Due to their age, historic significance, or often sensitive nature, cultural resources are usually protected by federal, state, and sometimes local regulations. Cardno JFNew can help you meet the requirements of regulatory agencies at all levels.
If your project receives any type of federal funding, permit, or license, that federal agency must consider the effect your project will have on cultural resources. Typically this involves complying with the National Historic Preservation Act's Section 106 requirements, but it may also involve other laws such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance process.
Even if your project does not have federal involvement, certain state and local regulations may require the planning process to consider cultural resources. If your project is on state land or involves state funds, you may need to follow a cultural resource management process specific to that state. Cardno JFNew is well versed in the laws that govern and protect cultural resources in the following states:
- Indiana
- Historic Preservation Act (IC 14-21-1)
- General Cemetery Act (IC 23-14)
- Illinois
- Historic Preservation Act (ILCS 3410/1 through 3410/2)
- State Agency Historic Resources Protection Act (20 ILCS 3420/6)
- Archeological and Paleontological Resources Protection Act (20 ILCS 3435/.01 through 3435/2)
- Michigan
- Aboriginal Records and Antiquities Act (§324.76102)
- Ohio
- Revised Code §§149.51, 149.53, and 149.54
- Wisconsin
- Statutes §§23.095, 23.79, 29.921, 29.927, and 29.931
Cardno JFNew can perform the following steps to help you complete your project:
Background Research
Look for any cultural resources that could be a red flag for your project and address them early in the process.
Phase I Survey
Identify any cultural resources that may be present in your project area.
Phase II Evaluation
Evaluate the significance of cultural resources according to regulatory requirements.
Phase III Mitigation
Help mitigate adverse effects to cultural resources and coordinate with regulators.
For a list of Frequently Asked Questions on Cultural Resources, visit here.