Special Event Permits

Notice: Special Event Permit link is temporarily removed until Jan. 1, 2024.

According to Section 24-71 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Summerville, it is unlawful for any person to hold, manage, conduct, aid, participate in, form, start or carry on any parade or public meeting or assembly in or upon any public street, park or other public grounds in the town unless and until a permit to conduct such activities has been obtained.

A special event permit is required for any/all organized activity with fifty or more people using publicly owned, managed, or controlled property (including Right-of-Ways).

Application Due Date

Applications for parades/processions shall be submitted no less than sixty days in advance of the requested event date. All other applications shall be submitted a minimum of forty-five days in advance of the requested event date.

Fees

Fees and other charges may apply to each application as determined by the town departments affected by the special event and the amount of services, property, permits, etc. that are necessary to assure the event will be held with the health and safety of the public in mind.

Picketing

According to Section 24-44, no picketing shall be conducted by a group of 10 or more persons unless a notice of intent to picket has been submitted and a receipt has been issued. A group of fewer than 10 persons may give written notice of intent to picket but is not required to do so.

Rental Facilities

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Public Information Disclaimer

The information submitted on the Special Event Permit Application, including permit holder name and email address, is public information and will be listed on this webpage once event is approved.