HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC AG PKT 2002-08-12 #V AGENDA REPORT
DATE: August 12, 2002
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU: John B. Bahorski, City Manager
FROM: Mac Cummins, Associate Planner /Special Projects Manager
SUBJECT: Special Event Permit Policy
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
Give staff direction regarding possible changes to the Special Event Permit ordinance and
City Council approved Policy Statement. Staff is providing the Council with 3 options to
consider. They are:
1. Change the ordinance to allow the Director of Development Services issue all
Special Event Permits, with an appeal procedure to the City Manager (who would
be the ultimate decision maker)
2. Change the definition of what a "Special Event" is, under the City Council
adopted policy statement and keep the same procedures in place
3. No Change. All applicants will need to comply with the ordinance as it is written.
BACKGROUND:
In August, 2001, the City Council adopted an ordinance and adjoining policy statement
relating to "Special Events." The ordinance (Chapter 19E of the Municipal Code) sets
forth the procedures for making an application to the City for a Special Event, and the
policy statement further defines "special events." The procedure is the same for events
which are located on public property or private property.
In recent months, the City has received several requests from groups wishing to have
"special events" in the City, but have not met the requirements of the ordinance. The
most frequent problems occur when an applicant applies to the City for a special event
less than 60 days prior to their proposed event. Under the current ordinance, there must
be time for an appeal to the City Council for a final decision to be made. As such, staff
has faced a dilemma. Does staff approve an application without following the City
Council approved ordinance which sets out the procedures to follow, or does staff deny
the special event permit?
Review of current process:
Agenda Item V
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• Accept completed application
• City Manager or designee begins review
• Notice posted to affected residents & owners
• Public comment period
• City Manager or designee makes decision and notifies applicant
• Applicant may appeal to City Council (if necessary)
• City Council decision is final
Timeline of current application process:
1. Completed application submitted (60 days prior to event)
2. City Manager or designee begins review
3. Notice Posted (5 days)
4. City Manager or designee makes decision (20 days after submittal)
5. Appeal window (10 days — as per Municipal Code)
6. Appeal to City Council — (40 Days — as per Municipal Code)
After the ordinance was first passed, staff enacted a public outreach program and met
with the Chamber of Commerce, published a notice in the Chamber newsletter, and
created fliers helping to explain the new procedures and what type of events would be
classified as "special events." Staff knew that several applications would come to the City
without meeting all of the (then) new requirements. Staff set a policy of informing each
applicant as they applied that "next" year they would need to follow the appropriate
procedures.
Approximately a year has passed, and staff are still receiving applications without enough
time to process them and still give the applicant their right of appeal to the City Council.
Staff would like to receive direction from the Council as to how to proceed. Staff has
provided the Council with three options this evening:
1. Change the ordinance to allow the Director of Development
Services issue all Special Event Permits, with an appeal procedure
to the City Manager
The impact of this option would be to reduce the amount of time a "special event" would
take to process and to approve or deny. Without an appeal procedure to the City Council,
who only meets approximately every two weeks, the processing time could be split nearly
in half, or to a 30 day process.
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Currently the City Manager or designee issues the permits. Under this procedure, the
Director of Development Services would be the issuing body, after taking input from all
dept. heads. If an applicant wished to appeal the decision of the Director of Development
Services, an appeal could be made to the City Manager, who would make the ultimate
decision. This procedural change would still require an application be made to the City,
and that the requirements of the code be followed.
The process also currently includes a mailout to the affected tenants and property owners
within 100 feet. Staff sees this procedure as beneficial in so far as it notifies the
surrounding residents that the City has an application pending for an event which may
impact them in terms of noise, traffic, street closures etc. If this process were to be
eliminated, persons may not have any idea that an event is going to happen, nor have the
ability to inform staff of habitual problems with a particular event which happens
annually, for instance. Occasionally staff will hear of a problem that happens and can
correct the problem by conditioning the approval to address the concerns raised.
