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Georgia
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Title 36 - Local Government
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Provisions Applicable to Co...
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Chapter 72 - Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Gr...
Chapter 72 - Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds
§ 36-72-1. Legislative findings and intent
§ 36-72-2. Definitions
§ 36-72-3. Authority of counties and municipalities to preserve abandoned cemeteries
§ 36-72-4. Permit required for developing land on which cemetery located
§ 36-72-5. Application for permit
§ 36-72-6. Identification and notification of descendants of person in cemetery sought to be developed
§ 36-72-7. Public hearing on development of abandoned cemetery; time for decision on application for permit
§ 36-72-8. Issues considered in decision on application for permit
§ 36-72-9. Establishment of board or commission to review applications in counties exceeding certain population size
§ 36-72-10. Application fee
§ 36-72-11. Appeal of decision on application for permit
§ 36-72-12. Development activities pending appeal
§ 36-72-13. Inspection to ensure applicant's compliance
§ 36-72-14. Jurisdiction of superior court; expending private or public funds to mitigate harm to cemetery
§ 36-72-15. Disinterment and disposition of human remains or burial objects
§ 36-72-16. Penalties