SHPO Consultations
Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966, as amended, and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (36 CFR 800) state that Federal agencies must take into account the effects that any proposed development project might have on eligible cultural resources and historic properties. M&A has extensive experience in surveying, evaluating, and managing cultural resource sites and properties. Along with M&A’s experience, our personnel have established working relationships with State SHPO offices throughout the country.
With few exceptions, a Section 106 review must be initiated when the construction or modification of a new or existing tower and/or tower compound is proposed. M&A has a thorough working knowledge of the Section 106 Review Process, including the Collocation Agreement and the Nationwide Programmatic Agreement (NPA). All work is performed by individuals who meet the Department of Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards.
As part of a SHPO consultation, M&A will identify properties listed or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places or State equivalent. A site and surrounding area reconnaissance will then be performed to document the impact of the proposed tower on historic properties. Additionally, M&A will initiate Tribal Consultations and identify and invite additional consulting parties (i.e. local government agencies, local historical societies, public involvement, etc.) that may have an interest in the proposed project. Upon completion of the research phase of the consultation, M&A will prepare and submit all necessary forms (FCC Form 620/621) and research documentation to the State SHPO office. A copy of the submission packet will be furnished to the client as requested. M&A can perform a SHPO consultation independently or as part of an FCC NEPA Screen.
In the event that the State SHPO office requires additional assessment, M&A can also provide services such as architectural and archeological assessments. |
