ Aquatic (@]Other (specify):Grassy Fields ii.Ifmix ofuses,generally describe: The surrounding area consists mainly of undeveloped forests and grassy (non-agricultural fields) b.Land uses and cover types on the projectsite. Land use or Current Acreage After Change Cover type Acreage Project Completion (Acres +/-) e Roads,buildings,and other paved or impervious 0 +/-1.4 +144 surfaces (total) ¢Industrial or manufacturing 0 0 0) °Commercial 0 +/-1.4 +1.41 ¢Residential 0 0 0 e Forested +/-34.6 +/-11.4 -23.16 e Meadows,grasslands or brushlands (non-+/-20.4 +/-42.33 +21.93agricultural,including abandonedagricultural) e Agricultural 0 0 0 (includes active orchards,field,greenhouse,etc.) e Surface water features +/-0.01 +/-0.01 0 (lakes,ponds,streams,rivers,etc.) e Wetlands (freshwaterortidal)+/-6.9 +/-6.72 -0.18 e Non-vegetated (bare rock,earth,orfill)0 0 0 e Other,Describe:0 +/-27.1 +27.1 Page 10 of 15 FEAF 2026 c.Is the project site presently used by membersofthe community for public recreation?|_|Yes|v|Noi.IfYes:explain: d.Are there any facilities serving children,the elderly,people with disabilities (e.g.,schools,hospitals,licensed |_}Yes[v]Nodaycarecenters,or group homes)within 1500 feet ofthe project site?IfYes, i.Identify facilities: e.Does the project site contain an existing dam?[_]Yes|~|NoIfYes: i.Dimensionsof the dam and impoundment: e Dam height:feeteDamlength:feeteSurfacearea:acreseVolumeimpounded:gallons OR acre-feet ii,Dam’s existing hazardclassification: iti.Provide date and summarizeresults of last inspection: f.Has the project site ever been used as a municipal,commercialorindustrial solid waste managementfacility,L_]Yes[v]|Noordoestheprojectsiteadjoinpropertythatisnow,or was at onetime,used as a solid waste managementfacility?IfYes: i.Has the facility been formally closed?[]yes[]No e If Yes,cite sources/documentation: ii.Describe the location ofthe project site relative to the boundariesofthe solid waste managementfacility: iii.Describe any developmentconstraints due to the prior solid waste activities: g.Have hazardouswastes been generated,treated and/or disposed ofat the site,or does the project site adjoin [_]Yes [vINopropertywhichisnoworwasatonetimeusedtocommerciallytreat,store and/or dispose ofhazardous waste?If Yes: i.Describe waste(s)handled and waste managementactivities,including approximate time whenactivities occurred: h.Potential contamination history.Hasthere been a reported spill at the proposed project site,or have any ]Yes Noremedialactionsbeenconductedatoradjacenttotheproposedsite?If Yes: i.Is any portion ofthesite listed on the NYSDECSpills Incidents database or Environmental Site [_]yes [|NoRemediationdatabase?Checkall that apply: L]Yes Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s):L]Yes —Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s): [-]Neither database li.Ifsite has been subject ofRCRA corrective activities,describe control measures: iii.Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database?L_}YeslV|NoIfYes,provide DEC ID number(s): iv.IfYesto (i),(ii)or (iii)above,describe currentstatusofsite(s): Page |1 of 15 FEAF 2026 v.Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses?[_lyves[No IfYes,DEC site ID number: Describe the type ofinstitutional control(e.g.,deed restriction or easement): Describe any use limitations: Describe any engineering controls: Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place?L_lyes|__No Explain: E.2.Natural Resources On or Near Project Site a.Whatis the average depth to bedrock on the projectsite?+/-0.66 to 3.33 feet b.Are there bedrock outcroppingson the projectsite?|_|Yes|¥No If Yes,what proportion ofthe site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings?% c.Predominantsoil type(s)present on projectsite:Erie Channery Sil loam,3-8%64.7 % Lordstown Channery Silt Loam,1 13.5 % Erie Channery Silt Loam,8-15%9.4 % d.Whatis the average depth to the water table on the project site?Average:0 to 6.67 feet e.Drainage status of project site soils:[v]Well Drained:22%ofsite[_]Moderately Well Drained:%ofsitePoorlyDrained78%ofsite f.Approximate proportion ofproposed action site with slopes:0-10%:+/-76 %ofsite10-15%:+/-10 %ofsite15%orgreater:+/-14 %ofsite g.Are there any unique geologic features on the project site?|lYes|VNO IfYes,describe: h.Surface water features. i.Does any portion ofthe project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies (including streams,rivers,[V]Yes[_No ponds,or lakes)? ii.Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the projectsite?[V]lyed_No If Yes to either i or ii,continue.If No,skip to E.2.1. iii,Are any ofthe wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal,Vlyeq_]No state or local agency? iv.For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody onthe project site,provide the following information: e Streams:Name 898-323 Classification A ®Lakes or Ponds:Name Classification ®Wetlands:Name Federal Waters Approximate Size °Wetland No.(ifregulated by DEC) v.Are any ofthe above water bodieslisted in the most recent compilation ofNYS water quality-impaired [JesNo waterbodies? If Yes,name of impaired water body/bodiesandbasis forlisting as impaired: i.Is the project site in a designated Floodway’?]Yes[~No j.Is the project site in the 100-year Floodplain?L_lYes[vJNo k.Is the project site in the 500-year Floodplain?[_]Yes[v]No |.Is the project site located over,or immediately adjoining,a primary,principal or sole source aquifer?]Yes[¥No If Yes: i.Nameof aquifer: Page 12 of 15 FEAF 2026 m.Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupyoruse the projectsite: Wildlife native to Tompkins County n.Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community?[_]Yes 1INoIfYes: i.Describe the habitat/community (composition,function,and basis for designation): ii.Source(s)ofdescription or evaluation: iii.Extent ofcommunity/habitat: e Currently:acres e Following completion ofproject as proposed:acres e Gain orloss (indicate +or-):acres 0.Does projectsite contain any species ofplant or animalthatis listed by the federal government or NYSas Yes [Noendangeredorthreatened,or doesit contain anyareas identified as habitat for an endangeredor threatened species? IfYes: i.Species and listing (endangered or threatened): NYSDEC:Glaucous Sedge (threatened),Reflexed Sedge (threatened):USFWS Northern Long-eared Bat (endangered),Green floater (proposedthreatened),and Monarch Butterfly (proposed threatened).USFWSconsistencyletters dated 7/16/2025,determined that the projectis notlikely to p.Doesthe project site contain any speciesofplant or animalthat is listed by NYSasrare,or as a species of L_|Yes[v}Nospecialconcern? IfYes: i.Species andlisting: q.Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting,trapping,fishing or shell fishing?|_lYes iWINoIfYes,give a briefdescription ofhow the proposed action mayaffect that use: E.3.Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site a.Is the project site,or any portion ofit,located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuantto [_]Yes [V]NoAgricultureandMarketsLaw,Article 25-AA,Section 303 and 304? If Yes,provide county plus district name/number: b.Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present?L_]Yes[¥Noi.IfYes:acreage(s)on project site? ii.Source(s)ofsoil rating(s): c.Does the project site contain all orpart of,oris it substantially contiguous to,a registered National [_]YesNoNaturalLandmark? If Yes: i.Nature of the natural landmark:[_]Biological Community [_]Geological Feature ii.Provide brief description of landmark,including values behind designation and approximate size/extent: d.Is the project site located in or doesit adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area?[_]Yes[v]NoIfYes: i.CEA name: ii.Basis for designation: iii.Designating agency and date: Page 13 of 15 FEAF 2026 e.Does the project site contain,or is it substantially contiguousto,a building,archaeological site,or district ]Yes [VNo listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places,or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYSOffice of Parks,Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places? IfYes: i.Nature ofhistoric/archaeological resource:[_]ArchaeologicalSite (_]Historic Building orDistrict ii.Name: iii.Brief description ofattributes on whichlisting is based: f.Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for [les [V|No archaeological sites on the New York State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)archaeological site inventory? g.Have additional archaeologicalor historic site(s)or resources been identified on the project site?|_|Yes [VNo If Yes: i.Describe possible resource(s): ii.Basis for identification: h.Is the project site within five miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal,state,or local _|Yes [VINo scenic,or aesthetic resource? If Yes: i.Identify resource: ii.Nature of,or basis for,designation (e.g.,established highway overlook,state or local park,state historic trail,or scenic byway, etc.): iii.Distance between project and resource:miles. i.Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild,Scenic and Recreational Rivers |Yes |\~|No Program 6 NYCRR 666? If Yes: i.Identify the nameofthe river and its designation: ii.Is the activity consistent with developmentrestrictions contained in 6NYCRRPart 666?