Louisiana § RS 8:602 - Standards of construction
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 8:602 — Standards of construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 8:602. Standards of construction
No structure shall be built or altered for use or to be used for interment purposes unless constructed of such material and workmanship as will insure its durability and permanence. The cemetery authority shall have the right to establish and enforce standards of construction for all work done in the cemetery.
Acts 1974, No. 417, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 8:602
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 8:602 cover?
Section RS 8:602 ("Standards of construction") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 8:602?
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