Staff believes this process is appropriate for the types of events which are being applied
for, but acknowledges that the individual citizen may not understand what is required of
them in this regard. The Council can consider leaving the process as is, have staff prepare
the necessary mailing labels (with a corresponding fee increase), or remove the mailing
requirement all together. Staff recommends that if the Council keeps the mailout
requirement, that staff be responsible for producing the mailout labels (With a
corresponding fee increase). This will save time for staff explaining what the applicant
needs to apply, and will still notify surrounding residents of a pending application.
2. Change the definition of what is a "Special Event" under the City
Council adopted policy statement and keep the same procedures
in place
The effect of this option would be to redefine a "special event" in the policy statement
adopted by the City Council last year. Currently, the policy statement defines events
which take place on pubic or private property on a "short term" basis, and which would
not otherwise be permitted by right, to obtain a special event permit. This includes
Christmas tree farms, live music, sidewalk sales, auto auctions in parking lots, short term
outdoor dining, bingo nights in City owned facilities, block parties where streets are
closed, events on the beach or pier, etc.
In the past, the City has not required any special permit for these types of events, except
for City rental fees, when located on a piece of City owned land. The Council could
change the policy statement to define the types of events which would be "special events"
differently. For instance, the Council could determine that events which take place on
publicly owned property do not need a special event permit, and only require the
necessary facility rental fees. This would eliminate concerns from non - profit groups who
hold annual fundraisers around the City. It would, however, not provide notice to any of
the surrounding businesses or residents the City had received an application for a
particular event on a particular night.
3. No Change. All applicants will need to comply with the ordinance
as it is written.
This alternative would leave all of the procedures in place, and would require applicants
to meet the requirements of the Council adopted ordinance and policy statement. Staff
would also inform the Council that if this option is chosen, there will be numerous
applicants who will be denied special event permits. These denials are nearly always not
because staff does not think the permit should be warranted, but because the applicant has
failed to meet the requirements of the application as set forth in the ordinance. After a
period of denials, staff would anticipate that groups will follow the procedures.
Enforcement
Staff, to this point, has accepted and/or approved applications for special events in
several circumstances without following the Council approved procedures for events.
This is typically for events which will have a positive impact on the City and are
traditional events within the City which have never before required a special event
permit. However, as was referenced above, applications continue to come to the City
which do not meet the requirements of the code. Staff has denied some events recently
due to this. From time to time, the applicants make statements to the effect of "We're
going to do it anyway." To date, the City has not sent police or other staff to stop an
event from happening, when it has not been permitted. However, staff would like
direction from the Council as to what level of enforcement should be undertaken when an
event happens which is unpermitted.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None. Staff time in preparing this evening's staff report.
RECOMMENDATION:
Provide staff with direction with regard to the Special Event Permit process. Staff will
prepare a report to the Council at a future meeting with changes to the ordinance and/or
policy st• y -nt as recommended by the City Council.
Mac Cummins, Associate Planner /Special Projects Manager
Attachments (4):
1. Municipal Code Amendment to add Chapter 19 -E •
2. Special Events Permit Policy Statement
3. Special Event Application Packet
4. Letter published in Chamber of Commerce newsletter
NOTED AND APPROVED:
John B. Bah. ', City Manager
Agenda Item
Attachment 1
Special Events
S 19E S 19E -4
CHAPTER 19E
SPECIAL EVENTS
S 19E -1. Purpose.
S 19E -2. Applicability.
S 19E -3. Definitions.
S 19E -4. Permit Requirement.
S 19E -5. Procedure.
S 19E -6. - Standard Regulations.
S 19E -7. Permit Revocation.
Section 19E -1. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to
provide for the approval and regulation of special events on
private property, city -owned property and Public Land Use/
Recreation (PLU /R) zone property.
Section 19E -2. Applicability. This chapter does not apply to
(i) parades, political rallies or similar constitutionally
protected expressive activities; (ii) filming activities
subject to Chapter 8 of this Code; or (iii) adult- supervised,
child - oriented parties conducted at a residential property and
involving no live music.
Section 19E -3. Definitions.
A. "City Manager" means the City Manager of the designee
thereof.
B. "Special event" means a short term land use activity that
is distinct from the customary land use of the property
on which it is conducted and that involves the potential
for a substantial number of participants or spectators.