[_]Yes [No E.4.Disadvantaged Communities Designated Pursuant to ECL Article 75 a.Is the project located within,or within '4-mile of,a disadvantaged community?[_]Yes iWINo If No,could impacts (see examples below in E.4.b)from the project affect a disadvantaged community?[_lves [V]JNo If Yes to either question in E.4.a,answer the remaining questionsin this section. b.Will there be direct or indirect impacts that may affect a disadvantaged community,such as those listed below?[_]ves [V|No i.new noise sources or expansions/modification ofexisting noise sources; -noise from operational sources -noise from constructionactivities 11.emissions ofair pollutants,including mobile emissions; ili.Wastewater discharges; iv.generation ofodors; v.light pollution; vi.new or modified radiation sources; vii.new or modified sources of solid waste generation,management,or disposal. If Yes,describe the impacts: c.Do any ofthe state agency approvals identified in question B.g include any of the following DEC permits? State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES)Yes [_]No Solid Waste ManagementFacility Yes [v]NoHazardousWasteManagementFacilityYesN° Air Pollution Control (Title V or Air State Facility)Yes No Water Withdrawal over 20 MGDfor Cooling Water Yes NoWasteTransporter[|Yes No Page 14 of 15 FEAF 2026 E.5 Future Physical Climate Risks Will the proposed action be vulnerable to the following future physical climate risks under current or projected future conditions:a.Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood?]Yes Nob.Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 500-year flood?[_]Yes Noc.Is the proposed action in an area potentially affected by sea level rise?[_]Yes Nod.Will the proposed action increase the vulnerability of human or ecological communities to the following:i.drought?Yes [¥]No ll.temperature extremes(hot or cold)?i Yes [v]Noiil.extreme storms,including high winds?_JYes |[“|No iv.landslides?_]Yes [v]Nov.coastal erosion?[|]Yes [v]No vi.stormwater flooding?1 Yes No vil.other climate or weather hazards?|Yes [v]No.If Yes,describe: F.Additional Information Attach any additional information which may be neededto clarify your project. Ifyou have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal,please describe those impacts plus anymeasureswhichyouproposetoavoidorminimizethem. G.Verification I certify that the information provided istrue to the best ofmy knowledge. Applicant/Sponsor Name NexampSolar,LLC d/b/a Bomber Heights,LLC Pate 8/17/26 Vad i Title”:Business DevelopmentSignature PRINT FORM Page 15 of 15 FEAF 2026 EAF Mapper Summary Report Friday,August 14,2026 4:27 AM B.i.i [Coastal or Waterfront Area] B.i.ii [Local Waterfront Revitalization Area] C.2.b.[Special PlanningDistrict] E.1.h [DEC Spills or Remediation Site -Potential Contamination History] E.1.h.i [DEC Spills or Remediation Site -Listed] E.1.h.i [DEC Spills or Remediation Site -Environmental Site Remediation Database]E.1.h.iii [Within 2,000'of DEC RemediationSite] E.2.g [Unique Geologic Features] E.2.h.i [Surface Water Features] E.2.h.ii [Surface Water Features] E.2.h.iii [Surface Water Features] E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features-StreamName] E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features -StreamClassification] E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features -WetlandsName] E.2.h.v [Impaired Water Bodies] Disclaimer:The EAF Mapperisa screening tool intendedtoassistprojectsponsorsandreviewingagenciesinpreparinganenvironmentalassessmentform(EAF).Notall questions asked in the EAF areansweredbytheEAFMapper.Additional information onany EAFAquestioncanbeobtainedbyconsultingtheEAFWorkbooks.AlthoughtheEAFMapperprovidesthemostup-to-date digital dataavailabletoDEC,you mayalso need to contactlocal orother data sourcestoconfirmdataprovidedbytheMapperortoobtaindatanotprovided by the Mapper. Sound ;Bs ksieueKingston Montpe Wkowts |re#amiiton Rischastal on \Buttato :HO Fork.’Aibany B 4 Sources:Esr,HERE Garmin,USGS Intermag It REMER.hi iRCar,Esr Japan METI China feong g).Eerr Korea EsqhataneywGClferOperivlapcorinGetorsarctrecisserCOMMmarith.Es HERE Gera n feeye SES NPSPitthurah- No No Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Referto EAFWorkbook. Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Refer to EAFWorkbook. Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Refer to EAFWorkbook. Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Referto EAFWorkbook. No No Yes -Digital mapping information on local,New York State,and federalwetlandsandwaterbodiesisknowntobeincomplete.Refer to the EAFWorkbook. Yes -Digital mappinginformation on local,New York State,and federalwetlandsandwaterbodiesisknowntobeincomplete.Refer to the EAFWorkbook. Yes-Digital mapping information on local,New York State,and federalwetlandsandwaterbodiesisknowntobeincomplete.Refer to the EAFWorkbook. 898-323 A Federal Waters No 1 Full Environmental Assessment Form -EAF Mapper Summary Report E.2.i.[Floodway]Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Refer to EAF Workbook. E.2.j.[100 Year Floodplain]Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Refer to EAF Workbook. E.2.k.[500 Year Floodplain]Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Refer to EAF Workbook. E.2.1.[Aquifers]No E.2.n.[Natural Communities]No E.2.0.[Endangered or Threatened Species]Yes E.2.0.[Endangered or Threatened Species-Glaucous Sedge,Reflexed Sedge Name] E.2.p.[Rare Plants or Animals]No E.3.a.[Agricultural District]No E.3.c.[National Natural Landmark]No E.3.d [Critical Environmental Area]No E.3.e.[National or State Register of Historic Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete.Refer to EAF Places or State Eligible Sites]Workbook. E.3.f.[Archeological Sites]No E.3.i.[Designated River Corridor]No E.4.a [Disadvantaged Community]No Full Environmental Assessment Form -EAF Mapper Summary Report SCENIC RESOURCE INVENTORY & ANALYSIS Town of Ithaca 78 21. Coddington Road    Location: On the Ithaca/Danby town line.  Direction: North, between 330° and 40°.  Magnitude: Medium; approximately 2,000 cars on average per day, according to the  2007 Transportation Plan.   Seasonal: Year round. More of Cornell and even Cayuga Lake may be visible in  winter.   Near View: The near view is composed of an older, period architecture home,  behind which a hayfield is bordered by woods that descend to Six Mile Creek.  Mid View: The mid view consists of the wooded southern side of East Hill. Little  development appears until further north when the Cornell skyline abruptly appears.  Development that is visible is of muted color and does not stand out. A  communication tower is on the hilltop but is not prominent.  Far View: A view of Cornell, including the clock tower, as well as farm fields on West  Hill beyond.   Aesthetic Significance: This view was a candidate view in the Tompkins County  Scenic Resources report, one of the 110 candidates out of 593 views.  Aesthetic Discord: Utility lines crisscross the near view.    Figure 65: A Welcome to Ithaca sign stands approximately just after the viewpoint.   Figure 64: Cornell University’s skyline is in the distance of this gateway view. SCENIC RESOURCE INVENTORY & ANALYSIS Town of Ithaca 79 22. East Ithaca Recreation Way   Location: At the main entrance to the Hannah Pew trail on Joanne Drive in the Eastern  Heights neighborhood.  Direction: Southwest, approximately between 270° and 300°.  Magnitude: Low. Eastern Heights is a small, suburban style neighborhood with no  through traffic. The Recreation Way is open to foot and bicycle use only.  Seasonal: Year round. It may be enhanced in the winter.  Near View: The near view consists of the gazebo and walkway surrounded by shrubs  and trees. The topography begins to drop quickly just in front of the gazebo.  Mid View: The mid view is comprised of South Hill, which appears predominantly  wooded in the summer, with little visible development except for Ithaca College.  Ithaca College’s towers serve as a dramatic focal point. Also visible is the Ithaca  College Athletic and Events Center as well as a tall telecommunications tower further  up on South Hill.  Far View: The far view is composed of West Hill, including the Bostwick Road farms.  Beyond are the hills of Enfield and Newfield.  Aesthetic Significance: This view is remarkable for the vivid view of Ithaca College and South Hill. The composition with the park and gazebo in  the foreground and the Bostwick Road area and distant hills in the background creates a refreshing view.   Aesthetic Discord: The tower on the Ithaca College Athletic and Events Center is distracting and incongruous.  The telecommunications tower is  also somewhat distracting but is relatively thin and solitary and thus does not overwhelm the landscape.   Figure 66: The unique land form of South Hill is particularly noticeable from this lookout.   