Common use of Traditional Cultural Properties Clause in Contracts

Traditional Cultural Properties. A Traditional Cultural Property (TCP) is a place that is significant for its association with cultural practices or beliefs of a living community. Such locations are rooted in that community’s history and are important in maintaining the continuing cultural identity of the community. The significance of a TCP is derived from the role the location plays in a community’s historical beliefs, customs, and practices. Some TCPs may not contain any material remains. They must still be taken into account during cultural resources planning. Such places will normally become known to the Conservation Planner during the cultural resources review as the result of questioning participants, informants, local residents, or through consultation with Federally Recognized Indian Tribes. Treatment of TCPs during the conservation planning process will require the assistance of the informant and should also involve NRCS Utah CRS personnel.