Temporary Use Permit Application [PDF]

$94.00 permit application fee + inspection fee

$42 Non-Profit permit application fee + inspection fee

 

A Temporary Use Permit is required for an organized activity that incorporates the use of:

• City public streets, sidewalks, right-of-way, and/or
• City public parks or other City public property an/or
• Outdoor private property, including parking lots, is allowed only when it is part of a Special Event Venue that includes City public property and permission has been received by the property owner/manager (for example, a parking lot used as part of a street festival venue).

 Festivals, parades, runs/walks, farmer/art markets, car shows, trunk or treats, event pop-ups are examples of activities that require a temporary use permit application. 

Public rights-of-way, including sidewalks and parking lots:

• Any non-motorized race, walkathon, bike-a-thon or similar event;
• Block party;
• Parade and other constitutionally protected expression;
• Street fair;
• Temporary commercial movie filming in conjunction with motion picture, television program or commercial; and
• Similar events which are deemed compatible with a temporary use permit, and with the zone and surrounding land uses. 

Districts zoned for residential use:

• Community fair in public park;
• Concert in public park;
• Parade and other constitutionally protected expression;
• Youth, charitable or nonprofit organization project;
• Similar events which are deemed compatible with a temporary use permit, and with the zone and surrounding land uses. 

Districts zoned for commercial and industrial uses:

• Auction;
• Carnival, circus and similar traveling amusement event;
• Christmas tree or pumpkin lot;
• Local special event sale;
• Off-road race (check points);
• Outdoor concert;
• Outdoor sale in conjunction with a permanent retail facility;
• Parade and other constitutionally protected expression;
• Special event sale;
• Youth, charitable or nonprofit organization project; and
• Similar events which are deemed compatible with a temporary use permit, and with the zone and surrounding land uses. 

Events involving vendors, entertainment, and/or party supply companies must list all on the event's vendor listing. All individuals are required to have an active City of Barstow Business License to have permitted involvement with the event. Inspections held the day of the event will be verifying those at the event are permitted to be present. 

ADVISORY FOR EVENTS: Your event date is not guaranteed. Temporary use permit applications are reviewed on a first come, first-served basis, and accepted only once deemed substantially complete. Complete application packets are required no sooner than 20 days prior to your event. Event Organizers who have violated City of Barstow Temporary Use Permit regulations are subject to denial of future events. 

Other Special Event Related Permits / Requirements 

There are a number of different special event-related permit that may be issued independently of a City of Barstow Temporary Use Permit or may be required in conjunction with a City of Barstow Temporary Use Permit. The proposed event venue, activities, components, attendance, and unique circumstances of the event are contributing factors to the final determination of the required permit types. 

 The following is a summary (but not limited to) of the most common permit you may be required to obtain if you are planning a special event or an activity associated with a special event.

Special Events Liability Insurance Program

For permitted special events held on City property:

SPARTA Insurance Programs

Toll Free Number: (800) 420-0555

 

Alcohol Use Permit

If you plan to have alcohol at your event, you must receive authorization from the City of Barstow Police Department and the State of California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control. Police Department authorization if typically granted through the Citywide Process. If the proposed event will take place on public park land; within a city-owned facility; or other city-managed property, you will also be required to provide a letter of authorization to serve alcohol from an authorized representative of the managing city department. Both the Police Department and managing city department may place restrictions on the way in which alcohol is managed at your proposed event. Security Guards are required at any event where alcohol is served and may also be mandated based on the event type, size, or at the discretion of the Police Department. 

In addition to authorization from the City of Barstow to provide alcohol at your event, it is your responsibility to obtain the appropriate license from the State of California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control. 

State of California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control

(760) 324-2027 

Licensing Forms | Alcoholic Beverage Control

 

Security

Security Guards are required at any event where alcohol is served and may also be mandated based on the event type, size, or at the discretion of the Police Department. 

Security Guidelines:

• All guards must have a valid guard card, be in uniform, and be present for the entire duration of the event.
• Security companies must be bonded and insured
• A copy of the security contract must be submitted
• Barstow PD can be hired for security at cost of event organization (overtime rate)

 

Food Permits 

If you intend to sell, serve, give away, or sample food or consumable products, including water or other beverages, at a public event, you must obtain an Event Organizer Permit through San Bernardino County Public Health. Additionally, each food vendor at your event must also have a Temporary Food Facility Vendor Permit. Different permits, policies and procedures depend on your classification and the number of days of your event. A Temporary Food Facility (TFF) can only operate at community events approved by San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Services (EHS). It is the responsibility of the Event Organizer to ensure that all TFF Vendors at the event comply with food safety and sanitary requirements enforced by EHS. An Event Organizer Permit is required for any events where two or more food vendors are present.

San Bernardino County Environmental Health Services

(800) 422-2283

Food Facilities – Environmental Health Services

 

Facility Use Agreements

The City of Barstow offers different locations available to rent. If you have any questions or would like to make a reservation, contact Parks and Recreation at (760) 256-5617 or email: parknrec@barstowca.org . All rental payments must be made in-person. All rentals require at least a two week notice no rentals will be accepted within two weeks. Any rental within 30 days must have all fees and documentation on date of booking. 

Facility Use Agreement

 

Restroom Guidelines

The City of Barstow may impose restroom requirement on your event based off of number of attendees and duration of event. Please see restroom guidelines for requirements. 

Restroom Guidelines

 

Temporary Trash / Recycling Service

To arrange for temporary trash/recycling for your event, contact Burrtec Waste Industries.

Burrtec Waste Industries

(760) 256-2730

 

Firework/Pyrotechnic/Special Effect/Lasers

All activities associated with the use of pyrotechnics and open flames must be reviewed and approved by the City of Barstow Fire Department in compliance with the California Fire Code as amended by the City of Barstow. Examples of activities in this category include outdoor fireworks, lasers, model rocket launches, open flame activities such as fire walking and special effects using pyrotechnical devices. As part of the permit requirements, onsite stand-by and inspection services may be required due to the size complexity and/or unique safety issues regarding the activities associated with the proposed event. 

Fire Performance - Open Flame Permit [PDF]

Fire Performance Safety Standard [PDF]