How to Obtain a Temporary Tent Permit
Tent Permits are Valid for a Period of 90 days from date of Issue

Please all at least 7-10 days for issuance of your permit.

1. Provide two complete sets of paperwork. Provide certificate of fire retardant.
   Fill out the Building Permit Application (original only) in ink and completely, all “non-shaded” areas are to be filled out by applicant.
2. Provide 3 copies of your “Plot Plans’’ showing all buildings (existing and new), and where the tent (s) will be erected. They may be available at Engineering Department (Room 216).
3. Provide the name of the tent erection company and current copy of their Worker’s Compensation coverage  (or the signed affidavit form).  Include any copies of any Federal; State or Historic District permits with application if required.
4. Take all items to ZONING DEPARTMENT; ROOM 206- for help with filling out the Zoning Application and to gain Zoning approvals only. A filing fee will be charged.(Note: Zoning action may apply- verify with Zoning) They will issue a reciept and stamp the Building Permit Application.
5. Take all items to ENGINEERING ROOM- 216 to be reviewed for flood zones and They will stamp the Building Permit Application
6. Take “Compliance Form for City Taxes and WPCA Fees” (Original form available only in the Building Department) to Tax Assessor- City Hall Room 121 and WPCA- 695 Seaview Ave. for compliance verification. Or, call or Fax the Building Dept. 24 hours prior to filing for a permit and provide a complete and accurate property address where tent(s) will be erected.
7. Fire Marshal (Room 211) approval is required on all tent
   permit applications  - 576-8269.
8. Health Department approval is required if there will be food served at your event to to- 752 EAST MAIN STREET.

WHEN COMPLETED with all of the above
return all items to the BUILDING DEPARTMENT, ROOM 220, file application for building permit (between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.) and pay filing fees.