City of Charleston Cemetery Protection Ordinance

Organization: City of Charleston

City of Charleston law that protects known and/or suspected burial grounds, grave sites, or cemeteries. It prohibits destruction or desecration of any burial ground. It also stipulates that during any construction, development, or ground disturbing activity, if it is made known that any grave sites or suspected grave sites exist, all development must cease until approved and it is required to report to the city and historic preservation office.