A NEW chapel could soon be built at Grimsby Crematorium - for funerals
of pet animals.
The idea is to allow an opportunity to those mourning a beloved dog,
cat - or guinea pig - to give it a similar farewell to that afforded human
loved ones.
The proposed new chapel will also be used “to accommodate small family groups for
a more intimate farewell to human loved ones".
If a plan submitted to North East Lincolnshire Council goes ahead, a ‘pet-cremator
unit’ will also be built, its designated location being the current staff car
park.
The planning application has been submitted by North East Lincolnshire
Council’s partners, engie.
It says: “The proposed chapel and pet cremation unit have been designed in
such a way as to complement and enhance the existing building construction
through the use of sympathetic design principles and appropriate materials.
“Oak timber panelled doors will be used which will match the existing
external entrance doors, and the existing steel windows and associated cast stone
window surrounds will be refurbished and re-used in the new extension with
contemporary stained glass incorporated within the window units.
“A cast stone door surround will be installed around the proposed chapel
doors with the height increased to match the existing chapel.
“This will allow pall bearers to carry coffins through the doorway
without any complications.”
Of the pet-cremator unit, the report says: “It is to be housed in a steel container that is
to be clad with timber which will complement the existing timber which is used
on the cloisters walkway within the existing memorial garden at the rear of the
main chapel.
“ The impact of the proposal will not have any negative effect on any of
the listed assets within the cemetery due to the isolated location.
"The
proposals will seek to complement the existing design and proportions of the
existing crematorium building."
No details have yet been supplied on the proposed price structure for pet funerals, but the authority believes the venture will provide a useful new revenue stream.
The report claims the project will provide "a valuable service to the
local community. “
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