West Palm Beach |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 78. STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES |
Article VI. SPECIAL EVENTS |
Division 1. GENERALLY |
§ 78-156. Conditions for permit.
All special event permit applications approved pursuant to this article shall be subject to the following conditions:
(1)
The public area utilized shall be cleaned immediately following any special events and in all respects restored to its former condition within 24 hours after the event, or such other period as fixed by written agreement or the special event permit. A refundable security bond, cash or similar financial pledge may be required, in an amount to be determined by the community events manager, to ensure that any damage is repaired and the premises returned to its previous condition.
(2)
The use or construction of platforms, chairs or other equipment may be prohibited or restricted by the community events manager if such would result in permanent damage to city property or constitute a hazard to public safety.
(3)
All city ordinances, rules or regulations applicable to the use of the city property on which the special event will occur shall be obeyed, unless previously and specifically waived by the community events manager.
(4)
Indemnification and insurance to protect the city shall be provided as is required in section 78-157 herein.
(5)
All permits necessary to conduct the special event shall be obtained and copies thereof provided to the city not less than 14 days prior to the first day of the event, unless a shorter time period is agreed to by the community events manager.
(6)
When requested, a site plan shall be provided which shows the location of the event, all structures to be utilized in the event, including tents, booths, concession areas, waste removal facilities, sanitary facilities, utilities, such as temporary electrical and telephone facilities, emergency medical facilities, and any other information requested by the city.
(7)
When requested, a contract containing the terms and conditions for permitting the event shall be signed by the parties prior to the issuance of the special event permit.
(8)
A permit holder shall complete, within 30 days of the conclusion of the event, an evaluation of the event on forms provided by the city.
(9)
All road closures shall be approved by the mayor.
(10)
Alcohol may be sold, consumed and possessed at special events in accordance with the terms and conditions of the special event permit.
(Code 1979, § 26-166; Ord. No. 4272-10, § 1, 5-17-2010)