Frequently Asked QuestionS

Q. Why is the Navy building a new Recreational Vehicle (RV) park?

A. Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) has identified a need to construct a new RV Park at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Annapolis. The existing RV Park at NSA Annapolis does not meet the requirements of modern RVs, does not meet Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) requirements, is not large enough to meet the demand for RV/camping facilities in the region, and does not have sufficient space to accommodate additional RV pads. The new facility would allow MWR to meet the important mission of serving our military families at NSA Annapolis.

Q. What level of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis is being completed for this Proposed Action?

A. The Navy is preparing an Environmental Assessment (EA) in accordance with the NEPA, as implemented by the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) Regulations and Navy regulations for implementing the NEPA. The EA will analyze the potential environmental impacts of constructing and operating a new RV Park at NSA Annapolis to support the MWR mission.

Q. What is the Proposed Action?

A. The MWR program proposes to construct a new RV Park at NSA Annapolis. The RV Park would include the following:

• Approximately 35-50 new concrete RV pads that would be approximately 40 feet by 20 feet with an adjacent car pad

• At least four RV sites would meet the ABA-compliance guidelines

• Electrical service and freeze-proof hose water and sewer connections

• An ABA-accessible Comfort Station with a laundry facility and family style unisex cabana-style rooms that each hold a shower, sink, and toilet; vending machines; Wi-Fi; and an enclosed dumpster and recycling pad

• Water and sewer infrastructure and other utilities would be provided to the site as necessary

• Natural surroundings, such as trees and shrubs, would be preserved to the maximum extent possible and additional trees would be planted

Q. How large is the RV Park?

A. Approximately 35-50 new concrete RV pads that would be approximately 40 feet by 20 feet with an adjacent car pad. The RV Park would be approximately 3-4.5 acres.

Q. How many alternatives are being analyzed in the Environmental Assessment (EA) and where are they located?

A. Two action alternatives and the No Action Alternative are being analyzed in the EA. The two action alternatives are located at: Alternative 1 - Greenbury Point at Possum Point and Alternative 2 - North Severn Complex at Beach Road. The Proposed Action would not be implemented via the No Action Alternative. The No Action Alternative would not meet the purpose of and need for the Proposed Action; however, the No Action Alternative is carried forward for analysis in the EA to establish a comparative baseline for analysis.

Q. Did the Navy consider any other areas to build?

A. Four other alternatives were considered but will not be carried forward for analysis in the EA. These alternatives are listed below:
1. Expanding the Existing Navy Getaways Campground
2. Construction of a New RV Park at Gage Road
3. Construct New RV Park adjacent to the Nature Center on Greenbury Point
4. Construct New RV Park on the Upper or Lower Yards

Q. What Agency consultation is required for cultural resources?

A. The Navy completes Section 106 consultations with the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and its implementing regulations at 36 CFR Part 800. In 2020, the Navy completed Section 106 consultation with the SHPO for the construction of an RV Park at Possum Point. Concurrence from SHPO for no adverse effect to historic properties was received. Continued consultation with the SHPO for the Proposed Action will be completed.

Q. What is the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) The ABA is the first federal law to address access to the built environment.

A. Passed by Congress in 1968, it ensures access to many federally funded facilities to this day. The ABA greatly informed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and its requirements for access to facilities in the private and state and local government sectors.

Q. How long has the Navy been planning the RV Park?

A. The proposed RV Park and associated facilities were outlined in the 2018 NSA Annapolis Installation Development Plan and associated Greenbury Point Area Development Plan. The RV Park assists in the goal of increasing the availability of morale, welfare, and recreational opportunities in the area.

Q. Who can reserve a space at the RV Park?

A. The RV Park serves authorized patrons including active duty service members, DoD civilians, dependents, and retirees.

Q. What would happen to the existing RV park?

A. The existing RV Park would continue to be used for RVs that do not require the larger pads and modernized facility features, and for visitors who do not require ABA accessibility. Q. What are the operating hours of the RV Park? A. RV Parks are utilized 24/7. Normal check-in would be with Recreation Lodging between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Late check-ins are accommodated and coordinated prior to arrival.

Q. Would an RV Park meet the goals identified in the Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP)?

A. NSA Annapolis has developed and implemented an INRMP. One of the stated goals of the INRMP is to provide outdoor recreational opportunities for station personnel, their dependents and guests within the constraints of the installation mission and capability of the natural resources. The INRMP further defines recreational opportunities to be consumptive or non-consumptive outdoor recreation. Non-consumptive outdoor recreation includes but is not limited to primitive and RV camping. An example of camping facilities located at NSA Annapolis includes primitive and RV campsites.

Q. When will the RV park construction begin?

A. Project was approved by Congress in December of 2023. Request for Proposals (RFPs) will go out upon the completion of the EA, approximately in January of 2025 with project awarded no later than December of 2025. The project is a Design/Build, so plans are not required prior to the RFP. An actual construction start date is unknown at this time.

Q. Will the construction of an RV Park impact the Greenbury Point trails?

A. No, the RV Park would not impact the existing nature trails or the Tower Access Roads.

Q. Will appropriated funds (taxpayer dollars) be used to construct and operate the RV Park?

A. No

Q. Where will the proceeds go?

A. Profits from the RV Park would remain in the MWR fund to support our sailors locally and contribute to future re-capitalization projects.