9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 99 9 9 Agency Use Only [If applicable] Full Environmental Assessment Form Project : Part 2 - Identification of Potential Project Impacts Date : Part 2 is to be completed by the lead agency. Part 2 is designed to help the lead agency inventory all potential resources that could be affected by a proposed project or action. We recognize that the lead agency=s reviewer(s) will not necessarily be environmental professionals. So, the questions are designed to walk a reviewer through the assessment process by providing a series of questions that can be answered using the information found in Part 1. To further assist the lead agency in completing Part 2, the form identifies the most relevant questions in Part 1 that will provide the information needed to answer the Part 2 question. When Part 2 is completed, the lead agency will have identified the relevant environmental areas that may be impacted by the proposed activity. If the lead agency is a state agency and the action is in any Coastal Area, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding with this assessment. Tips for completing Part 2:  Review all of the information provided in Part 1.  Review any application, maps, supporting materials and the Full EAF Workbook.  Answer each of the 18 questions in Part 2.  If you answer “Yes” to a numbered question, please complete all the questions that follow in that section.  If you answer “No” to a numbered question, move on to the next numbered question.  Check appropriate column to indicate the anticipated size of the impact.  Proposed projects that would exceed a numeric threshold contained in a question should result in the reviewing agency checking the box “Moderate to large impact may occur.”  The reviewer is not expected to be an expert in environmental analysis.  If you are not sure or undecided about the size of an impact, it may help to review the sub-questions for the general question and consult the workbook.  When answering a question consider all components of the proposed activity, that is, the whole action.  Consider the possibility for long-term and cumulative impacts as well as direct impacts.  Answer the question in a reasonable manner considering the scale and context of the project.   1. Impact on Land Proposed action may involve construction on, or physical alteration of, the land surface of the proposed site. (See Part 1. D.1) If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 2. NO YES Relevant No, or Moderate Part I small to large Question(s) impact impact may may occur occur a. The proposed action may involve construction on land where depth to water table is less than 3 feet. E2d b. The proposed action may involve construction on slopes of 15% or greater. E2f c. The proposed action may involve construction on land where bedrock is exposed, or generally within 5 feet of existing ground surface. E2a d. The proposed action may involve the excavation and removal of more than 1,000 tons of natural material. D2a e. The proposed action may involve construction that continues for more than one year or in multiple phases. D1e f. The proposed action may result in increased erosion, whether from physical disturbance or vegetation removal (including from treatment by herbicides). D2e, D2q g. The proposed action is, or may be, located within a Coastal Erosion hazard area. B1i h. Other impacts: Page 1 of 13 FEAF 2026 Bomber Heights Solar September 1, 2026  9 9 99 99  9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 2. Impact on Geological Features The proposed action may result in the modification or destruction of, or inhibit access to, any unique or unusual land forms on the site (e.g., cliffs, dunes,  NO  YES minerals, fossils, caves). (See Part 1. E.2.g) If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, move on to Section 3. Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. Identify the specific land form(s) attached: E2g b. The proposed action may affect or is adjacent to a geological feature listed as a registered National Natural Landmark. Specific feature: E3c c. Other impacts: 3. Impacts on Surface Water The proposed action may affect one or more wetlands or other surface water  NO  YES bodies (e.g., streams, rivers, ponds or lakes). (See Part 1. D.2, E.2.h) If “Yes”, answer questions a - l. If “No”, move on to Section 4. Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may create a new water body. D2b, D1h b. The proposed action may result in an increase or decrease of over 10% or more than a 10 acre increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water. D2b c. The proposed action may involve dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material from a wetland or water body. D2a d. The proposed action may involve construction within or adjoining a freshwater or tidal wetland, or in the bed or banks of any other water body. E2h e. The proposed action may create turbidity in a waterbody, either from upland erosion, runoff or by disturbing bottom sediments. D2a, D2h f. The proposed action may include construction of one or more intake(s) for withdrawal of water from surface water. D2c g. The proposed action may include construction of one or more outfall(s) for discharge of wastewater to surface water(s). D2d h. The proposed action may cause soil erosion, or otherwise create a source of stormwater discharge that may lead to siltation or other degradation of receiving water bodies. D2e i. The proposed action may affect the water quality of any water bodies within or downstream of the site of the proposed action. E2h j. The proposed action may involve the application of pesticides or herbicides in or around any water body. D2q, E2h k. The proposed action may require the construction of new, or expansion of existing, wastewater treatment facilities. D1a, D2d Page 2 of 13 9 9  9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9  l. Other impacts: 4. Impact on groundwater The proposed action may result in new or additional use of ground water, or  NO may have the potential to introduce contaminants to ground water or an aquifer. (See Part 1. D.2.a, D.2.c, D.2.d, D.2.p, D.2.q, D.2.t) If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 5.  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may require new water supply wells, or create additional demand on supplies from existing water supply wells. D2c b. Water supply demand from the proposed action may exceed safe and sustainable withdrawal capacity rate of the local supply or aquifer. Cite Source: D2c c. The proposed action may allow or result in residential uses in areas without water and sewer services. D1a, D2c d. The proposed action may include or require wastewater discharged to groundwater. D2d, E2l e. The proposed action may result in the construction of water supply wells in locations where groundwater is, or is suspected to be, contaminated. D2c, E1f, E1g, E1h f. The proposed action may require the bulk storage of petroleum or chemical products over ground water or an aquifer. D2p, E2l g. The proposed action may involve the commercial application of pesticides within 100 feet of potable drinking water or irrigation sources. E2h, D2q, E2l, D2c h. Other impacts: 5. Impact on Flooding The proposed action may result in development on lands subject to flooding.  NO (See Part 1. E.2) If “Yes”, answer questions a -g. If “No”, move on to Section 6.  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may result in development in a designated floodway. E2i b. The proposed action may result in development within a 100-year or a 500-year floodplain. E2j, E5a, E5b c. The proposed action may result in development in an area potentially affected by sea level rise. E2k, E5c d. The proposed action may result in, or require, modification of existing drainage patterns. D2b, D2e e. The proposed action may change flood water flows that contribute to flooding. D2b, E2i, E2j, E2k f. If there is a dam located on the site of the proposed action, is the dam in need of repair, or upgrade? E1e Page 3 of 13 9 9   g. Other impacts: 6. Impacts on Air and Climate The proposed action may include a state regulated air emission source. (See Part 1. D.2.f., D.2.h, D.2.g) or generate greenhouse gas emissions over 10,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (See Part 1. D.2.h) If “Yes”, answer questions a -i. If “No”, move on to Section 7.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. If the proposed action requires federal or state air emission permits, the action mayalso have the potential to emit one or more regulated air contaminants at or above the following levels: i. More than 100 short tons/year of carbon monoxide (CO) ii. More than 100 short tons/year of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) outside the NYC Metropolitan Area (6 NYCRR 200.1(au) or Long Island OR 25 short tons/year within the NYC Metropolitan Area or Long Island iii. More than 100 short tons/year of particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5) iv. More than 50 short tons/year of volatile organic compounds (VOC) outside the NYC Metropolitan Area or Long Island OR 25 short tons/year within the NYC Metropolitan Area or Long Island v. More than 100 short tons/year of sulfur dioxide (SO2) D2g D2g D2g D2g D2g b. The proposed action has the potential to emit 10 short tons/year or more of any one designated hazardous air pollutant, or 25 short tons/year or more of any combination of such hazardous air pollutants. D2g c. The proposed action may include a heat source capable of producing more than 20 million BTUs per hour. D2f, D2g d. The proposed action may exceed 50% of any of the thresholds in “a” or “b”, above. D2g e. The proposed action may result in the combustion or thermal treatment of solid, hazardous, or hospital/medical/infectious waste. D2f, D2s   f. The proposed action is subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention of Significant Deterioration requirements discussed in 6 NYCRR Part 231. D2g g. The proposed action will emit more than 10,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalents per year. D2h h. A municipality adopted comprehensive or individual plan addressing climate change applies to the proposed action and the proposed action would materially conflict with the achievement of one or more goals of the plan related to climate change. C2d i. Other impacts: Page 4 of 13 7. Impact on Plants and Animals The proposed action may result in a loss of flora or fauna. (See Part 1. E.2. m.