South Carolina Administrative Code

21-16. Reports of Deposits. The Cemetery Board requires a report of deposits, earnings, and withdrawals to the Merchandise Fund to be completed and mailed to the Cemetery Board annually on forms provided by the Cemetery Board. Pursuant to Section 40-8-110(F)(1), whether or not a …

21-17. Location of Fund. The Cemetery Board will not approve the creation of a merchandise fund unless the same is deposited with a financial institution authorized to conduct business in South Carolina. HISTORY: Formerly R. 21-31. Renumbered by State Register Volume 37, Issue No…

21-18. Deposits to Merchandise Fund. No person shall offer to enter into, or enter into a contract, for the sale of a memorial, mausoleum crypt, or other cemetery merchandise that is to be used in connection with the interment of a deceased human being, wherein the memorial or ot…

21-19. Withdrawals from Merchandise Fund. The funds held shall remain intact, together with all interest accrued thereon, except as provided herein, until the memorial or other cemetery merchandise has been delivered. (a) The costs for administering the merchandise fund may be pa…

21-2. Definitions. (1) ‘‘Complaint log’’ is a required record, pursuant to Section 40-8-100(B), of written complaints received regarding cemeteries. This log must be kept in writing by the cemetery. (2) ‘‘Examined’’, as used in Section 40-8-100(A), and subsequently with ‘‘examina…

21-20. Reports. The Cemetery Board requires that a cemetery pre-file with the board, before it begins, a pre- construction mausoleum sales program, and that a report of deposits to the Pre-Construction Mausoleum Fund be completed and mailed to the Cemetery Board annually on forms…

21-21. Deposits to Fund. (a) Any person who enters into a contract for the sale of a space in a private family mausoleum or community mausoleum or bank of belowground crypts prior to the completed construction thereof shall establish a fund entitled ‘‘Pre-Construction Fund’’ with…

21-22. Withdrawals from Pre-Construction Fund. The seller shall be entitled to withdraw all funds from the pre-construction fund after the Cemetery Board is satisfied that construction has been completed; provided, however, during construction of the mausoleum or bank of belowgro…

21-23. Application and Filing Fee. Any legal entity wishing to establish and operate a cemetery company, as defined in Code Section 40-8-30(6) must first obtain a license from the Cemetery Board. The legal entity shall file written application with the Cemetery Board. All applica…

21-24. Cemetery Company License. Upon proper application for a Cemetery Company License, and where it appears after investigation that the criteria required by applicable laws have been met, the Cemetery Board shall issue said license to the applicant, provided that the required …

21-25. Change of Control. Any entity wishing to purchase or acquire control of an existing cemetery company shall first make written application to the Cemetery Board on the board’s Application for Change of Control. This form provides space for the name and address of the presen…

21-26. Cemetery Rules and Regulations. Each cemetery shall submit to the Cemetery Board a copy of its rules and regulations for approval. After the Cemetery Board has approved the rules and regulations for a licensed cemetery, the cemetery, must before modifying, changing, or ame…

21-27. Nature Preserve Exemption Requirements. Prior approval of the Board is required for all licensing exemptions granted for a nature preserve cemetery. The proposed nature preserve cemetery must be duly licensed and approved by all other applicable licensing authorities. Perp…

21-3. Disclosures. Pursuant to Section 40-8-100(G), a certified copy of the disclosures regarding fees to be placed in trust by the cemetery company must be sent to the board administrator. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note …

21-30. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-30 was entitled ‘‘Reports of Deposits’’. See now, R. 21-16.

21-31. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-31 was entitled ‘‘Location of Fund’’. See now, R. 21-17.

21-32. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-32 was entitled ‘‘Deposits to Maintenance Trust Fund’’. See now, R. 21-18.

21-33. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-33 was entitled ‘‘Withdrawals from Merchandise Trust Fund’’. See now, R. 21-19.

21-4. Outer Burial Container. Pursuant to Section 40-8-35, the cemetery must disclose to the purchaser of an outer burial container the identity of the manufacturer and the model of said container. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor…

21-40. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-40 was entitled ‘‘Reports’’. See now, R. 21-20.

21-41. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-41 was entitled ‘‘Deposits to Fund’’. See now, R. 21-21.

21-42. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-42 was entitled ‘‘Withdrawals from Pre-Construction Trust Fund’’. See now, R. 21-22.

21-5. General Manager Requirements. Pursuant to Section 40-8-90(A) (1)(d), the general manager of a cemetery must be a South Carolina resident and must have had at least two (2) years experience in perpetual care cemetery business. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 37, Issu…

21-50. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-50 was entitled ‘‘Application and Filing Fee’’. See now, R. 21-23.

