Section 8113.1 Of Chapter 3.5. Requirements For Burials From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 8. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 3.5.
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. (a) Except as provided in subdivisions (b) and (c), there
shall be no less than 18 inches of dirt or turf on top of all vaults
or caskets as measured at the time of burial.
(b) Cremated remains placed in an urn or urn vault and covered
with at least three-quarters of an inch of concrete, brass, granite,
marble, or metal plate, affixed to the urn or urn vault shall be
exempt from the requirement of subdivision (a).
(c) In the case of consensual double burials, the casket or vault
that is on top shall be covered with at least 12 inches of dirt or
turf as measured at the time of burial.
(d) In a case of extreme hardship, upon request of the next of kin
or other person responsible for making the burial arrangements for
the deceased, a burial of less than 18, but not less than 12 inches
may be provided.