-q.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 8. NO YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may cause reduction in population or loss of individuals of any threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site. E2o b. The proposed action may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by any rare, threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the federal government. E2o c. The proposed action may cause reduction in population, or loss of individuals, of any species of special concern or conservation need, as listed by New York State or the Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site. E2p d. The proposed action may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by any species of special concern and conservation need, as listed by New York State or the Federal government. E2p Page 5 of 13 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9  9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 e. The proposed action may diminish the capacity of a registered National Natural Landmark to support the biological community it was established to protect. E3c f. The proposed action may result in the removal of, or ground disturbance in, any portion of a designated significant natural community. Source: E2n g. The proposed action may substantially interfere with nesting/breeding, foraging, or over-wintering habitat for the predominant species that occupy or use the project site. E2m h. The proposed action requires the conversion of more than 10 acres of forest, grassland or any other regionally or locally important habitat. Habitat type & information source: E1b i. Proposed action (commercial, industrial or recreational projects, only) involves use of herbicides or pesticides. D2q j. Other impacts: 8. Impact on Agricultural Resources The proposed action may impact agricultural resources. (See Part 1. E.3.a. and b.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 9.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may impact soil classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the NYS Land Classification System. E2c, E3b b. The proposed action may sever, cross or otherwise limit access to agricultural land (includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc). E1a, Elb c. The proposed action may result in the excavation or compaction of the soil profile of active agricultural land. E3b d. The proposed action may irreversibly convert agricultural land to non-agricultural uses, either more than 2.5 acres if located in an Agricultural District, or more than 10 acres if not within an Agricultural District. E1b, E3a e. The proposed action may disrupt or prevent installation of an agricultural land management system. El a, E1b f. The proposed action may result, directly or indirectly, in increased development potential or pressure on farmland. C2c, C3, D2c, D2d g. The proposed project is not consistent with the adopted municipal Farmland Protection Plan. C2c h. Other impacts: Page 6 of 13  9 9 9 9 9 999 9 999 99 9 9 9 9   9 9 9 9 9 9 9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources The land use of the proposed action is obviously different from, or are in sharp contrast to, current land use patterns between the proposed project and a scenic or aesthetic resource. (Part 1. E.1.a, E.1.b, E.3.h.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, go to Section 10.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. Proposed action may be visible from any officially designated federal, state, or local scenic or aesthetic resource. E3h b. The proposed action may result in the obstruction, elimination or significant screening of one or more officially designated scenic views. E3h, C2b c. The proposed action may be visible from publicly accessible vantage points: i. Seasonally (e.g., screened by summer foliage, but visible during other seasons) ii. Year round E3h d. The situation or activity in which viewers are engaged while viewing the proposed action is: i. Routine travel by residents, including travel to and from work ii. Recreational or tourism-based activities E3h E2q, E1c e. The proposed action may cause a diminishment of the public enjoyment and appreciation of the designated aesthetic resource. E3h f. There are similar projects visible within the following distance of the proposed project: 0-1/2 mile ½ -3 mile 3-5 mile 5+ mile D1a, E1a, D1f, D1g g. Other impacts: 10. Impact on Historic and Archeological Resources The proposed action may occur in or adjacent to a historic or archaeological resource. (Part 1. E.3.e, f. and g.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 11.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous to, any buildings, archaeological site or district which is listed on the National or State Register of Historical Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places. E3e b. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous to, an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory. E3f c. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous to, an archaeological site not included on the NY SHPO inventory. Source: E3g Page 7 of 13 9 9 9 9 9 9 9   9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9  9 9 9 9 9 9 d. Other impacts: If any of the above (a-d) are answered “Moderate to large impact may e. occur”, continue with the following questions to help support conclusions in Part 3: i. The proposed action may result in the destruction or alteration of all or part of the site or property. ii. The proposed action may result in the alteration of the property’s setting or integrity. iii. The proposed action may result in the introduction of visual elements which are out of character with the site or property, or that may alter its setting. E3e, E3g, E3f E3e, E3f, E3g, E1a, E1b E3e, E3f, E3g, E3h, C2, C3 9 11. Impact on Open Space and Recreation The proposed action may result in a loss of recreational opportunities or a reduction of an open space resource as designated in any adopted municipal open space plan. (See Part 1. C.2.c, E.1.c., E.2.q.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 12.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may result in an impairment of natural functions, or “ecosystem services”, provided by an undeveloped area, including but not limited to stormwater storage, nutrient cycling, wildlife habitat. D2e, E1b E2h, E2m, E2o, E2n, E2p b. The proposed action may result in the loss of a current or future recreational resource. C2a, E1c, C2c, E2q c. The proposed action may eliminate open space or recreational resource in an area with few such resources. C2a, C2c E1c, E2q d. The proposed action may result in loss of an area now used informally by the community as an open space resource. C2c, E1c e. Other impacts: 12. Impact on Critical Environmental Areas The proposed action may be located within or adjacent to a critical environmental area (CEA). (See Part 1. E.3.d) If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, go to Section 13.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may result in a reduction in the quantity of the resource or characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA. E3d b. The proposed action may result in a reduction in the quality of the resource or characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA. E3d c. Other impacts: Page 8 of 13  9 9 99 99 9 9 99 99  99 9 9 9 9 9 9  9 9 9 9 9 9 13. Impact on Transportation The proposed action may result in a change to existing transportation systems.  NO (See Part 1. D.2.j) If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 14.  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. Projected traffic increase may exceed capacity of existing road network. D2j b. The proposed action may result in the construction of paved parking area for 500 or more vehicles. D2j c. The proposed action will degrade existing transit access. D2j d. The proposed action will degrade existing pedestrian or bicycle accommodations. D2j e. The proposed action may alter the present pattern of movement of people or goods. D2j f. Other impacts: 14. Impact on Energy The proposed action may cause an increase in the use of any form of energy.  NO (See Part 1. D.2.k) If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 15.  