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4. Keep changes in the terrain and grading activities to a minimum surrounding a historic property or within the historic districts. 5. Do not use heavy machinery in areas known to have archaeological resources. 6. Contact the Preservation Planner 919-435-9516 and the N.C. Office of State Archaeology 919-814-6550 upon discovery of archaeological deposits. 7. If disturbance is unavoidable, either undertake investigations using professional archaeologists who follow accepted standards, methods, and practices for resource mitigation and/or recovery before beginning a project or retain a professional archaeologist to monitor the site during construction. 8. Metal detecting within the historic districts, on local landmark property, and on town property requires permission from the property owner. Contact the Preservation Planner 919-435-8516 and the N.C. Office of State Archaeology at 919-814-6550 for requirements and standards.
Historic maps can provide valuable information when researching the development patterns and potential archaeological sites.
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