Section 106 Webinar Curriculum
A selection of the following courses is included in our bi-annual webinar series that are scheduled each spring and fall. Information on scheduled webinars can be found below the course descriptions. All webinars are one hour in length. The ACHP can also deliver these courses by-request for groups of 20 or more. For more information on by-request training please contact us at training@achp.gov.
BEGINNER Level
Defining the Area of Potential Effects (APE)
The Area of Potential Effects (APE) is the foundation of a federal agency’s efforts to identify historic properties in Section 106 review. Learn how APEs vary based on the nature of an undertaking, practice defining a preliminary APE in project scenarios, and explore best practices for documenting APEs.
Section 106 Documentation & e106
Good documentation is critical for consulting parties in the Section 106 process, and a key part of any adverse effect notification to the ACHP. In this webinar, we will explain the Section 106 documentation standards and show how to submit to the ACHP using our e106 system.
Planning for Successful Section 106 Agreements
When a federal agency finds that an undertaking may adversely affect a historic property, it must consider measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate such adverse effects, document the resolution of the Section 106 consultation in a formal, legal agreement, and implement the measures in the agreement. In this webinar, we will practice applying the tools for agreement writing and reviewing provided in the ACHP’s Guidance on Agreement Documents and guide participants in performing a “reality check” for agreement consultation.
INTERMEDIATE level
Coordinating CERCLA & Section 106
In this webinar, the ACHP will introduce our Frequently Asked Questions on this topic and help participants identify opportunities to effectively coordinate CERCLA and Section 106 requirements, demonstrate the benefits of Section 106 integration in successful CERCLA hazard remediation, and practice selecting a Section 106 compliance approach in real-world CERCLA situations.
Participants that are new to CERCLA, should consider reviewing the EPA’s resources at www.epa.gov/superfund, especially This Is Superfund: A Community Guide to EPA's Superfund Program - EPA 540-R-11-021, prior to the webinar. Participants that are new to Section 106, should consider reviewing the ACHP’s publication, A Citizen’s Guide to Section 106, as a prerequisite to the webinar.
Implementing Section 106 Program Comments
One of the program alternatives available to tailor the Section 106 review process of federal undertakings is a Program Comment. Join ACHP staff to learn more about what a Program Comment is, explore the process for development and ACHP approval, and practice applying an existing Program Comment to a real-world Section 106 review of a federal undertaking.
Meeting the Reasonable & Good Faith Standard in Section 106 Review
Experienced Section 106 practitioners will benefit from this opportunity to explore the steps necessary to make a reasonable effort to identify historic properties for a specific undertaking and to carry out such identification efforts in good faith. In this webinar, we will learn about this regulatory standard while practicing its application to case scenarios.
Planning to Involve the Public in Section 106
The views of the public are essential to informed federal decision making in the Section 106 process. The level and type of public involvement in a case will vary depending upon specific factors and should be integrated with other environmental review processes like NEPA. We will review the requirements and considerations in the Section 106 regulations and explain examples of best practices. Participants will identify appropriate public involvement techniques in case scenarios.
Preservation Compliance & Property Disposal
Real property “disposition” or “disposal” is the process by which federal agencies identify and then transfer, donate, sell, or demolish facilities and get rid of land they no longer need. In this webinar, we will differentiate between excess property and surplus property, determine when and how National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Sections 110 and 106 apply to the property disposal process, and learn about adverse effects associated with property disposal, and how to avoid them.
Resolving Disputes in Section 106
The Section 106 review process is critical to informing federal infrastructure planning and decision making. Key findings within this review process, including an agency’s findings about the eligibility of historic properties to the National Register and effects to them, can be the subject of disputes among consulting parties. In this webinar, explore the diagnosis of and strategies for resolving such disputes. Familiarity with consultation in the context of Section 106 review is recommended.
