Crematorium/Burial Ground Permit

1. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

A. Applicant Documents

  • Application Form (Municipality/Corporation prescribed format)
  • Applicant ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
  • Address Proof
  • Passport size photograph
  • Contact details (Mobile & Email)

B. Land & Ownership Documents

  • Land Ownership Certificate / Title Deed
  • Latest Land Tax Receipt
  • Possession Certificate
  • Encumbrance Certificate (EC) – last 13 years
  • Land Location Sketch / Survey Plan

C. Land Use & Zoning Documents

  • Land Use Certificate (from Village Office)
  • Zoning Certificate (from Local Body / Town Planning Office)
  • Conversion Order (if land converted from agricultural use)

D. Technical & Layout Documents

  • Detailed Site Plan (approved by licensed engineer)
  • Layout Plan (showing burial/cremation area, access road, buffer zone)
  • Building Plan (if crematorium structure exists)
  • Distance Certificate (from residences, water bodies, roads, etc.)

E. Environmental & Safety Documents

  • Consent from Kerala State Pollution Control Board
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (if required)
  • Waste Disposal Plan
  • Smoke/Emission Control Details (for crematorium)
  • Groundwater Safety Report

F. Health & Sanitation Certificates

  • Sanitary Certificate from Health Inspector
  • NOC from District Medical Officer (in some cases)
  • Public Health Clearance

G. No Objection Certificates (NOCs)

  • Local Body Ward Councillor Recommendation
  • Fire & Rescue Department NOC
  • Police Clearance (if required)
  • Nearby Residents Consent (if applicable)

H. Additional Documents (if applicable)

  • Trust/Organization Registration Certificate (if run by trust/religious body)
  • Previous License (for renewal cases)
  • Affidavit stating compliance with rules

 2. STEP-BY-STEP APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP 1: Site Selection & Eligibility Check

  • Ensure land is approved for burial/cremation use
  • Verify distance norms:
    • Away from residential areas
    • Away from water sources
  • Confirm zoning compliance

STEP 2: Document Preparation

  • Collect all ownership, land, and technical documents
  • Prepare layout and environmental plans through licensed professionals

STEP 3: Apply to Local Authority

  • Submit application to:
    • Municipal Corporation / Municipality / Panchayat Office
  • Attach all required documents
  • Pay initial application fee

STEP 4: Forwarding to Departments

Your application will be forwarded to:

  • Health Department
  • Pollution Control Board
  • Town Planning Department
  • Fire Department

STEP 5: Site Inspection

  • Officials conduct physical inspection
  • Check:
    • Location suitability
    • Sanitation conditions
    • Environmental safety

STEP 6: NOC Collection

  • Obtain approvals from:
    • Pollution Control Board
    • Health Department
    • Fire & Safety

STEP 7: Public Objection (if applicable)

  • In some cases, public notice is issued
  • Objections (if any) will be reviewed

STEP 8: Final Approval

  • Authority reviews:
    • Documents
    • Inspection reports
    • NOCs
  • Permit is approved or rejected

STEP 9: License Issuance

  • Pay final license fee
  • Receive official permit certificate

STEP 10: Post-License Compliance

  • Maintain hygiene and sanitation
  • Follow environmental norms
  • Renew license periodically

Processing Time

  • Normal: 30 – 60 days
  • Depends on:
    • NOC approvals
    • Inspection delays

Fees (Approximate)

  • Application Fee: ₹1,000 – ₹5,000
  • Inspection Charges: ₹2,000 – ₹10,000
  • License Fee: Based on area & type

Important Rules

  • Must follow public health and environmental laws
  • Strict prohibition near drinking water sources
  • Proper waste and ash disposal mandatory
  • Crematorium must have pollution control system