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action will require a new, or an upgrade to an existing, substation. D2k b. The proposed action will require the creation or extension of an energy transmission or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two-family residences or to serve a commercial or industrial use. D1f, D1q, D2k c. The proposed action may utilize more than 2,500 MWhrs per year of electricity. D2k d. The proposed action may involve heating and/or cooling of more than 100,000 square feet of building area when completed. D1g e. Other Impacts: 15. Impact on Noise, Odor, and Light The proposed action may result in an increase in noise, odors, or outdoor lighting.  NO (See Part 1. D.2.m., n., and o.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 16.  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may produce sound above noise levels established by local regulation. D2m b. The proposed action may result in blasting within 1,500 feet of any residence, hospital, school, licensed day care center, or nursing home. D2m, E1d c. The proposed action may result in routine odors for more than one hour per day. D2o Page 9 of 13 9 9 9 9 9 9   9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 d. The proposed action may result in light shining onto adjoining properties. D2n e. The proposed action may result in lighting creating sky-glow brighter than existing area conditions. D2n, E1a f. Other impacts: 16. Impact on Human Health The proposed action may have an impact on human health from exposure  NO to new or existing sources of contaminants. (See Part 1.D.2.q., E.1. d. f. g. and h.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - m. If “No”, go to Section 17.  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No,or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action is located within 1500 feet of a school, hospital, licensed day care center, group home, nursing home or retirement community. E1d b. The site of the proposed action is currently undergoing remediation. E1g, E1h c. There is a completed emergency spill remediation, or a completed environmental site remediation on, or adjacent to, the site of the proposed action. E1g, E1h d. The site of the action is subject to an institutional control limiting the use of the property (e.g., easement or deed restriction). E1g, E1h e. The proposed action may affect institutional control measures that were put in place to ensure that the site remains protective of the environment and human health. E1g, E1h f. The proposed action has adequate control measures in place to ensure that future generation, treatment and/or disposal of hazardous wastes will be protective of the environment and human health. D2t g. The proposed action involves construction or modification of a solid waste management facility. D2q, E1f h. The proposed action may result in the unearthing of solid or hazardous waste. D2q, E1f i. The proposed action may result in an increase in the rate of disposal, or processing, of solid waste. D2r, D2s j. The proposed action may result in excavation or other disturbance within 2000 feet of a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste. E1f, E1g E1h k. The proposed action may result in the migration of explosive gases from a landfill site to adjacent off-site structures. E1f, E1g l. The proposed action may result in the release of contaminated leachate from the project site. D2s, E1f, D2r m. Other impacts: Page 10 of 13   9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 17. Consistency with Community Plans The proposed action is not consistent with adopted land use plans. (See Part 1. C.1, C.2. and C.3.) If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, go to Section 18.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action’s land use components may be different from, or in sharp contrast to, current surrounding land use pattern(s). C2, C3, D1a E1a, E1b b. The proposed action will cause the permanent population of the city, town or village in which the project is located to grow by more than 5%. C2 c. The proposed action is inconsistent with local land use plans or zoning regulations. C2, C2, C3 d. The proposed action is inconsistent with any County plans, or other regional land use plans. C2, C2 e. The proposed action may cause a change in the density of development that is not supported by existing infrastructure or is distant from existing infrastructure. C3, D1c, D1d, D1f, D1d, Elb f. The proposed action is located in an area characterized by low density development that will require new or expanded public infrastructure. C4, D2c, D2d D2j g. The proposed action may induce secondary development impacts (e.g., residential or commercial development not included in the proposed action) C2a h. Other: 18. Consistency with Community Character The proposed project is inconsistent with the existing community character. (See Part 1. C.2, C.3, D.2, E.3) If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.  NO  YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action may replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures, or areas of historic importance to the community. E3e, E3f, E3g b. The proposed action may create a demand for additional community services (e.g. schools, police and fire) C4 c. The proposed action may displace affordable or low-income housing in an area where there is a shortage of such housing. C2, C3, D1f D1g, E1a d. The proposed action may interfere with the use or enjoyment of officially recognized or designated public resources. C2, E3 e. The proposed action is inconsistent with the predominant architectural scale and character. C2, C3 f. Proposed action is inconsistent with the character of the existing natural landscape. C2, C3 E1a, E1b E2g, E2h g. Other impacts: Page 11 of 13 19. Impact on Disadvantaged Communities The proposed project may impact a disadvantaged community. NO YES (See Part 1. E.4) If “Yes”, answer questions a -g . If “No”, proceed to Part 3. Relevant No, or Moderate Part I small to large Question(s) impact may occur impact may occur a. Is the potentially affected disadvantaged community identified as having comparatively higher burdens or vulnerabilities by the Disadvantaged Community Assessment Tool? E.4.c b. The proposed action may create new air emissions or increase existing air emissions within a disadvantaged community. D.2.f-i, E.4 c. The proposed action may create new wastewater treatment or discharges, or expand existing wastewater treatment or discharges, within a disadvantaged community. D.2.d d. The proposed action creates or expands a solid or hazardous waste management facility, or involves the generation of solid or hazardous waste, within or near a disadvantaged community. D.2.r, D.2.s, D.2.t, E.1.f, E.1.g e. The proposed action may increase traffic within a disadvantaged community. D.2.j f. The proposed action affects or involves one or more of the following facility C.3.c, D.1.a, types: D.1.g, D.2.a, i. landfill; D.2.d, D.2.f, E.1.a, E.1.b. ii. other industrial, manufacturing, or mining land uses; E.1.h, E.1.v, iii. major oil or chemical bulk storage facility; iv. municipal waste combustor; v. power generation facility; vi. risk management plan site; vii. remediation site; or viii. scrap metal processor. E.4 g. Other impacts: Page 12 of 13 20. Future Physical Climate Risks The proposed project may be vulnerable to future physical climate risks or increase the vulnerability of human or ecological communities to future physical climate risks. NO (See Part 1. E.5) If “Yes”, answer questions a -e. If “No”, proceed to Part 3. YES Relevant Part I Question(s) No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur a. The proposed action is vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood. E2j, E5a b. The proposed action is vulnerable to damage from a projected 500-year flood. E2k, E5b c. The proposed action is in an area potentially affected by sea level rise. E5c d. The proposed action may increase the vulnerability of human or ecological communities to the following: i. drought ii. temperature extremes (hot or cold) iii. extreme storms, including high winds iv. landslides v. coastal erosion vi. stormwater flooding vii. other climate or weather hazards? If yes, describe: _______________________ E5d e. Other impacts: PRINT FULL FORM Page 13 of 13      Agency Use Only [If Applicable] Project : Date : Full Environmental Assessment Form Part 3 - Evaluation of the Magnitude and Importance of Project Impacts and Determination of Significance Part 3 provides the reasons in support of the determination of significance. The lead agency must complete Part 3 for every question in Part 2 where the impact has been identified as potentially moderate to large or where there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action will not, or may, result in a significant adverse environmental impact. Based on the analysis in Part 3, the lead agency must decide whether to require an environmental impact statement to further assess the proposed action or whether available information is sufficient for the lead agency to conclude the proposed action will not have a significant adverse environmental impact. By completing the certification on the next page, the lead agency can complete its determination of significance. Reasons Supporting This Determination: To complete this section:  Identify the impact based on the Part 2 responses and describe its magnitude. Magnitude considers factors such as severity, size, or extent of an impact.  