Special Event – Temporary Use Permits
Welcome to Westminster! We are excited you have chosen the City of Westminster for your Special Event – Temporary Use.
In the City of Westminster, a Special Event – Temporary Use Permit is required for the following:
- Public Property Special Events and Temporary Uses – Your special event or temporary use will:
- Be open to the public,
- Expect to draw 25 or more people, and
- Will use City property e.g., parks, trails, open space, sidewalks, streets, City right-of-way.
Examples include trail races, corporate events on City property, community events/festivals on City property, food truck sales at City parks, block parties, etc. For food truck sales on City-owned properties, please contact Kate Cooke, Cultural Affairs Coordinator: (303) 658-2271, kcooke@westminsterco.gov
- Private Property Special Events and Temporary Uses – Your special event or temporary use will:
- Be open to the public,
- Expect to draw 25 or more people, and
- Expands the use of the private property out of the building footprint and into the parking lot and/or onto an adjacent property or into the street as a way to provide for additional parking or event – temporary use space.
- Involves outdoor sales on private property e.g., food trucks, temporary merchandise sales, etc.
Examples include tent sales, outdoor car shows, outdoor educational events with multiple tents, outdoor music events, farmers markets, craft markets, community festivals, food truck sales, chile roasting, holiday tree lots, temporary business sales/services, etc.
If you are looking to have an event at Standley Lake, please visit the Standley Lake Application.
If you are hosting a private party at a City Pavilion or Park (e.g., a retirement party, graduation party, birthday party, etc.), please visit the City’s Park and Pavilion rental page.
Block Parties
The City of Westminster encourages residents to host block parties in their neighborhood to build community connections. To that end, block party permits are not charged an application fee. We do ask that you complete an application form so that we can ensure the safety of your event.
Block Party Application
Please read and complete this document prior to starting your eTRAKiT application to ensure that you have all the required information for your application.
Application Requirements for the Special Event – Temporary Use Permit Application.
Before you access the eTRAKiT permit portal, please read the instructions for completing a Special Event – Temporary User Permit application as they provide you with the information that you will need to provide as part of your application.
The City has a $100 application fee which is payable when you submit your application through eTRAKiT. There may be other fees based on your event. These will be identified through the review process.
Before starting your Special Event - Temporary Use Permit application, please work with city staff to ensure that the venue you want to use is available. The City requires that your completed Special Event – Temporary Use application be submitted at least 45 days prior to your Special Event – Temporary Use. Exceptions to this deadline may be made at the discretion of the City depending on the particular circumstances. Some processes, such as insurance and liquor licensing, may take time to complete,
Application reviews are typically completed in 3-5 business days. If approved, you will receive an approved Special Event – Temporary Use Permit that notes any specific requirements and any other required permits from the City. You will need to have this permit with you for the duration of the special event – temporary use.
This packet includes the instructions for completing a Special Event - Temporary Use Permit application. This packet also includes all the required application forms. Please read and complete these prior to starting your eTRAKiT application to ensure that you have all the required information for your application. This document also provides instructions on how to use the eTRAKiT platform.
Ready to apply?
Once you have completed your application, click the green button to upload your application. When you land on the eTRAKiT page, scroll down to “Get a Planning Permit”.
Submit Application via eTRAKIT
Need to complete the Special Event – Temporary Use Permit using a paper application? Please contact Kate Cooke, Cultural Affairs Coordinator (303) 658-2271 or kcooke@westminsterco.gov. She can assist you with this request.
Questions?
Kate Cooke, Cultural Affairs Coordinator (303) 658-2711 kcooke@westminsterco.gov will be your City liaison and will act as your point of contact throughout the permitting process. She will coordinate your application through the City’s internal review process. She can answer any questions you may have about conducting a Special Event – Temporary Use in the City of Westminster.