Advisory Council On Historic Preservation

## Advisory Council on Historic Preservation The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) is a federal agency based in Washington, D.C. It is a small agency with approximately 49 employees. The ACHP's primary function is to advise the President and Congress on matters related to historic preservation. They review federal agency actions and projects to ensure they comply with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). This includes providing guidance and recommendations to federal agencies on how to minimize the impact of their projects on historic properties. A key differentiator of the ACHP is its role in the Section 106 process. This process requires federal agencies to consider the effects of their projects on historic properties and provide the ACHP with an opportunity to comment before a final decision is made. The ACHP also works to promote public awareness and understanding of historic preservation through education and outreach programs. To contact the ACHP, you can visit their website at www.achp.gov or call them at (202) 606-8503.