Archaeology should be a fascinating journey of exploration, a discipline that helps us to better understand ourselves through the study of material remains from the past. However, for many in the development industry, it has become an unquantifiable risk and a financial burden. And few can claim to have been more affected than the minerals industry. But why is this the case? A number of factors determine the cost of archaeological investigations during the planning process.The three key factors are: The type of expected archaeology: Some remains will generate more interest than others, and this can vary depending on where the site is located. Any known evidence of settlement or ritual remains will usually lead to a requirement to investigate further to ensure there are no remains that are likely to require protection from development impact.
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