Property Use Checklist
This document provides a checklist for churches evaluating the use of their property by third parties. It outlines considerations for ensuring that the proposed use aligns with the church’s mission, financial sustainability, and legal obligations.
Key Sections:
Compatibility with Church Mission and Ministry
Compatibility with Existing and Future Uses
Financial Impact
Legal and Liability Issues
Real Property Tax and Regulatory Issues
Guide to Facilities Use Policies for Churches
This document provides an in-depth guide to creating and implementing a church facility use policy. It outlines the importance of having a structured policy to ensure legal protection, minimize conflicts, and ensure that the church's mission is upheld when allowing third parties to use its property.
Key Sections:
Protecting the Church’s Ministry
Why a Building Use Policy is Necessary
Defines procedures and restrictions (e.g., alcohol prohibition, fundraising rules).
Helps maintain a safe and accountable environment.
Ensures efficient use of resources and limits liability.
How to Create and Implement a Church Use Policy
Steps for defining facility access, outlining use purposes, obtaining authorization, and implementation.
Annual review recommendations.
Commercial Insurance Requirements
Churches should require liability insurance from facility users.
Types of necessary insurance include commercial liability, property insurance, and workers' compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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