Sub-Permit Applications
Important: If you are submitting an Outdoor Event Application (Outdoor Festival, Large Gathering, or Assembly Permit application), you will likely need a sub-permit for restrooms, water stations, EMS, tents, temporary structures or temporary street/lane closures, and you may be required to fill out the sub-permit application. All sub-permit applications and supporting documents must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the start date of the event for Assemblies and Large Gatherings (outside of a city park), and at least 60 days prior to your event date for Outdoor Festivals. You must submit sub-permit applications to the Mayor’s Office of Special Events, with Electrical sub-permits being the only exception. They can be submitted directly to the Electrical Division within the Bureau of Buildings. Please find the details below, to apply for your sub-permit:
Atlanta Police Department
A Temporary Street/Lane Closure Permit is required if you are closing all or a portion of a City Street. There is a fee associated with this permit. You will also be required to hire a POST-certified security coordinator before the permit is approved. For more information, contact Atlanta Police Department Special Operations Section at 404-209-5260.
If you are closing off all of a portion of a City street for construction or entertainment filming purposes, or if you are closing off a City sidewalk to pedestrian traffic, you will need to get the permit from the Office of Transportation. The application here is NOT the one associated with the Office of Transportation. Please contact 404-330-6501 for this permit application.
Street/Lane Closure Sub-Permit Application
Atlanta Fire & Rescue Department
A Fire Tent Permit is needed if you have:
• Tents or Canopies larger than 10x10
• Multiple 10x10 tents or canopies that are spaced closer than 12 feet apart
Be sure to include a certificate of flame resistance for each size tent/canopy with your application. There is a fee associated with this application. For more information, contact the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department Inspections Division at 404- 546-7000.
Tent Sub-Permit Application
Cooking Sub-Permit Application
Flammable/Combustible Liquid Sub-Permit Application
Emergency Medical Services
Restroom sub-permit
Water sub-permit
Emergency Medical Services
Bureau of Buildings
A Temporary Structures Permit is needed if you have a:
- A stage/platform that is 100 sq. ft (10x10) or larger
- Bleachers, trusses, arches or any other element that is constructed on-site
Be sure to include structural plans for all stages/platforms with your application. These plans must be stamped and signed by a GA licensed architect or engineer if the structure is 200 square feet or larger. There is a fee associated with this application. Mobile stages (provided they have current motor vehicle registration) do not require a permit from the Bureau of Buildings. For more information, contact the Bureau of Buildings at 404-330-6150.
Pre-Screen Application-Bureau of Buildings
An electrical permit is required for all events utilizing gas and electric generators. Electrical permits must be received directly from the Bureau of Buildings-Electrical Division. Please be advised that there are fees associated with this permit and in many cases, an on-site inspection must be scheduled prior to event commencing. Generators 5,000 watts or larger can only be permitted by a licensed electrician. For more information, contact 404-330-8550.
Additional Sub-Permits and Site Plan Information
Alcohol Sub Permit Application
Transportation
Site Plans
Detailed site plans are required for all Outdoor Festival and Large Gathering applications. And a route map with a turn by turn is required for every Assembly application. While site plans are not required to be professionally drawn, they must be legible, close to scale, must include permitted area measurements in square feet and provide sufficient detail to paint a picture of what your event will look like. Screen shots of a map with no details provided are not accepted. Here are the minimum requirements:
- Property overview
- Locations of fire lanes, streets, alleys, and fencing
- Fencing must indicate location of exits and gates.
- Entire footprint of permitted area, including all structures, location of exits, exit pathways, and sidewalks must be indicated.
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Provide a key that indicates
- North (directional/compass)
- All areas used for the event
- Any special notes applicable to the event
- Street locations and names
- Provide details of the event layout
- Location of tents or temporary structures including dimensions
- Food trucks, vendors, and merchandise areas
- Size and location of all stages and amusements
- Other specific details of the event
For a blank site plan grid, click here.
Links to Site Plan Resources:
https://www.smartdraw.com/event-plan/event-planning-tool.htm
https://www.socialtables.com/blog/event-planning/outdoor-design-trends/