Md. Code Regs. 09.34.06.07 - Permit-Requirements for a New Crematory Owned by a Sole Proprietor

A. A sole proprietor applicant for a new crematory shall receive a permit to operate if the sole proprietor applicant meets the permit requirements of this regulation.

B. A sole proprietor shall receive a permit from the Office if, at least 30 days prior to the opening of the new crematory, the sole proprietor applicant:

(1) Completes an application form;

(2) Pays the nonrefundable application fee and any other fees due under this chapter;

(3) Provides the name, address, and phone number of each affiliated crematory;

(4) Designates a registered crematory operator as the responsible party for each affiliated crematory provided that the registered crematory operator may not be designated as the responsible party for more than a total of two crematories;

(5) Provides an affidavit stating that the new crematory business:

(a) Is financially stable; and

(b) Has the ability to continue to operate the crematory business for a 2-year period after issuance of a permit; and

(6) Provides evidence to the Office of the individual's ability to read and write.

C. Before applying to the Office for a permit, any crematory not in operation before the effective date of this chapter, shall have in its employ an individual who holds a certification from:

(1) The Cremation Association of North America (CANA);

(2) The International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA); or

(3) Another equivalent body recognized by the Office and the Board.

Notes

Md. Code Regs. 09.34.06.07

Effective date: 41:6 Md. R. 378, eff.3/31/2014