Assess the importance of the impact. Importance relates to the geographic scope, duration, probability of the impact occurring, number of people affected by the impact, and any additional environmental consequences if the impact were tooccur.  The assessment should take into consideration any design element or project changes.  Repeat this process for each Part 2 question where the impact has been identified as potentially moderate to large or where there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action will not, or may, result in a significant adverse environmental impact.  Provide the reason(s) why the impact may, or will not, result in a significant adverse environmental impact.  For Conditional Negative Declarations identify the specific condition(s) imposed that will modify the proposed action so that no significant adverse environmental impacts will result.  Attach additional sheets, as needed. Determination of Significance - Type 1 and Unlisted Actions SEQR Status:  Type 1   Unlisted Identify portions of EAF completed for this Project: Part 1  Part 2  Part 3 FEAF 2026 Bomber Heights Solar September 1, 2026    Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, as noted, plus this additional support information and considering both the magnitude and importance of each identified potential impact, it is the conclusion of the as lead agency that:  A. This project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued.  B. Although this project could have a significant adverse impact on the environment, that impact will be avoided or substantially mitigated because of the following conditions that will be required by the lead agency: There will, therefore, be no significant adverse impacts from the project as conditioned, and, therefore, this conditioned negative declaration is issued. A conditioned negative declaration may be used only for UNLISTED actions (see 6 NYCRR 617.7(d)).  C. This Project may result in one or more significant adverse impacts on the environment and an environmental impact statement must be prepared to further assess the impact(s) and possible mitigation and to explore alternatives to avoid or reduce those impacts. Accordingly, this positive declaration is issued. Name of Action: Name of Lead Agency: Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency: Title of Responsible Officer: Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency: Date: Signature of Preparer (if different from Responsible Officer) Date: For Further Information: Contact Person: Address: Telephone Number: E-mail: For Type 1 Actions and Conditioned Negative Declarations, a copy of this Notice is sent to: Chief Executive Officer of the political subdivision in which the action will be principally located (e.g., Town / City / Village of) Other involved agencies (if any) Applicant (if any) Environmental Notice Bulletin: http://www.dec.ny.gov/enb/enb.html Page 2 of 2 Application materials submitted by the applicant (15+/- documents), incuding drawings, reports, studies and photo simulations/viewshed analysis, NYS DEC database information, USFWS reports, staff narrative, reports, and proposed resolutions. Town of Ithaca Planning Board Bomber Heights Solar Project Town of Ithaca Planning Board Caitlin Cameron Planning Board Chair Christine Balestra, Senior Planner Town of Ithaca Planning Department, 215 North Tioga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 607-273-1747, ext. 121 cbalestra@townithacany.gov 1 Part 3 – Evaluation of the Magnitude and Importance of Project Impacts & Determination of Significance Bomber Heights Solar Project- Troy Road State Environmental Quality Review Full Environmental Assessment Form Action: Preliminary Site Plan Approval Location: Troy Road, Tax Parcel No. 49.-1-26.2 Lead Agency: Town of Ithaca Planning Board Involved Agency: Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Description: The project involves the construction of the Bomber Heights large-scale community solar photovoltaic system, located on Troy Road, consisting of a 5MWac single-axis sun tracking solar array system on approximately 31 acres of land. The project also includes installing two inverter/transformer equipment pads, solar energy battery storage, new overhead utility (NYSEG) interconnects and poles, eight-foot tall fencing, stormwater management facilities, access drive, and other site elements. The project is located in the Low-Density Residential Zone, in the Large-Scale Photovoltaic Solar Energy System Overlay District, which permits large scale systems with Site Plan Approval by the Planning Board. The Planning Board reviewed a sketch plan for the proposal on March 3, 2026. The proposed action is a Type I Action, pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617 (State Environmental Quality Review), because the project includes an action that involves the physical alteration of 10 acres (617.4 (c)(6)(i)). The project is also a Type I Action pursuant to the Town of Ithaca Town Code Chapter 148, Environmental Quality Review, because it involves the authorization of industrial or commercial uses within a residential or agricultural district applying to a parcel of land of 10 or more acres (148.5.A (1)). The Planning Board declared their intent to be the Lead Agency in the environmental review of this project on March 3, 2026. The Zoning Board of Appeals is an Involved Agency in the coordinated review and will be responsible for considering variances for the project relative to the amount of clear-cutting proposed for the project (Town Code, §270-5, and §270-219.1.G(2)(c)[5][b]). This is described in #1 and #7 below. 1. Impact on Land a. The proposed action may involve construction on land where the depth to water table is less than 3 feet. b. The proposed action may involve construction on slopes of 15% or greater. c. The proposed action may involve construction on land where bedrock is exposed, or generally within 5 feet of existing ground surface. f. The proposed action may result in increased erosion, whether from physical disturbance or vegetation removal (including from treatment by herbicides). Briefly describe the impact on land: The 62+/- acre parcel on Troy Road is maintained as a mix of open fields, meadow, brush, and wooded areas. The majority of the property is gently sloping, with streams located in the southeast and northeast corners, respectively. There are two overhead NYSEG 2 power lines that bisect the property and run towards the existing NYSEG substation on East King Road to the south. The parcel is bound on the north by vacant land and residences near the intersection of Troy and Coddington Roads, on the east by vacant land and residences along Coddington Road, on the south by the utility’s substation and residences along East King Road, and on the west by Troy Road. The overall property contains very few areas with slopes that exceed 15%, as more than 75% of the property contains 0-10% slopes. The entirety of the solar array footprint will reside in areas with slopes 10% or less, with the majority of the array footprint located in areas with slopes 5% or less. According to the EAF Part 1, this property contains a somewhat shallow depth to bedrock and depth to water table in some areas. The soils are also poorly drained. While this would make for less than ideal conditions for construction of structures (e.g. residences, buildings, etc.), it will not create significant environmental impacts for the installation of the proposed solar array. In terms of erosion and physical disturbance, there will be limited ground disturbance and grading associated with the project. The solar array will be constructed on a post and rack system with pile-driven posts, and panels elevated off the ground, so the array itself will cause minimal ground disturbance. This will significantly limit overall site disturbance and will only result in about 1.41+/- acres of impervious surface over the 31+/- acre portion of the property that will be utilized for the solar project. The area underneath and surrounding the panels will be vegetated and will be managed via mowing. Most of the site disturbance will be associated with the installation of the equipment/battery storage pads, gravel access roads, and stormwater management facilities. The project site will be fenced, and special care will be taken to avoid wetlands that are on the site. Additional details relating to wetland and stream mitigations are discussed in #’s 3 and 5 below. Additional information associated with vegetation loss is discussed in #7 below. Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section can be considered small in magnitude. 3. Impacts on Surface Water (description of impact is grouped with #5 below) d. The proposed action may involve construction within or adjoining a freshwater or tidal wetland, or in the bed or banks of any other water body. h. The proposed action may cause soil erosion or otherwise create a source of stormwater discharge that may lead to siltation or other degradation of receiving water bodies. i. The proposed action may affect the water quality of any water bodies within or downstream of the site of the proposed action. 