So that we may assist you in the planning process for a special event where the public is invited to attend, please complete this application when your event is more than one (1) month away. Based on the details of this application, permits and inspections may be required.
Name of Event:
Application Information
Full Name:
Address
Email Address
City
Amarillo
State
Texas
Zip
Phone
Fax:
Daytime Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Organization Information
Organization Name
Mailing Address
Email Address
Daytime Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Event Information (a site plan must be submitted)
Event Location / Address
Is this address private or public property?
Private
Purpose of the Event
Event Description
Is the event going to be indoor or outdoor?
Indoor
Describe the current use of the building:
Date(s) of event (alternate)
Hours of operation
Date site preparation will begin
Approximate number of persons attending per day
Public Safety Coordinationhttp://oem.amarillo.gov/specialevents.html or call 378-3004.
Time of cleanup completion
PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS BELOW SO THE APPLICATION IS ROUTED TO THE PROPER DEPARTMENTS
1. Will tents be used in conjunction with the event?
Yes
A certificate of Flame Resistance for tents, canopies, or other membrane structures larger than 200 sq. ft must be provided no later than 14 business days before the event for permit approval.
To ask questions and obtain Construction Permits relating to question number 1, call Building Safety at 378-3042 .378-4238 .
2. Will signage be used in conjunction with the event?
Yes
(Examples of signs include Americans with Disability Act (ADA), directional, entrance and exiting, ingress, egress and advertising for event)
3. Will amplified sound (loudspeakers) and music be used in conjunction with the event?
Yes
To ask questions relating to number 3, please contact the Amarillo Police Department at 378-4256 .
4. Will electricity be provided to the site?
Yes
Please describe amperage and describe in detail how and who will be providing the connections.
If provided by generators, please list quantity and sizes
Where fuel supply will be stored?
To ask questions and obtain permits relating to question number 4, call Building Safety at 378-3042 .378-4238 .
5. Will food and/or beverages be served or sold?
Yes
To ask questions and obtain permits relating to question number 5, please call the Environmental Health Department at 378-9472 .
6. Will alcoholic beverages be sold or consumed?
Yes
To ask questions about serving alcohol and permits, please call the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission at 353-1286 .
7. If the event will impact surrounding residents, notice must be sent to nearby property addresses at least two (2) weeks before the event date. Applicant must submit a copy of letter and addresses of residents notified.
8. Proposed parking locations and number of spaces provided
Applicant must submit written permission for use of parking from property owner.
To ask questions about fire/life safety and exiting requirements, call the Fire Marshal’s office at 378-4238 .378-6295 .378-4256 .
9. Outline the traffic control plan complete with a sketch to reduce congestion
To ask questions about blocking streets, parking regulations, you can call Traffic Engineering at 378-6295 .378-4256 .
10. Outline of security for event.
To ask questions about requirements for number 10 or to contact the Amarillo Police Department for review of your security plan, call 378-9452 .
11. Will animals be used in conjunction with the event?
Yes
How many and what kind of animal(s)?
To ask questions about requirements for animal safety, please contact the Animal Control Department at 378-6033 .
12. Will amusement rides/bounce houses(s) be used in conjunction with the event?
Yes
The location(s) must be indicated on the site plan. A certificate of inspection and Certificate of Insurance must be provided no later than 10 business days before event for permit approval. Rides and/or attractions associated with special events shall conform to the statutory rules and regulations set forth in Chapter 21. Article 21.53 of the Texas insurance Code, designated the Amusement Ride Safety Inspection and Insurance Act. (The Act lists rides that are included and excluded, but there are still instances where questions arise.) In those cases, the City of Amarillo’s position is that the ride is included unless the applicant can provide written documentation from the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) that the specific ride(s) have been reviewed and determined not to fall under the Act. It is the Applicant’s responsibility to provide a written TDI opinion exempting that specific ride(s).
THIS QUESTION APPLIES ONLY TO PUBLIC PROPERTY
13. Is this application for a Run, Walk, March or Parade?
Yes
To ask questions about blocking streets, parking regulations, you can call Traffic Engineering at 378-6295 .378-4256 .
14. Is a Fireworks, pyrotechnics and/or flame effects display, or outdoor burning proposed for this event?
Yes
To obtain permits or ask questions about fire/life safety, call the Fire Marshal’s office at 378-4238 .
15. How many restrooms or port o potties will you provide?
16. Will you provide fresh water connections on site?
Yes
17. Describe the arrangements for the solid waste disposal (trash disposal)
Now that your Special Events Application is complete, please email it to the Special Events Committee at
specialevents@amarillo.gov . This application will be emailed to other departments. If you would like to discuss your event with applicable departments, please contact Environmental Health at
378-9472 to schedule a time.
This application can also be mailed to City of Amarillo, Environmental Health Department
PO Box 1971 Amarillo, TX 79105
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