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MCC §13.20.050

Rules for grave markers, plants, and flowers in veterans' cemeteries

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This section sets rules for what can be placed on graves in veterans' cemeteries. Only flat bronze markers and vases are allowed, and no plants or curbing are permitted. Cut flowers are only allowed on holidays and must be removed within seven days.

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The ordinance, as written (Maui County) — Restrictions

A copy, taken August 21, 2026. The version published by Maui County is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

A. All plots must have markers. Only flat bronze markers and bronze vases set into the ground shall be allowed. The size, shape, design, and wording of the markers and vases shall be subject to the approval of the director; provided, that this section shall not prohibit the continued use of authorized headstones and vases currently erected and installed in any veterans' cemetery. B. No plants shall be planted at the plots and no curbing shall be placed around the plots. C. Cut flowers and plants in other than bronze set-in vases will be allowed only on state and federal holidays. Containers and contents shall be removed within seven calendar days after the holiday. D. The county shall not be responsible for furnishing any service for deceased veterans who are interred in cemeteries other than the veterans' cemeteries. (Ord. 1673 § 5, 1987: prior code § 22-18.5)
Read the official text at library.municode.com ↗as published Nov 21, 2025our copy taken Aug 21, 2026

Published by the County of Maui through Municode.

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