Special Event Permit Application

A Special Event Permit is required for all events in Summit County.

A Special Event is defined as: A sporting, cultural, entertainment or other type of activity, whether held for profit, nonprofit or charitable purposes, occurring for a limited or fixed duration that impacts the County by involving the use of, or having impact on, County-owned, leased or controlled property, or requiring County licensing or services beyond the scope of normal business and/or liquor regulations; or creates public impacts through any of the following: a. Full or partial street or sidewalk closures necessary for the safe and efficient flow of traffic in the County

b. Use of public property, facilities, trails or parks, and/or

c. Use of County parking facilities, and/or

d. Use of amplified sound

e. Outdoor or temporary events that do not normally occur with the permitted use.

The permit process for a Special Event Permit begins with the applicant completing the online application and submitting it. Fees will be required shortly after submission and will vary depending on the event.

After review of your application by staff and applicable referral agencies, you will be notified if your event qualifies for a permit and whether it requires other permits, additional information, and/or a meeting with the Special Event Committee. Fees and damage and/or security deposits will be determined at this time. The Special Event Committee is made up of agencies involved in the permitting process or whose resources may be impacted by the event.

 It is our goal to assist event organizers in planning safe and fun events that have a minimal negative impact on the community and public resources.