Fillable Project Review Cover Form (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

The Historic Preservation Review Process in New York State

In order to insure that historic preservation is carefully considered in publicly-funded or permitted

undertakings*, there are laws at each level of government that require projects to be reviewed for

their potential impact/effect on historic properties. At the federal level, Section 106 of the National

Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (NHPA) directs the review of federally funded, licensed or permitted

projects. At the state level, Section 14.09 of the New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic

Preservation Law of 1980 performs a comparable function. Local environmental review for

municipalities is carried out under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) of 1978.

regulations on line at:

then select HISTORIC PRESERVATION then select Environmental Review

Project review is conducted in two stages. First, the Field Services Bureau assesses affected

properties to determine whether or not they are listed or eligible for listing in the New York State or

National Registers of Historic Places. If so, it is deemed "historic" and worthy of protection and the

second stage of review is undertaken. The project is reviewed to evaluate its impact on the

properties significant materials and character. Where adverse effects are identified, alternatives are

explored to avoid, or reduce project impacts; where this is unsuccessful, mitigation measures are

developed and formal agreement documents are prepared stipulating these measures.

ALL PROJECTS SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW SHOULD INCLUDE THE

FOLLOWING MATERIAL(S).

Project Description

Attach a full description of the nature and extent of the work to be undertaken as part of this project.

Relevant portions of the project applications or environmental statements may be submitted.

Maps Locating Project

Include a map locating the project in the community. The map must clearly show street and road

names surrounding the project area as well as the location of all portions of the project. Appropriate

maps include tax maps, Sanborn Insurance maps, and/or USGS quadrangle maps.

Photographs

Photographs may be black and white prints, color prints, or color laser/photo copies; standard (black

and white) photocopies are NOT acceptable.

-If the project involves rehabilitation, include photographs of the building(s)

involved. Label each exterior view to a site map and label all interior views.

-If the project involves new construction, include photographs of the surrounding area looking

out from the project site. Include photographs of any buildings (more than 50 years old) that

are located on the project property or on adjoining property.

NOTE: Projects submissions will not be accepted via facsimile or e-mail.

*Undertaking is defined as an agency’s purchase, lease or sale of a property, assistance through grants, loans or

guarantees, issuing of licenses, permits or approvals, and work performed pursuant to delegation or mandate.

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