5. Impact on Flooding d. The proposed action may result in, or require, modification of existing drainage patterns. Briefly describe the impact on surface water and flooding: Waterbodies within or downstream of the site: There are wetlands on the property that have been delineated and are included on all of the plans associated with the solar project. The project will avoid wetlands to the greatest extent possible. The access road, equipment pad, and other structures are largely located around the wetlands. There will be no digging or trenching within any wetlands, which will further mitigate impacts. The application materials include correspondence between the applicant and the NYSDEC, indicating that the wetlands are non-jurisdictional and would not require 3 permits from the NYSDEC (letter to Dustin Bradley, LaBella Associates, dated 6/04/2025). The NYSDEC Lead Agency response letter has also noted that the project site is not within a New York State protected Freshwater Wetland. It is unclear if the Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) will require a Nationwide Permit for work within or near the wetlands. The applicant has submitted an application to the ACOE but has not yet heard back. Given the limited disturbance to the wetlands, it is not anticipated that the ACOE will require mitigations that will change the site layout or project scale. In addition to the wetlands, there are two DEC-regulated Class A streams on the property. One stream is located along the northeast corner of the property, and one is located along the southeast corner of the property. Neither waterbody will be directly impacted by the proposal (the applicant has moved proposed array away from the northeastern stream). Any potential indirect impacts will be mitigated with the proposed stormwater management practices noted below. The NYSDEC has indicated that a Stream Disturbance Permit could be required for the project. The Planning Board should condition final approvals on the applicant obtaining all necessary NYSDEC and/or ACOE permits for the project. Soil Erosion, Water Quality, Water Quantity, & Flooding: According to application materials, there is minimal ground disturbance associated with this project and only approximately 1.41+/- acre of impervious surface will be created. The solar array is on a rack system that is elevated off the ground, and the proposed equipment/battery pads and access roads will require minimal grading. To mitigate soil migration offsite, the applicant proposes installing silt fencing around the site, creating a stabilized construction entrance, and performing temporary soil stabilization. Permanent stormwater management devices will be installed to maintain sheet flow conditions on the site and to maintain pre-condition drainage patterns and peak discharge rates. After construction, the disturbed areas will be seeded with locally appropriate seed mix to prevent soil damage, promote deep root growth, and provide permanent soil stabilization. The applicant proposes to install grass filter strips along the equipment/battery storage pads and access road to provide water quality treatment of stormwater runoff that is generated by the proposed project. These and other practices are described in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) that was submitted to the Town’s Engineering Department for their review and approval. The Engineering Department has reviewed the SWPPP for the project and deemed the proposed SWPPP to be conceptually acceptable in terms of mitigating environmental impacts related to stormwater. According to the letter from the Town’s engineering consultant, the project will require a specific landscaping plan for the bioretention basin, updated calculations, clarifications of terms, and other items (see application materials, Barton & Loguidice letter dated August 19, 2026, to Justin McNeal, Director of Engineering). Revised materials and calculations should be submitted prior to final site plan approval to ensure that the project is in conformance with applicable local and state stormwater regulations. Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section can be considered small in magnitude. 4 7. Impact on Plants and Animals a. The proposed action may cause reduction in population of loss of individuals and threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site. b. The proposed action may result in the reduction or degradation of any habitat used by any rare, threatened, or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the federal government. Briefly describe the impact on plants and animals: There will be approximately 17+/- acres of tree and vegetation removal associated with this project (evaluated in the SWPPP noted above). The application materials include a “NLEB and Glaucous Sedge Habitat Assessment Memo,” prepared by LaBella, dated July 17, 2026. The report indicates that the property contains red maple, northern red oak, white oak, shagbark hickory, white pine, and white ash trees. The summary of findings from the report indicates that there is suitable habitat and roost trees on the property for the northern long- eared bat (NLEB) and the tri-colored bat. The NLEB is an endangered species listed by both United States Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC). Both bat species live and roost in dead and live trees with exfoliating bark, tree cavities, crevices, hollows of trees greater than 3 inches DBH, leaf clusters, and Spanish moss. Per the findings “All suitable habitat trees found were dead, dying, or alive with hollows, crevices, or peeling bark. Each tree had a DBH greater than 3 inches with some greater than 50 inches.” The report contains a figure (Figure 1) and photo log that shows the locations on the site where suitable habitat exists. Most of these areas are the same areas proposed for clearcutting to accommodate the solar project. The LaBella study also noted that there is suitable habitat for two threatened plant species listed by the NYS DEC. The glaucous and reflexed sedges are both associated with red maple, white ash, white pine, northern red oak, white oak trees. The report, which was completed in January, did not find the presence of either sedge on the property but mentioned that "the presence of these species may need to be confirmed during the growing season, between May and July.” This has been added as a condition of approval for the Planning Board to consider, should the board approve the solar project. The application materials contain letters issued by the (USFWS), dated 05/29/2026, that determine that the project will “NLAA” (Not Likely To Adversely Affect) the potential NLEB and tri-colored bat habitats. However, both the LaBella study and the USFWS documents recommend taking the following conservative precautions:  Minimize clearing- leave as many potential roosts as possible, including snag and cavity trees  Either all site disturbance should take place between Nov. 1 and March 31, or an acoustic bat survey should be conducted between May 15 and August 15 to determine presence or possible absence of bats  If any roosts are discovered after March 31, then no tree cutting during pup season (July 1- Aug 15) The Planning Board should discuss these mitigations with the applicant at the meeting. The applicant is aware of the potential presence of NLEB habitat and understands that there may be the need for additional precautions. The attached draft resolution contains a condition for the board to consider, should the board approve the solar project. According to the solar provisions in Town Code (§270-219.1.G(2)(c)[5][b][i]), “removal of trees and other existing vegetation shall be limited to what is necessary for the construction, operation and 5 maintenance of the photovoltaic solar energy system” and “clear-cutting shall not occur on more than 20% of 10 acres on the lot, and clear-cutting shall not occur on more than 10% of the balance of the acreage on the lot.” The Director of Code Enforcement issued a letter to the applicant during the sketch plan review stage (dated 5/7/26), requesting clarification on the proposed tree clearing for the project to determine if any variances from Town Code were necessary. In the letter, the clear-cutting evaluations for this project were established as follows (considering the whole 62+/- acre parcel):  For the first 10 acres: 20% allowable clear-cutting = 2.0 acres  Remaining acreage (52.01 acres): 10% allowable clear-cutting = 4.201 acres  Total clearcutting permitted = 6.201 acres  Application materials show “tree clearing and grubbing area” totaling approximately 23.16 acres (Sheet C100). The letter from the Code Enforcement Office required the submittal of “a detailed tree survey, identifying all trees measuring 6 inches or greater DBH and the extent of canopy removal.” The applicant has instead applied for a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals to clear-cut 23+/- acres, which is around 17+/- acres more than what is permitted by Town Code. As the Zoning Board of Appeals is required to grant the minimum variance necessary for the project, this could be considered a significant variance request. The lack of a tree survey, combined with the presence of potential NLEB habitat and the proposal to clear-cut three times the acreage permitted by zoning might result in potential negative environmental impacts to an endangered species whose habitat could exist on the property. The Planning Board should discuss this with the applicant at the meeting. The project includes a wildlife-friendly, wire mesh fence that will surround the acreage associated with the solar array. The fence is required to be designed to allow the passage of small animals and reptiles. The fence will impact large animals (coyote, deer) by forcing them to go around the fenced area. However, the fence is not expected to impact animal migration patterns or break up any known ecological/wildlife corridors. The project also includes seeding the site with a grazing and pollinator-friendly seed mix that will promote foraging and pollinator habitat in the project area. The project will apply EPA and DEC- compliant herbicide use that is specific to targeting invasive species that may encroach on the property. The pollinator seed mix should contain plants preferred by the monarch butterfly, which is currently a proposed threatened species by USFWS; and the proposed herbicide should not be harmful to pollinators. Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section can be considered moderate in magnitude. The Board should consider requiring the mitigation measures mentioned above to reduce environmental impacts on potential NLEB and tri-colored bat habitats and sedge species. 9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources c. The proposed action may be visible from publicly accessible vantage points (seasonally or year-round) Briefly describe the impact on aesthetic resources: The solar array will be installed at least 300 feet into the property off of Troy Road. The frontage will be screened with a row of conifer trees, planted 6 and maintained by the applicant. Aesthetic and/or visual impacts are limited to those traveling along the road, or from looking in the direction of the array from across the road. Although the project will be viewable from Troy road, the project will be hidden behind trees and vegetation along the Coddington and King Road East road frontages. The Town of Ithaca and Tompkins County have established Scenic Resources Inventories that identify significant views in the South Hill area. Troy Road is not a designated federal or state scenic byway. There are no scenic views in the project area listed in the county inventory, but there are scenic views listed in the town inventory. Views “21” and “22” (attached to the EAF Part 1) are listed in the Town Scenic Resource Inventory but are not considered “gateway” or “significant” views. View 21 is located along Coddington Road. View 22 is located within the Eastern Heights Park on east hill and is the view from the park pavilion. The project will not impact these views, as it will not be visible from these viewpoints. The viewshed analysis provided by the applicant illustrates this, particularly in figures C- 2k, C-2l, C-2q, and C-2r. Therefore, there are no identified scenic resources around the project site that would be impacted by the proposed development. The project will mitigate impacts to immediate views along Troy Road with proposed conifer trees, which will provide year-round screening. Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section would be considered small in magnitude. 14. Impact on Energy a. The proposed action will require a new, or an upgrade to an existing substation. Briefly describe the impact on energy: The proposed project is located along an existing electric distribution line and is in one of the few locations in the Town of Ithaca that have been identified in the Solar Law (Town Code §270-219.1) as being appropriate for large-scale solar facilities. The applicant has obtained approval from NYSEG to connect the new solar facility to the distribution grid to NYSEG’s South Hill Substation. The plans do not show installation of any new utility poles along Troy Road to accommodate the project. The proposed solar project will reduce the amount of fossil- fuel generated electricity that is produced and needs to be moved across transmission and distribution lines, which will result in a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section would be considered small in magnitude. 15. Impact on Noise and Light a. The proposed action may produce sound above noise levels established by local regulation. f. Other impacts: The project includes lighting that must comply with the Town of Ithaca Code, Chapter 173, Outdoor Lighting. Briefly describe the impact on noise and light: The project will create noise impacts during construction of the solar array and related infrastructure. These impacts will be temporary and will cease once the project is completed. The project materials include a glint and glare study with more than 40 observation points. The study indicated that some travel routes might experience some “green” glare from the proposed facility. According to the study, green glare is defined as “glare with a low potential to cause flash blindness” 7 (as opposed to yellow or red glare, which has potential to cause temporary or permanent flash blindness, respectively). Planning staff conducted a site visit along these travel routes on a sunny day in late July and discovered that the model in the glint and glare study did not consider existing topography, structures, or vegetation (page 6 of the study does state that “vegetation was not fully modeled in the analysis, and existing or future vegetative conditions may further reduce visibility of the array.”) Staff noticed particular discrepancy after traveling along Route 4- King Road East and Ridgecrest Road, which is listed in the study as the route with the “greatest modeled exposure.” Route 4 contains rolling hills, residences/other buildings, and thick vegetative screening. Staff concluded that the proposed solar array would be completely blocked by buildings, trees, and other structures along this routes, and that there are, in fact, no publicly travelled routes that will experience glare from the solar project. The project may include safety lighting associated with the equipment/battery storage units. The plans do not show installation of any new NYSEG utility poles along Troy Road to accommodate the project. However, any proposed outdoor lighting will be required to comply with the provisions of Town of Ithaca Code Chapter 173, Outdoor Lighting. The Code contains provisions related to glare and dark-sky compliancy. Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section would be considered small in magnitude. 18. Consistency with Community Character f. Proposed action is inconsistent with the character of the existing natural landscape. Briefly describe the impact on community character: The project site is a mix of open fields, meadow, brush, and wooded areas, with two overhead NYSEG power lines that bisect the property. The proposed solar array – or any other type of development on the site - would be in contrast with the character of the existing natural landscape. However, the proposed solar array will be located at least 300 feet from Troy Road and will contain a line of conifer trees along the frontage that will screen its view along the road. The property is surrounded by thick vegetation outside of the project area that will be preserved and will screen the array from the rear yards of residences that abut the property on Coddington Road and King Road East. The project also includes a decommissioning plan that will restore the land back to its prior use if there is (1) a lack of solar production for six continuous months, (2) a lack of a current local permit, (3) failure to maintain any required decommissioning bond or other security, and (4) a violation of any site plan conditions or permit conditions that continues more than 90 days after the town provides written notice of such violation. The decommissioning plan will ensure that the character of the property will be re-established if and when the solar use terminates. The array and components will be dismantled and recycled, roads and stormwater facilities will be removed, screening will remain unless the town requires removal, topsoil will be replaced, and any disturbed areas will be re- seeded with native species. The solar law that created the Large-Scale Photovoltaic Solar Energy System Overlay District on this parcel is consistent with the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, which included Goal EC-5-B to “revise Town regulations to facilitate local renewable energy production and use.” The solar law is also consistent with Ithaca Town Board Resolution No. 2020-049 (Resolution in Support of a Green New Deal (GND)), 8 and Ithaca Town Code Chapters 135 (Community Choice Aggregation (Energy) Program) and 144 (Energy Code Supplement). Based on the above information, impacts identified in this section would be considered small in magnitude. Staff Recommendation, Determination of Significance A negative determination of environmental significance is recommended for the action as proposed, based on review of the materials submitted for the proposed action, the information above, and analysis of the magnitude and importance of the project impacts. Lead Agency: Town of Ithaca Planning Board – Preliminary Site Plan Review Reviewer: Christine Balestra, Senior Planner Review Date: August 24, 2026