Special event includes carnival, live music concert,
outdoor dining, seasonal goods market (such as a
Christmas tree farm or pumpkin farm), street fair and
street marathon.
Section 19E -4. Permit Requirement. No person shall conduct a
special event on private property, city -owned property or
Public Land Use /Recreation (PLU /R) zone property unless such
person first obtains, and continues to maintain in full force
and effect, a special event permit for such special event.
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Section 19E -5. Procedure.
A. Application Filing Time. An application for a special
event permit, along with an application fee in an amount
established by City Council resolution, shall be filed at
least sixty (60) days prior to the date of the proposed
special event. Notwithstanding the preceding, the City
Manager may accept a special event permit application
filed less than sixty (60) days in advance when the
special event is proposed to be conducted in a City park
and there is adequate time for review of the application.
B. Application Contents. - An application -for a special event
permit shall be on a form provided by the City. At a
minimum, the application shall contain the following
information:
1. The name of the special event organizer and the
organizer's contact person (if different).
2. A list of the special event permits requested by the
special event organizer in the previous twelve (12)
months.
3. A detailed description of the proposed special event
(including the hours it is to be conducted).
4. A precise diagram of the venue area and floor plan
(if applicable) for the proposed special event.
5. The anticipated number of workers, participants and
spectators at the proposed special event.
6. A traffic control plan (including any necessary
directional devices and street closures) for the
proposed special event.
7. Water facilities and sanitary measures (including
toilets and trash containers) for the proposed
special event.
8. Security measures for the proposed special event.
C. Public Notice and Comment. Prior to making a decision on
a special event permit application, the City Manager
shall give written notice of the application to the
owners and tenants of businesses and properties located
within one hundred (100) feet of the proposed venue. The
City Manager shall give due consideration to any written
comments received from such persons within five (5) days
of such notice.
(Seal Beach 8/01) 4921
Special Events
S 19E -5 S 19E -6
D. Decision. The City Manager shall render a written
decision, supported by findings, on a special event
permit application within twenty (20) days of the filing
of the application. The City Manager may approve a
special event permit upon determining that the proposed
special event will not be detrimental to adjacent
property or to the public health, safety and welfare. In
making such determination, the City Manager may consider
the applicant's past conduct in connection with any
special event approved during the previous twelve (12)
month period. All special event permits shall be for a
limited duration, which shall be indicated in the
approval. No special event organizer shall be issued
more than six (6) special event permits per calendar year
for a particular property. The decision of the City
Manager shall be final unless appealed in accordance with
paragraph F.
E. Authority To Impose Conditions. When approving a special
event permit, the City Manager may impose conditions as
deemed necessary or appropriate to protect adjacent
property and the public health, safety and welfare. Such
conditions may include a requirement for the provision of
security measures recommended by the Chief of Police.
F. Appeals. Any interested person may appeal the City
Manager's decision on a special event permit application
to the City Council in accordance with the provisions of
Article 29.4 of Chapter 28 of this Code. The decision of
the City Council on appeal shall be final.
Section 19E -6. Standard Regulations.
A. Except as provided in paragraph B, in addition to
conformance with any conditions imposed in connection
with a special event permit, each special event shall be
conducted in accordance with the following regulations:
1. The special event shall be conducted entirely within
the time period and the geographical boundaries
approved by the City Manager. The special event
organizers shall conspicuously provide public notice
of such time period and boundaries by posting signs
at City Manager approved locations.
2. The special event organizer shall submit a
refundable security deposit in an amount determined
by the City Manager. The security deposit amount
shall be based solely on the type of special event,
the location of the special event and the
anticipated number of participants and spectators.
The special event organizer shall be refunded the
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S 19E -6 S 19E -7
security deposit less any amount deducted to cover
the cost of (i) clean -up of the special event area
by City forces; (ii) damage to City -owned property
due to the special event; (iii) extraordinary
repair, law enforcement or public safety costs
incurred by the City or another governmental agency
due to the special event.
3. The special event organizer shall execute a written
statement satisfactory to the City Attorney whereby
the organizer promises to _indemnify, defend and hold
harmless the City, its elected officials, officers
and employees with respect to any liability
(including attorney's fees, expenses and costs) for
personal injury or property damage sustained by any
person as a result of the special event.
