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Care of Churches Team incorporating the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC)
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The Church Buildings Commission launched in January 2022 with the purpose of looking at the church buildings across Norfolk and Waveney in terms of their use and sustainability for the future.
Information about churchyards, graves, burials, memorials and more.
A Faculty is usually required before carrying out any work affecting consecrated land or buildings, including repairs to the buildings, land, fixtures, fittings and furnishings. The type of work determines whether a full faculty application needs to be made, or a List A or List B Archdeacon's permission sought.
Information about quinquennial inspections and choosing an architect or surveyor.
Local and experienced volunteers who support parishes undertaking projects to repair or alter their church buildings.
Promoting your church online, downloading 'Church Open' posters and purchasing outdoor banners.
Enabling church buildings to be used for occasional services but their legal responsibility to be held by the Trust.
Advice and guidance on protecting your church from metal theft, as well as information about the 'Raise the Alarm' roof alarm scheme.
There is no longer a separate faculty petition form for works relating to trees.
A Friends’ Scheme can engage the wider community who may wish to support the life of the Church building.
The Diocese of Norwich Grant Finder is a FREE online funding website developed for local parishes, designed to help you find funding to support a variety of projects.
Policy templates, advice, regulations and contracts.
