Guidance and Information on the Care and Upkeep of Diocesan Houses
A Guide to the Upkeep of Houses 2009
The aim of this Handbook is to be a point of reference for Houses Committee policy regarding the upkeep and care of parsonage houses and other diocesan owned properties in the Diocese of Durham. Within the handbook is a statement of the current policies and guidelines of the Houses Committee on a range of uses, arranged alphabetically by topic for ease of use. There is also a quick reference guide on pages 51-53
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Vacancy Notes: Outgoing Incumbent/Occupier
When a vacancy is announced there are certain requirements and responsibilities for those parties involved, i.e. the outgoing occupant, the PCC/Churchwardens, and the Diocesan Office. It is hoped that those parties involved will work together ensuring that all duties and responsibilities are met.
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Guide Notes for Sequestrators During Vacancy: Duties and Responsibilities
The Churchwardens and Area Deans automatically become the sequestrators under the Church of England (Miscellaneous Provisions) Measure 2000, and the Endowments and Glebe Measure 1976. The Diocesan Registrar normally advises the Churchwardens and Area Deans of their duties as sequestrators. The role of the sequestrators also includes the maintenance of services, care of the house amd garden, and preparation for the arrival of the new incumbent.
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