4. The special event organizer shall file a certificate
of insurance evidencing that a comprehensive
liability insurance policy has been issued for the
special event by an insurance company that both (i)
is admitted and licensed to do business in the State
of California; and (ii) is rated B +VII or better
according to the most recent A.M. Best Co. Rating
Guide. The policy limits of such insurance shall
not be less than $1,000,000.00 combined single limit
or equivalent. Such policy shall (i) name the City
as an additional insured; (ii) specify that it acts
as primary insurance and that no insurance held or
owned by the designated additional insureds shall be
called upon to cover a loss; and (iii) contain a
provision that no termination, cancellation or
change of coverage of insured or additional insureds
shall be effective until after thirty (30) days
notice thereof has been given in writing to the City
Manager.
B. The City Manager may modify or waive any regulation set
forth in paragraph A upon making a determination that, in
the context of a specific special event, such regulation
is not necessary or appropriate to protect adjacent
property or the public health, safety and welfare.
Section 19E -7. Permit Revocation. The City Manager may
revoke a special event permit if the special event is
conducted contrary to the conditions of approval, the
provisions of this Code or the provisions of any law. Prior
to revocation, the City Manager shall give written notice to
the special event organizer and, if requested, shall afford a
hearing on the grounds for revocation. Notwithstanding the
preceding, the City Manager may summarily revoke a special
event permit when necessary for the immediate protection of
(Seal Beach 8/01) 4923
Special Events
S 19E -7 S 19E -7
the public health, safety or welfare. If requested, the City
Manager shall afford the special event organizer a hearing on
the grounds for revocation as soon thereafter as is
practicable.
(Ord. No. 1477)
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Attachment 2
COUNCIL POLICY
SUBJECT
SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
SECTION INDEX NO. ISSUE DATE REVISION COUNCIL CM
DATE APPROVAL APPROVAL
600 7/23/01 7/23/01
1. SCOPE
Citywide
2. PURPOSE AND INTENT
This City Council policy shall establish the "Special Events Permit Policy" for the
City of Seal Beach in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 19E of the Code
of the City of Seal Beach.
3. POLICY:
The City has received numerous requests to allow land use entitlements on a
"short" term basis. The City has an interest in allowing certain types of
conditionally allowed uses on a short-term basis. Many of these types of uses
allow private businesses to hold special events which alter the character of a
particular area.
For the purposes of this Policy Statement, the term "Short Term" shall refer to the
following:
❑ Christmas Tree / Pumpkin sales: Up to, but not exceeding 1 month
❑ All other events held on private property: Up to, but not exceeding 2 days
❑ Events on the beach: Up to, but not exceeding 1 week
❑ Events on public property (not the beach), up to, but not exceeding 2 days
Christmas Tree / Pumpkin Farms -
The City will allow, subject to the procedure set forth in this policy statement, a
private property owner, to rent or lease a portion of private property to an
individual wishing to sell Christmas Trees / Pumpkins or any other "seasonal"
• good for a period of up to 1 month at a time. "Seasonal" goods shall be
determined by the Director of Development Services. After such an application is
made to the Director of Development services, the Director shall consider the
following before making a determination:
❑ Impact on traffic
City Council Policy Statement
Special Events Permits
❑ Impact on surrounding residential uses
❑ Impact on Noise
❑ Impact on Parking
❑ Other potentially significant impacts on the City of Seal Beach
Other Privately Held Events
The City wishes to allow special events, where the public are welcome but are
held on private property. These types of events generally occur in short term (1
night) occurrences. They are usually land uses which would necessitate a
Conditional Use Permit or some other land use entitlement. In establishing this
policy statement, the City sets the policy that some land uses are beneficial to the
City (when properly regulated) on a short-term basis. Further, the City will take
the policy that more than 6 such events in any one calendar year shall necessitate
a Conditional Use Permit, or other appropriate land use entitlement. These types
of events shall include:
❑ Live music
❑ Outdoor dining
❑ Sidewalk sale (on private property)
❑ Parties in residential areas of the City where children's entertainment
apparatus are used
❑ Other short term duration events determined by the City Manager or designee
to be within the scope of this Policy Statement
Events Held On The Beach
All events held on the beach, both private events and events that are open to the
general public, shall fall within the scope of this policy statement. These types of
events have traditionally included beach volleyball tournaments, sand castle
contests, etc. The City recognizes that the beach is perhaps the most noticeable
feature of landscape within the city limits and holds its continued reputation as a
family oriented source of recreation in the highest regard in terms of setting
policy. Events on the beach shall be limited in scope to activities which do not
detrimentally impact the surrounding environment. These impacts shall be
evaluated by the City Manager or designee and shall include, but will not be
limited to, the following:
❑ Impacts on Noise
❑ Impacts on Traffic
❑ Impacts on Water Quality
❑ Impacts on the Beach Sand etc.
