PITTSBURGH (PA)
Pittsburgh Catholic
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by: William Cone, Editor
Potential buyers urged to make inquiries
The Diocese of Pittsburgh is continuing its efforts to market and sell unused church-owned buildings and vacant land.
Diocesan leaders recognize that vacant buildings can place a significant financial burden on parishes while creating issues related to safety, liability and aesthetics.
A typical parish has a church building, a rectory, possibly a convent and a school. Because of changes in demographics and associated parish mergers, some of those buildings are no longer being used. More parishes are realizing that unused buildings can be sold and help pay for other needs.
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