Q. Will the EA assess cumulative impacts associated with other future projects (i.e. a golf course) on Greenbury Point?

A. The EA will include an analysis of the cumulative impacts associated with other officially proposed projects. However, a proposal for a new golf course on Greenbury Point is not under consideration by NSA Annapolis. Any proposed future action(s) on Greenbury Point, not included in the analysis for the RV Park EA, will undergo review in compliance with all applicable environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act. 

Q. What is the WNY land exchange?

A.  The Navy is obtaining approximately 6.33 acres of land at the SEFC adjacent to the northwest perimeter of the WNY to improve the overall antiterrorism posture of the WNY via a land exchange. The land exchange agreement includes the exchange of the SEFC E Parcels for the WNY Southeast Corner, private development on the WNY SE corner and upgrades at the WNY provided by the developer as in-kind considerations.

Q. What is the status of the land exchange?

A. The Record of Decision (ROD) has been signed completing the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) requirements. There are still some regulatory approvals required and final negotiations before closing. We expect to close on the agreement sometime early 2024.

 
Q. Where can we obtain the land exchange agreement?
A.  For releasable information on the land exchange contact the Naval District Washington Public Affairs officer.
 
Q. Where can I get more details on the proposed action and alternatives?
A.  Additional information can be found at the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) webpage HERE

Q. What kind of in-kind consideration?
A.   In-kind considerations may include construction or maintenance of Navy real property. In-kind considerations from the developer could include upgrades to the Riverwalk and Piers, projects which would benefit the Navy and the local community.

Q. When will the WNY Land Exchange be consummated?
A. The deal is scheduled to close some time shortly after 1 October 2023, pending a signed Record of Decision (ROD) under NEPA.

Q. What is the Navy planning for the newly acquired land?
A. The Navy has proposed enabling the Navy Museum Foundation to build a new flagship U.S. Navy Museum on the new site. 

Q. Is the O St. Gate going to close?
A.  Not permanently. There will be some impacts as construction begins to modify the existing gate, but it will be redesigned to allow traffic flow for people working at the WNY and ingress/egress to the new private sector development.
 
Q. When is the O St. Gate redevelopment going to start?
A.  Estimated modification of the O St. Gate begins December 2024.
 
Q. What WNY buildings are impacted (outside the fenceline)?
A.         B386 (garage – will remain on WNY ideally with 2-3 additional floors; however, plans are tentative),
B405 (garage) WNY will transfer to the developer, but the Navy will retain several hundred shared spaces for future use post-construction.
B166 (security) WNY will transfer to a developer.
B70/B154/B68 (Coldwar Gallery), WNY will lose
B218 (Navy Federal) – moving to 184 (former Dunkin Donuts) WNY will lose
B211 (Catering Center) – WNY will lose 
 
Q. How many tenant moves/relocations will result from the LEA?
A. The LEA will require several tenant commands to relocate to a different location on the WNY. NSA Washington is developing a plan for the relocations and will work with tenant commands on their respective new locations. 

Q. When will tenant command relocations/moves start taking place? 
A. The final tenant relocation plan is under review. Once approved, there will be a phased implementation. The first tenant relocation most likely will be moving Public Works out of B166, so they can get settled quickly and be available to facilitate the rest of the moves.
NSAW’s desire is to have B166 vacant by December 2023, with the exception of the NSAW Security Department.  They will remain in place until June 2025.

Q. Will any tenant commands be required to move away from WNY as a result of the land exchange?
A.  No. No commands will be required to move off of the Navy Yard.
 
Q. How will the land exchange impact parking on WNY?
A. The plan is to end up with as many parking spaces as there are currently, or as close as possible, but it will take some time. This will be accomplished by demolishing and replacing parking garage B386 in 2027. The plan is to add additional levels of new parking to make up for some surface parking that will be lost due to the land exchange. In addition, current plans are for the developer to add two additional floors to Garage B405. At the end of the land exchange and construction process, the goal is for the Navy to have as close to the original number of parking spots as possible. There will not be a time when both garages mentioned above are out of service. The Navy is looking at leasing nearby parking to replace lost spaces while construction is underway over the next several years. No construction is planned to begin until around 1 January 2025 (with the exception of modifications to the O Street gate.
 
Q. What are the developer plans for the exchanged land?
A. The developer plans to build a mixed use development, including residential, retail and office. Additional information on developer plans will be available at a later date.

Q. How does the land exchange impact security on WNY?
A.  NSAW and NDW Security Teams are reviewing the changes resulting from the land exchange to assess impact to the installation. The goal is to maintain the same level of security and access control that currently exists at the Navy Yard. 

Q. Are there any planned improvements to any WNY buildings as a result of the LEA?
A. There will be various improvements to WNY buildings and other assets via an In-Kind Consideration (IKC) method. The NDW Commandant, with recommendations provided by the Regional Engineer, and the NSA Washington Commanding Officer will decide how, when and where those IKC projects will be prioritized.
 
Q. Will there be a new perimeter established around the SE corner of WNY?
Yes. The design and location of this new perimeter is under review by NSAW and NDW Security Teams. The new perimeter will include several new turnstiles to provide easy access for WNY personnel to the new private sector development.

Q. Where are we in the process?
A. No decision will be made until the Navy signs a Record of Decision (ROD), completing the NEPA process.

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