But what comprises "archaeology"? Few average folks would agree that replacing a garage with houses has anything to do with "archaeology." There may be "architectural conservation" or "village preservation" or "sympathetic historical suitability" --or whatever phrase is in use-- issues at hand. And of course there are archaeologists who study modern sites: garbage dumps, urban places. Most folks would give much less credence to these modern settings and structures as objects of study.

So maybe you need a more precise definition of terms, and some usage that weights "preservation and conservation" to all things Aveburian. I doubt that's going to go over with residents, though, who always feel they, as long term custodians, have more say than johnny come lately outsiders. Whether or not that view is rational, defensible or even just nice.