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This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
A property may not be condemned if the property is used for cemetery purposes.
Section 711.041 of the Health and Safety Code states that access to a cemetery cannot be denied by the surrounding landowner (please see attached). The Texas Historical Commission is not a law enforce agency and cannot enforce laws. This responsibility falls to local law enforcement.
It is important to note that some cemeteries may have additional requirements or restrictions. SoMoreIt is important to note that some cemeteries may have additional requirements or restrictions. So it's best to check with the cemetery office before beginning the transfer. Process.
HSC §711.008 Make sure the land, designated for cemetery purposes, is located relative to the nearest municipality, based on the census population of that municipality. For a municipality with a population of 5,000 to 25,000, a cemetery may not be established in or within 1 mile from its boundaries.
“There are no state laws in Texas prohibiting home burial, but local governments may have rules governing private burials,” he said. “Before burying a body on private property or establishing a family cemetery, you should check with the county or town clerk for any zoning laws you must follow.
It is a crime to dig up a grave unless you have court permission to do so. Therefore, should you have reason to believe a will is a , you need to consult with an experienced estate planning attorney before doing anything else.
Get Approval from Next of Kin and Burial Authority The next of kin or executor must agree to exhume the grave and move remains. Permission from the burial authority governing the current cemetery is also needed.