Q. The Forest Service told me that you are looking over an archaeological report for my proposed gold mine, when can I begin mining?

A. The SHPO will normally respond to an agency's submission within 30 days. The status of our review and maximum response date can be obtained from Rebecca Palmer (775) 684-3443 or Rebecca Ossa (775) 684-3441. The federal agency is responsible for authorizing a permit, even if we've already sent a letter agreeing with the findings of a report.

Q. There is an old building that is going to be torn down, what can you do about it?

A. Contact Rebecca Ossa (775) 684-3441; She can assist you directly or direct you to the appropriate government official.

Q. How do I get my historic house listed in the National Register of Historic Places?

A. Contact Terri McBride, (775) 684-3445 for application forms. 

Q. My property is listed In National Register of Historic Places.  Are there requirements or restrictions on what I can do with my property?

A.  Click here for National Park Service information for property owners of National Register properties.  Also, you can click here for information on tax credits available to owners of National Register properties.

Q. How do I apply for a National Park Service Grant and a Commission for Cultural Affairs grant?

A. Contact Kelly Osborne (775) 684-3446 for applications. The deadlines for the NPS grant are December 1 of each calendar year and the deadline for the CCA grant is October 1 of each calendar year.

Q. Who do I report an archaeological site to?

A. If the site is on public lands and the land managing agency is known, then call the land managing agency directly. If land ownership or management is private or unknown contact Rebecca Palmer (775) 684-3443 or Terri McBride (775) 684-3445.

Q. To whom do I report an ancient human burial discovered in construction work?

A. If the site is on public lands and the land managing agency is known, then call the land managing agency directly. If land ownership or management is private or unknown contact Alice Baldrica (775) 684-3444 or Rebecca Palmer (775) 684-3443. If there is any chance that the burial is recent, then contact local law enforcement.

Q. Who do I contact to report damage to a historic marker?

A. Contact Mara Jones (775) 684-3439.