§ 62-142. Determination of adverse impact.

The owner of a designated historic resource with archaeological significance shall confer with the historic preservation officer prior to any earth-disturbing activity within the established boundaries of a designated archaeological site. A determination shall be made by the historic preservation officer as to whether or not an application for a certificate to excavate is warranted. Said determination shall be based on whether or not there is a substantial adverse impact on the designated resource and the potential for future impacts as a result of the proposed action. The historic preservation officer may request the following information to assist in making the determination:

(1)

Site plans, including landscape plans, where applicable.

(2)

A description of any earth-disturbing activity associated with the project, including depth of excavation and area of coverage.

(3)

Any other information required by the historic preservation officer deemed necessary for making an accurate determination.

(4)

An archaeological test survey, conducted by a professional archaeologist who meets the professional qualification standards as defined by 36 CFR 61 and the Florida department of state, division of historical resources, to further evaluate the extent and significance of archaeological deposits.

If the historic preservation officer makes a determination that the proposed activity will have a substantial adverse impact on a designated archaeological site, an application for a certificate to excavate must be filed with the historic preservation officer. If a determination of no substantial adverse impact is made, the project may proceed without action from the board.

(Ord. No. 91-34, § VIII, 12-19-91)