Historic Preservation

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The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), 16 U.S.C. 470 et seq., directs each Federal agency, and those Tribal, State, and Local governments that assume Federal agency responsibilities, to have a historic preservation program - that is, a program to protect historic resources and avoid or minimize possible harm that may result from agency decisions and actions. The NHPA does not prohibit change to historic properties, but it does require that alternatives be considered. Early consideration of historic places in agency planning and full consultation with all concerned citizens are the keys to effective historic preservation. Federal agency responsibilities are mandated particularly in Sections 106 and 110 of the Act.

CDBG Publication, "Preserving America"

Memos

• Guidance for categorizing an activity as maintenance for compliance with HUD's environmental regulations, 24 CFR Parts 50 and 58
• Historic Properties and the Lead Safe Housing Rule
• HUD Environmental Regulations and Section 106 Agreement Documents
• Revised - Advisory Guidance for Converting Projects Subject to Historic Preservation Requirements to "Exempt Activities" under 58.34(a)(12)
• Tribal Consultation & Assumption Authority

Fact sheets

• HP Fact Sheet 1 - Summary of Section 106 Compliance
• HP Fact Sheet 2 - Ten Q&As on Section 106 Compliance
• HP Fact Sheet 3 - Compliance Options for the Section 106 Review Process
• HP Fact Sheet 4 - Criteria for The National Register of Historic Places
• HP Fact Sheet 5 - What Are The Secretary of the Interior's "Professional Qualification standards"?
• HP Fact Sheet 6 - When Should I Do Archaeological Surveys?
• HP Fact Sheet 7 - Historic Property Searches...

• ACHP Citizen's Guide to Section 106
• Certified Local Government Program
• Guidelines for Architectural & Engineering Documentation (HABS/HAER)
• Historic Preservation Learning Portal
• Interior Secretary's Standards for Rehabilitation
• National Center for Preservation Technology & Training
• National Historic Landmarks
• National Register Bulletins & Brochures
• National Register of Historic Places
• NPS Archaeology Program Technical Briefs
• Preservation Briefs
• Working in Local Historic Districts