Md. Code Regs. 09.34.01.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 09.34.01.03 - Exception from Permit and Registration Requirements

A. Except as provided in §§C and D of this regulation, a bona fide religious, nonprofit cemetery is exempt from the permit requirements in this chapter.

B. Except as provided in §§C and D of this regulation, an owner, operator, or employee of a bona fide religious, nonprofit cemetery is exempt from the registration requirements of this chapter.

C. A bona fide religious, nonprofit cemetery in which burials have taken place within the previous 5 years, shall file with the Director, once every 2 years, a statement that includes the name, address, and telephone number of the:

(1) Cemetery;

(2) Religious organization that owns and operates the cemetery; and

(3) Individual who is responsible for the oversight of the cemetery.

D. If the Director determines that a cemetery claiming exemption under Business Regulation, §5-102, Annotated Code of Maryland, is no longer exempt, that cemetery and its owners, operators, and employees shall apply for the required permits and registrations within 30 days of the determination.

Md. Code Regs. 09.34.01.03