Section 106 Program Alternatives
The Section 106 review process can be tailored to specific situations using a variety of Program Alternatives. Join our ACHP staff to learn more about the Program Alternatives defined in the Section 106 implementing regulations (36 CFR Part 800) and explore the goals and benefits of current nationwide examples.
Section 110(k) & Section 106: Responding to Anticipatory Demolition Concerns
What happens when it appears a historic property may have been harmed by an applicant for federal assistance before a Section 106 review is complete? The first step is to understand when Section 110(k) of the National Historic Preservation Act applies and who must address this concern. We will answer these two questions and share pointers on responding - as a federal agency, SHPO/THPO, or other stakeholder - to situations in which anticipatory demolition questions surface.
So you think you need a PA…
A Programmatic Agreement (PA) can be a powerful tool for agencies and consulting parties to tailor the Section 106 review process for federal property management and statewide assistance programs. Join ACHP staff to learn more about PAs, explore how they are developed and implemented, and practice evaluating the pros and cons of a proposed PA in real-world scenarios.
ADVANCED level
Innovative Approaches to Section 106 Mitigation
When a federal agency finds that an undertaking may adversely affect a historic property, it must consider measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate such adverse effects. It must also document the resolution of the Section 106 consultation in a formal, legal agreement and implement the measures in the agreement. In this webinar, we review approaches to resolving adverse effects that focus on innovative approaches to mitigation measures. In addition, we will reinforce the importance of consultation to resolve adverse effects, identify situations where innovative approaches may be appropriate, and discuss examples of innovative approaches from real-world case studies.
Spring 2025 Webinar Series
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What is Section 106?
Thursday, May 8, 3:00-4:00 pm EDT
Join us for this two-part, blended learning experience. First, prior to joining the webinar, take the free 15-minute eLearning course, What is Section 106?, available on our eLearning course webpage (all you have to do is establish an account prior to taking the course). Next, join us for the May 8 webinar where we'll expand on what you learned in the eLearning course about the key principles of Section 106 review and answer any questions you may have.
Planning for Successful Section 106 Agreements
Thursday, May 15, 3:00-4:00 pm EDT
When a federal agency finds that an undertaking may adversely affect a historic property, it must consider measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate such adverse effects, document the resolution of the Section 106 consultation in a formal, legal agreement, and implement the measures in the agreement. In this webinar, we will practice applying the tools for agreement writing and reviewing provided in the ACHP’s Guidance on Agreement Documents and guide participants in performing a “reality check” for agreement consultation.
Meeting the Reasonable & Good Faith Standard in Section 106 Review
Thursday, May 22, 3:00-4:00 pm EDT
Experienced Section 106 practitioners will benefit from this opportunity to explore the steps necessary to make a reasonable effort to identify historic properties for a specific undertaking and to carry out such identification efforts in good faith. In this webinar, we will learn about this regulatory standard while practicing its application to case scenarios.
General Information
Dates and Times listed are for Eastern Time
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Instructors
All webinars are taught live by ACHP staff instructors with practical experience in Section 106 review and in developing program alternatives.
Handouts for future reference
The webinars include handouts for future reference, but do not include a copy of the slide deck or access to a post-presentation recording. Participants are encouraged to take notes, answer polls, provide feedback in chat, and ask questions (chat or voice) during the webinar.
Participant experience levels
"Beginner" webinars assume participants have very little knowledge of the Section 106 review process or implementation in real-world scenarios.
"Intermediate" webinars assume participants have some real-world knowledge of the Section 106 review process and have participated in Section 106 reviews of federal undertakings.
"Advanced" webinars assume participants have real-world knowledge of the Section 106 review process in complex and/or controversial cases and are prepared to identify and evaluate best practices and strategic solutions in such cases.
Cost: $50
The ACHP does not offer continuing education credits for webinar courses and no certificates of completion are provided to course participants. We can, however, provide email acknowledgement of course completion if needed. Please contact training@achp.gov to request such acknowledgement.
Questions? Contact us at training@achp.gov.