When is a Temporary Use Events/Sales Permit required?

Temporary Use Events/Sales Permits are required if any of the following apply:

• Open to the public and you're expecting 99 attendees or more
• Athletic events such as 5k runs or charity walks
• Seasonal celebrations like Christmas or St. Patrick's events 
• Retail/commercial grand openings
• Seasonal and agricultural sales such as fireworks, Christmas trees, pumpkins, plants, etc.
• Any other event that will use an existing parking lot       

How do I apply for a Temporary Use Events/Sales Permit?

• Prepare the required documents from this checklist  
• Create an account and submit your project for review through electronic plan review portal
• Supporting documents must be uploaded as individual PDFs

When will I receive approval?

• Complete applications with all supporting documents from the checklist will be reviewed within 10 - 14 business days. You will receive an email notification after the review is complete with instructions on how to proceed. 
• Please have your plans uploaded and submitted at least 4 weeks prior to the event to allow for event plan corrections if needed.  (You will receive an auto generated email when the plans have been successfully submitted.)  
• If approved you will receive an email with instructions on how to pay your fees online and print your documents.    

The following events do not require a Temporary Use Events/Sales Permit 

• If your event has fewer than 99 attendees
• Block parties (contact the police department directly at 919-469-4021)
• Athletic events contained at a sports facility
• Private events (events not open to the public on private property)  
• Garage/yard sales (residential)
• Not-for-profit car wash