❑ Impacts on the General Environment
Events Held on Public Property
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City Council Policy Statement
Special Events Permits
The City recognizes that from time to time, private operators would like to utilize
public land for a private function, which may or may not be open to the public.
These types of events might include utilizing the electric greenbelt, having a
parade on city streets, etc. These events, when properly regulated, allow the
public the opportunity to utilize publicly owned land. The City's interest in these
types of applications is making sure that the event does not negatively impact
local residents in a detrimental fashion. As such, the City will allow these types of
events, subject to Chapter 19E of the Seal Beach Municipal Code.
4. PROCEDURE
An application shall be filled out in accordance with Chapter 19E of the Seal
Beach Municipal Code and will be processed through the department which the
City Manager designates. The application shall include all information as outlined
in Chapter 19E of the Seal Beach Municipal Code.
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SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
APPLICATION PACKET
How to Apply for a Special Event Permit
To request City consideration of a: Special Event Permit, the attached application and supporting
documentation must be submitted to the Planning Department for events taking place on private property
and the Department of Parks and Recreation for events taking place on public property. Filing
requirements must be met in full. City staff are available if you need assistance.
1. Application Form
Complete the application in detail. Include both your mailing address and your home' or business
address, as applicable. Both the applicant and the property owner must sign the application.
2. Owner's Affidavit Forn1
The applicant must show the City proof that he /she is the property owner. For example, by
providing a copy of the Grant Deed and a picture I.D., such as a driver's license.
If the applicant is not the legal property owner, the property owner must authorize the applicant to
act as his /her agent by signing the Owner's Affidavit. In the case of a private property special
event, the Owner's Affidavit must be signed in the presence of a Notary Public ar a Planning
Department Staff person. Proper identification will be required in both instances. If the property
owner does not sign the Owner's Affidavit, the application is incomplete.
3. Legal Description
A legal description of the property is a required part of this application. Legal descriptions may be
found on the property's Grant Deed.
A legal description that is described by metes and bounds must have a point of beginning which can
be identified on the Orange County Assessor's map books or recorded tracts. Recorded lot, block
and tract numbers are acceptable. Assessor's parcel numbers are not acceptable as a legal
description. Please attach a copy of the legal description for the proposed subject property to the
application.
4. Nntire to Adjacent Property Owner
The Code of the City of Seal Beach requires a Pending Notice of Special Event be given to all
owners of surrounding properties within 100 feet of the boundaries of the subject property and all
occupants, both residential & commercial, within 100 feet of the subject property's boundaries.
Names and addresses of surrounding property owners may be obtained from a title insurance
company or from the Orange County Assessor's Office (714-834-2727). Whoever prepares the list
must verify the list by signing it (usually done via a signed cover letter) or by signing the enclosed
"Applicant Affidavit — Radius Map for Public Hearing" form. '
Labels prepared for occupants should be addressed to occupant or current resident and include
the address. Note that if there is a multiple unit building within the 100 -foot radius, it will be
necessary to send a label to each occupant in each unit. Preparing this information is the
applicant's responsibility.
The applicant is to submit the names and addresses of the surrounding property owners and
occupants in the form of three (3) sets of Avery 5260 labels. These labels may be obtained from
any office supply store. The City will provide postage and envelopes.
5. Assessnr's Parcel Maps
One (1) Orange County Assessor's parcel map must accompany the Special Event Permit
application. This map may be obtained from a title insurance company or from the Orange County
Assessor's Office in Santa Ana.
