Keep these things in mind.
- Ask for the current written rules for the exact garden or section.
- Check the complete installation, including bases and accessories.
- Confirm who approves the proof and arranges the installation.
Start with the exact cemetery location
Give our team the cemetery name, garden or section, and the lot or grave information you have. A cemetery may allow upright monuments in one area and require flat markers in another. Requirements can also differ for individual graves, companion spaces, cremation areas, and family estates.
Ask the cemetery for its current written monument rules and any application or proof requirements. A nearby memorial can offer inspiration, but its presence does not establish what is permitted for a new installation. Bring the rules to Lawrence Memorials so we can review the choices with you.
Check the full specification
Ask about permitted monument styles and materials, minimum or maximum dimensions, and any restrictions on height or thickness. Include the base, subbase, ledger, or other separate pieces in the discussion. Confirm how the memorial must fit within the space and whether there are placement or orientation requirements.
Foundation requirements also belong in the review. Ask who prepares the foundation, what information is needed for approval, and how the completed installation is arranged. Our team will help develop the design around the requirements for your cemetery.
- Allowed style and material
- Dimensions of each monument piece
- Foundation and placement requirements
- Space reserved for future inscriptions or an additional memorial
Include vases and other accessories
Discuss vases, photo cameos, benches, and other accessories before the final proof is approved. Ask where they may be placed and whether they must be included in the permit drawing or installed with the monument. Cemetery rules may also address decorations and maintenance access around the memorial.
Confirm whether the cemetery requires a photo proof, dimensions, material details, or an installation permit. Ask who submits the documents, who gives approval, and whether cemetery or installation charges apply. Keep a copy of the approved design with your records.
Bring the requirements to our designers
Lawrence Memorials serves every family and all cemeteries throughout Central Alabama. You are welcome to work with us whether you chose our funeral home or another provider. We will discuss the cemetery requirements, your design, and the arrangements needed for installation.
Send your cemetery information with an online design submission or bring it to a personal consultation. If you are unsure which office or contact handles approvals, start by calling the cemetery and asking who reviews new monument applications. Having that information early makes the next design decisions clearer.