Special Events that take place on County property or rights-of-way require an Encroachment Permit. The types of activities and events include but are not limited to:
- Organized Run/Walk Events (e.g. 5k runs, relays, marathons, walk-a-thons)
- Bicycle tours and races (using County roads, bike paths, Flood Control District property)
- Rallys & Assemblies (using streets, sidewalks, County property)
- Block Parties or Private Parties (held on County streets & sidewalks)
- Mobile Clinics (set up on County streets, parking lots, or other property)
- Filming events and activities (on County streets or other County property)
What is required?
Applicants or their authorized representatives should submit a permit application well in advance and not less than one month in advance of their event. A detailed description of the event/ activity should be included with the permit application. Please include copies of site maps, event set up plans, locations for proposed staging areas, and course or route maps.
NOTE: Separate building permits for stages and other structures 36 inches in height and above may be required by the Building and Fire Codes. Tents, canopies, generators, and lighting may also require approval by the Building Official and/or the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). Any special event where food will be prepared and/or served may require additional permits/inspections by the Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA). Please advise staff if you plan to have any of the above items as part of your event. Staff will assist you in processing the necessary and required additional permits.
Traffic Control plans may be required for events that require traffic detours, lane or road closures, or sidewalk closures. All events held on County property or ROW will require liability insurance coverage from the applicant, which meets County specifications.
