In order to preserve archaeological and historic sites in the Town of Killingworth, the applicant shall submit a plan for the protection of historical, archaeological, and other unusual features shown under § 500-151D(8). The plan shall describe procedures to identify, protect, preserve or properly remove the features. A plan shall also be submitted should any of the features in § 500-151D(8) be uncovered during work or construction.
The plan shall be undertaken by the applicant
and should include the following:
A.
Identification of any historical, archaeological, and other unusual features shown under § 500-151D(8);
B.
An evaluation of the impact of the development on
the subject sites and features; and
C.
A description of measures to be taken to mitigate
any adverse impact of the development on the site and to protect and
preserve the sites and features. These measures may include inclusion
of the site in land dedicated to open space; conservation easements;
locating roads, buildings, excavations or other improvements so as
to minimize impact on sites; restoration of historic structures; or
proper removal to an appropriate location.
Where it is found that the project will adversely
impact a historically or archaeologically sensitive area or feature,
the Commission shall not approve the project unless:
A.
Provision has been made by the applicant for a more
intensive site investigation to be conducted by qualified professionals,
such as a professional archaeologist or professional historian approved
by the Commission; and/or
B.
The proposed project has been otherwise revised or
modified to protect historic and archaeological sites and to mitigate
adverse impacts.
