Chapter 84.06 — CEMETERIES

The purpose of this Chapter is to provide standards for publicly and privately owned and operated cemeteries. (Ord. 4011, passed - -2007)

The standards in this Chapter shall apply to cemeteries where allowed in compliance with the provisions of Division 2 (Land Use Zoning Districts and Allowed Land Uses).

(Ord. 4011, passed - -2007)

(a) Establishment or Expansion of Boundaries. A Conditional Use Permit issued in compliance with Chapter 85.06 (Conditional Use Permit/Minor Use Permit) shall be required for the establishment of boundaries or a revised Conditional Use Permit shall be required for the expansion of previously approved boundaries. The permit applications and approvals shall identify proposed structures and major grading activities.

(b) Development of Gravesites Exempt. A Conditional Use Permit shall not be required for normal on-site development of gravesites within previously approved or established cemeteries that have recorded a map in compliance with Chapter 87.02 (Tentative Map Filing and Processing).

(Ord. 4011, passed - -2007)

(a) Screening. In addition to conditions necessary to ensure protection of public health, safety, and general welfare, the review authority may require adequate screening or fencing of the property reserved for cemetery purposes in order to clarify the ultimate boundaries of the cemetery.

(b) Compliance with State Health Law. The proposed cemetery or expansion shall comply with Health and Safety Code §§ 8100 et seq. (Cemeteries).

(c) Final Map. A Final Map shall be submitted to the County Surveyor for review and recordation in compliance with Chapter 87.02 (Tentative Map Filing and Processing).

(Ord. 4011, passed - -2007)