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The 100 -foot radius line and the subject property must be indicated on these maps in color.
6. Plans
The proposed plot plan and applicable floor plans depicting the property and the location of the
special event activities requested must be submitted with the application. All activities and their
locations must be clearly shown on the plans. The applicant must furnish the City plans as follows:
• 5 complete sets. PLEASE DO NOT BRING IN PLANS ROLLED AND BANDED. ALL
PLANS MUST BE FOLDED AS FOLLOWS:
- Five (5) sets measuring at least 8 %" x 11" or 11" x 17" and folded flat to measure 8W x 11 ".
• The plans submitted must indicate the following:
A. A plot plan, showing all property lines and fully dimensioned street and alley locations,
street names, walkways, patio areas, all existing and proposed structures and their
dimensions. Location of Special Event activities shall be indicated on the Plot Plan.
B. All setbacks and building separations.
C. Automobile parking arrangement, including location of driveways and dimensions of it.
D. Interior floor plans, including location of proposed special event activites, where
applicable.
E. Location and type of existing or proposed walls and /or fences, including height and
material.
F. Traffic control plan, where applicable
8. Filing Fee
A Filing Fee of $100 must be paid at the time the application is submitted. In some cases where
there will be greater impacts to the City, a larger deposit will be required. City staff are available to
answer any questions regarding this. Checks should be made payable to "City of Seal Beach ".
9. Appliratinn DPadlinP
The special event permit application form and all supporting materials must be filed no later than
5:00 p.m., sixty (60) days prior to the Special Event dated requested. If this time limitation is not
met or if the application is incomplete, City staff can not guarantee that the request will be processed
before the event, and will therefore result in a denial.
10. ApppaIR
Appeals of City Staff decisions will come before the City Council and shall be heard within 40 days of
legal appeal, filed through the City Clerks office.
The City Council will hold a Public Hearing on an appeal within forty (40) calendar days of the receipt
of the written appeal. The City Council will announce its decision by formal resolution not more than
forty (40) calendar days tiaollowing the hearing. The effective date of the City Council order granting or
denying an appeal is the date on which the City Council takes its final action. The action by the City
. Council shall be final and conclusive.
11. A peal Filing„Fee
At the time the appeal application is submitted a deposit of $100 must be paid. Check should be
made payable to the "City of Seal Beach."
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SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION
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TODAY'S DATE PERMIT PROCESSING FEE
EVENT ORGANIZATION
EVENT DATES EVENT LOCATION
EVENT HOURS ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE
RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUAL/TITLE
ADDRESS CITY /ZIP
PHONE (WORK) (HOME)
GENERAL PLAN / ZONE DESIGNATION
Please attach to this application five (5) sets of plans and a detailed description of the Event Layout.
LIST CITY FACITLITIES /SERVICES REQUESTED OF THE CITY (1 E : PERSONNEL. EQUIPMENT, BANNER, ETC )
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RESERVED PARKING? (Y/N) AMPLIFICATION? (Y/N)
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES SOLD /SERVED? (Y/N) IF YES, YOU MUST OBTAIN A
PERMIT FROM THE ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD. (714) 558 -4101.
FOOD SOLD /SERVED? (Y/N) IF YES, YOU MUST OBTAIN A PERMIT FROM THE
ORANGE COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT. (562) 431 -7842.
OPEN FIRES, COOKING OR A BBQ? (Y/N) IF YES, DESCRIBE:
SECURITY MEASURES AT THE PROPOSED EVENT? (Y/N) DESCRIBE:
ADDITIONAL DETAILS?
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT U (NAME OF
ORGANIZATION) THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS COMPLETE AND I/WE WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR UNECESSARY ABUSE OF THE FACILITY, BUILDING, OR
EQUIPMENT. I/WE AGREE TO HOLD THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH HARLESS AND FREE FROM
LIABILITY OF ANY NATURE ARISING FROM THE USE OF CITY FACILITIES - INCLUDING
REIMBURSEMENT OF ANY LEGAL FEES INCURRED IN THE DEFENSE OF SUCH CLAIMS.
