shall also have the option to change to a parsonage provision at the time, of changes in pastoral appointments.
Standards And Guidelines for Church-Provided Residences
Tese standards are intended to provide for housing that meets safety, codes, good building practices and comparable community living standards. Te guidelines are items that are desirable to attain. If there is a question about these standards, the resident, local church Board of Trustees, or the District Superintendent may request the District Board of Church Location and Building to evaluate the situation and make recommendations.
1. GENERAL CONDITION OF HOME AND DECORATING Condition of residence will be reviewed and evaluated each year with recommendations to be presented to charge/church conference. Residence inspected between each move Condition of home excellent, inside and out. Yard with adequate drainage. Landscaping attractive and well-kept. Standards similar to housing of church community served. Neutral colors and versatile design used throughout the home, including floor covering, walls and major appliances.
2. LOCATION Secure residential area within reasonable proximity to the institution served. Privacy for the family. Accessible to schools, shopping, medical facilities, entertainment, etc. Not next door to the institution.
3. SAFETY FEATURES Smoke detectors in sleeping areas. Fire extinguisher in cooking areas. Dead bolt locks on all outside doors. Adequate fire exits from all areas of the home. Adequate, safe play area suitable for small children (All the above listed recommendations will reduce insurance premiums as well.) Any new construction or future purchase of a parsonage will meet or exceed local building codes or FHA Minimum Property Standards or a nationally recognized building code.
4. HEAT, AIR CONDITIONING AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY Central heat and air conditioning. Use of passive solar where practical. Storm doors and windows. Adequate insulation in walls and ceilings. Energy efficient major appliances such as furnace, air conditioner, water heater. Humidifier and/or dehumidifier where needed.
2010 Missouri Conference Journal F-39
Rules & Policies
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