501 Approval For Creation of Cemeteries

501 APPROVAL FOR CREATION OF CEMETERIES


501.1 Approval for Creation, Design, Construction, or Expansion of Cemeteries:

The prior written approval of the Archbishop is required for the creation, design, construction, or expansion of any cemetery, columbarium, or mausoleum regardless of the dollar value of the work at issue.

501.2 Columbaria and Mausoleums:

Construction or installation of columbaria and mausoleums shall only occur on the land of existing cemeteries.

501.3 Legal Review:

Cemeteries shall contact Gallagher Evelius & Jones LLP, Archdiocesan Legal Counsel, for preparation and review of all contracts, leases, and any documents related to the creation, design, construction, or expansion of any cemetery, columbarium, or mausoleum regardless of the dollar value of the work at issue.