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Applicant's Affidavit
Radius Map for Special Event Permit Application .
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I, , certify that on the day of ,
, I prepared an ownership /occupant list and radius map, which included properties and
residential dwelling units entirely within or partially within one hundred feet (100') of the most
exterior boundaries of the property being considered in the above - referenced case known as
(address) .
Property Owners. The names and addresses listed were taken from the latest records of the
Orange County Assessor. Such names are recorded in the records of the County Assessor as
being the present owner(s) of both the property involved in said case and of property in the
immediate vicinity thereto.
Occupant Notification. I obtained the mailing addresses of occupants within 100' of the subject
property in the following manner:
I certify that said ownership /occupant list and radius map are correct and accurate to the best of
my knowledge. I also acknowledge that any errors in this information will constitute an incomplete
application and may invalidate its approval.
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swear that (I am) /(we are) the owner of the property at:
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and that (I am) /(we are) are familiar with the rules of the City of Seal Beach for preparing and filing a
special event permit application. The information contained in the attached special event permit
application is correct to the best of (my) /(our) knowledge and (I) /(we) approve of this application.
(Print Name) (Signature) (Date)
(Address - Please Print) (City, State & Zip) (Telephone)
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME .
THIS DAY OF ,
Notary Public
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APPEAL APPLICATION
TO CITY COUNCIL
o For Office Use Only
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City Staff Action Approval Denial Other
Date Appeal Filed: City Council Date:
Notice Date:
City Council Action: Resolution No.:
1. Property Address:
2. Applicant's Name:
Address:
Home Phone: ( )
Work Phone: ( ) FAX: ( )
3. Property Owner's Name:
Address:
Home Phone: ( )
4. The undersigned hereby appeals the following described action of the Seal Beach City
Manager or designee concerning Special Event Permit No.
Attach a statement that explains in detail why the decision of the City Manager or designee is
being appealed, the specific conditions of approval being appealed, and include your
statements indicating where the City Manager or designee may be in error.
(Signature of Applicant / Appecant) (Signature of Owner)
(Circle one)
,
(Print Name) (Print Name)
(Date) (Date)
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❑ Application (signed)
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❑ Plans (5 sets folded as indicated in instructions on Page 3)
❑ Labels — Avery 5260 (3 sets)
❑ Check for $100
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The City Council passed a new ordinance regarding "Special Event Permits" this past
summer and the ordinance became law in the late summer /early fall. The City has been
working with applicants as they come in to apply for these permits, but there seems to be
some misunderstanding amongst the business community regarding the process.
The City would like help alleviate any confusion regarding the requirements to obtain a
"Special Event Permit." Special Event Permits are granted by City Staff, subject to an
adopted City Council Policy Statement, for short term land use entitlements which would
otherwise require Conditional Use Permits or are simply not allowed by the City's
Zoning Ordinance. Typical events which would need this type of permit:
1. Live music
2. Outdoor dining
3. Closure of public streets (Parade /running race etc.)
4. Rental of publicly owned land
5. Christmas Tree lots/Pumpkin farms in Parking Lots
6. Block Parties
7. Closure of Parking Lots to set up Tents /Canopies /Outdoor sales
The requirements to obtain the permit:
1. Submit application a MINIMUM of 60 days prior to the event
2. A maximum of 6 events on one piece of property, by the same operator, per
calendar year
3. A $100 application fee
4. A radius map with all "affected" property owners and occupants of structures
highlited; and a list of those affected persons addresses
5. Description of the Event; ie hours of operation, number of patrons expected,
additional security measures if necessary, proof of insurance if necessary .
The City Staff is more than willing to help out any potential applicant and help them
work through the process. A number of applicants have come in at the last minute and
applied for these permits within the 60 day window and the City staff cannot process the
application due to short time constraints given the new procedure. As the ordinance has
been in effect for several months now, City Staff will no longer be accepting applications
within the 60 day application window, except in extreme situations. If anyone has any
questions at all, feel free to contact Mac Cummins, Assistant Planner, at City Hall at
(562) 431 -2527 x316 and he will be most happy to explain the procedure and help all
prospective applicants through the application process.