21-51. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-51 was entitled ‘‘Cemetery Company License’’. See now, R. 21-24.

21-52. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-52 was entitled ‘‘Change of Control’’. See now, R. 21-25.

21-53. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-53 was entitled ‘‘Cemetery Rules and Regulations’’. See now, R. 21-26.

21-6. Correct Documentation Required for Cemetery Application. Pursuant to Section 40-8-90(A) (2), the ninety (90) day requirement for the grant or refusal of authority to organize a cemetery begins after all correct documentation, along with a completed application for organizat…

21-60. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-60 was entitled ‘‘Petitions’’.

21-61. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-61 was entitled ‘‘Notice’’.

21-62. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-62 was entitled ‘‘Hearings’’.

21-63. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-63 was entitled ‘‘Emergency Rules’’.

21-64. Deleted by State Register Volume 37, Issue No. 6, eff June 28, 2013. Editor’s Note Former R. 21-64 was entitled ‘‘Declaratory Rulings’’.

21-7. Records Retention. (A) Pursuant to Section 40-8-100(A), all records maintained by cemeteries must be maintained on location and be available for inspection at all times. The Board may permit cemeteries with multiple locations to maintain records at its primary in-state loca…

21-8. Death of Cemetery Owner. In case of the death of a cemetery owner, if the cemetery is inherited, a probate judge must appoint a qualified manager for the cemetery. Once probate is finalized, the manager must apply for a new license within sixty (60) days. (Section 40-8-90(B…

21-9. Policies and Procedures; Vendors. (A) Pursuant to Section 40-8-100(H), policies and procedures must be approved by the board before being put into effect. (B) Pursuant to Section 40-8-100(D), a policy or procedure may not be promulgated which unreasonably charges outside ve…

22-1. Definitions. The definitions and meaning of terms shall be as follows: A. Academic Year. From opening date of one school calendar year to same date of the ensuing calendar year. B. University. All property which is owned, leased, supervised or otherwise controlled by Coasta…

22-10. Registration Fees. Registration fees are established by the President of the University, in consultation with the Board of Trustees. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 19, Issue No. 3, eff March 24, 1995. ARTICLE 3 PARKING AREAS (Statutory Authority: 1976 Code §§ 56-2…

22-11. Traffic and Parking Instructions. Coastal Carolina University traffic and parking instructions are indicated by (a) printed policies and guides, (b) campus maps and (c) signs, street or curb markings. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 19, Issue No. 3, eff March 24, 1…

22-12. Responsibility for Violations. The driver and owner or person in whose name a vehicle is registered shall be responsible for all violations incurred by the vehicles. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 19, Issue No. 3, eff March 24, 1995.

22-13. Payment of Penalties and Bonds. Penalties and/or bonds are payable in person or by mail at the appropriate campus office for motor vehicle registration in accordance with Sec. 22-14, 22-15, and 22-16 below. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 19, Issue No. 3, eff March…

22-14. Traffic, Parking and the Registration of Motor Vehicles for the University. Schedule of Penalties and Bonds: (1) Parking improperly. . . . . . $3.00 (2) Parking in loading or service zone . . . $5.00 (3) Blocking (sidewalk) driveway . . . $15.00 (4) No parking permit for z…

22-15. Delinquent Violations—Increase in Bonds. For Delinquent violations neither paid nor appealed after the third school day from the date of issuance—the bond will be increased as prescribed below: After 72 hours: A. $3.00 Bond increased to $5.00 B. $5.00 Bond increased to $7.…

22-16. Campus Speed Limits. Unless otherwise posted, the campus speed limit is 15 miles per hour. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 19, Issue No. 3, eff March 24, 1995. ARTICLE 6 VEHICLE TOWING AND IMPOUNDING (Statutory Authority: 1976 Code §§ 56-21-10 to 56-21-60, 59-136-1…

22-17. When Vehicle My Be Towed or Impounded. The appropriate campus official responsible for law enforcement and public safety or his designate shall have the power to have a vehicle impounded, towed and stored at the owner’s expense and risk under the following conditions: A. I…

22-18. Appointment of Boards, Committees and Courts. The President of the University shall have the authority to appoint such persons, Boards, Commit- tees and Administrative Bodies as deemed necessary to hear appeals and to assist in the administration of the rules and regulatio…

22-19. Who May Issue Summons or Citations. The appropriate campus official responsible for law enforcement and safety or his designate(s) is authorized to issue summons and/or other traffic citations pursuant to authority contained in Sec. 56-21-10 to 56-21-60 of the 1976 Code. H…