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Archaeological report at LaGrange property raises potential state review for proposed subdivision
Summary
Planning staff told the commission a 2017 phase‑1 archaeological study had identified a site at LaGrange (MHT site CH‑267) linked to research on Josiah Henson’s birthplace and that state permits could trigger further Maryland Historic Trust review.
Planning staff informed the Historic Preservation Commission about an archaeological site identified on the LaGrange subdivision property and the potential for additional state-level review if the developer requires state or federal permits or funding.
Staff said a phase‑1 archaeological context and investigation was completed in 2017 by St. Mary’s College of Maryland; the report is titled In Search of Josiah Henson’s Birthplace: Archaeological Investigations at LaGrange near Port Tobacco, Maryland and the site is recorded under Maryland Historic Trust number CH‑267. Staff told commissioners the town’s standard subdivision review includes a condition: if the project needs state or federal permits or uses state/federal funds, then the project will…
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