Overview
Section 4(f) of the DOT Act of 1966 is triggered by funding or approval from a U.S. DOT agency for a project that proposes "use" of historic property or land from a publicly owned park, recreation area, or refuge. With a focus on historic properties, examine the stringent approval standards of this substantive law and discuss ways to better integrate and streamline Sections 4(f) and 106 with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process.
Faculty
MaryAnn Naber, former Federal Highway Administration Federal Preservation Officer, senior program analyst and FHWA liaison at the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and member of the Transportation Research Board’s Committee on Historic and Archeological Preservation in Transportation; specializing in Section 106 and Section 4(f)
Evaluation Comments
"A well-organized, easy-to-follow review of the 4(f) process."
"The seminar exceeded expectations by clarifying so many terms and language that I have had questions about regarding de minimus and programmatics."
"Clarified issues about when to use and when not to use 4(f)."
"A wonderful course; very informative and thought-provoking."
"The seminar provided a much stronger understanding of Section 4(f). Case studies were very helpful."
Participants
Federal and state managers and consultants preparing compliance documents for federal DOT actions under Section 4(f), NEPA, and/or NHPA.
Related Trainings
Conflict Management and Negotiation Skills for Cultural and Natural Resource Managers
Cultural Landscapes: An Introduction
Cultural Landscapes: Advanced Tools for Managing Change
Historic Bridges: Management, Regulations, and Rehabilitation
Preservation Planning and Policy Development for Historic Roads
Section 106: An Introduction
Section 106: Agreement Documents
Locations and Dates
- In-person seminars will resume in 2023; please check back for updates. Click here or go to About NPI for an update.
- Indianapolis, IN
April 28-29, 2020 cancelled due to COVID-19; to be rescheduled in 2023
in cooperation with the
Indiana Department of Natural Resources,
Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology
and Indiana Landmarks
- Portland, OR
September 22-23, 2020 cancelled due to COVID-19; to be rescheduled in 2023
in cooperation with the
the Oregon Department of Transportation and
the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office
Location, Hours, and Hotels
Confirmation of registration is sent out to registered participants one month prior to the seminar date. The confirmation includes the seminar location, hours, and a list of conveniently located hotels. Seminars generally are held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is recommended at least 6 weeks prior to the seminar to secure a place and to avoid cancellations due to low enrollment.
Cost (see Register for more information)
$550 (6-week advance registration); $600 (regular registration)
Customized/On-Site Training
NPI also offers this seminar as customized on-site training to meet specific organizational needs. Seminars can be tailored to create single- or multiple-day workshops at a location and time convenient to the sponsor. Contact NPI at 703.765.0100 or info@npi.org for further information.