FAQs

• What forms or documents need to be submitted to obtain site approval?
  Answer:

  The completed Form DAS-053 with attachments, and the property appraisals.

• I have multiple projects occurring at the same school site a CV code violation RR roof replacement and EC energy conservation each having a separate State Project Number. Does each of these projects require a separate Form DAS-053 submission?
  Answer: No. This form is to be used for site acquisition grants only.
• Will an incomplete or un-submitted Form DAS-053 impact my grant approval?
  Answer:

  Yes, a completed Form DAS-053 is required and must be submitted at the time of grant application in order to allow a grant commitment letter* to be issued.

  *NOTE: Issuance of a grant commitment letter does not guarantee grant approval.  Plan Review department review, approval and sign-off must be obtained to complete the grant process.

• What type of acknowledgment will I receive from the Office of Grants Administration once a completed Form DAS-053 has been submitted?
  Answer: Any issues discovered in submission documents will be addressed.  The DAS will provide a notification of deficiency either through email correspondence or via a telephone call, followed up by a formal letter.
• Do all school construction projects require submission of Form DAS-053? Does every school construction project require site approval?
  Answer: No. This form is to be used for site acquisition grants only.
• My school construction site is located on or near a waterway. How do I know what permits or approvals are required?
  Answer:

  1. Initially, meet with local officials regarding a Storm Water Pollution Control Plan (SPCP), a DEEP Storm Water Discharge Permit, Flood Management Permit and approvals, local Inland Wetlands and Watercourses requirements, Health Department regulations, Zoning requirements and Building Permits.