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Private Land Development

Here you will find information for the private land owner, developer or engineer who wishes to develop private property or who wishes to report the discovery of human remains on private property.

To report the discovery of human remains or associated funerary items on private lands, contact Repatriation Coordinator John Madsen by email or at 520-621-4795.

To learn more about Arizona state laws regarding human remains and objects of cultural heritage, please see Human Burials, Sacred Objects & You.

Burial Excavation Services

To request a search of the archaeological records for your private property or for city/county owned right-of-way under local, municipal or county ordinances, contact Nancy Pearson by email or at 621-2096.

Current Permit Holders (PDF *) - archaeological consultants permitted to work in Arizona.

State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)

Links to Legal Information

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