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Special Event Permit
Are you hosting an outdoor event at your business? If so, a Special Event Permit may be required. A list of frequently asked question is included below. You can also call Community Development with questions at 952-953-2575.
A Special Event per is required if:
- Your business is hosting an outdoor event that is open to the public.
- Your business is working with a mobile food unit, commonly called a food truck.
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Apply For a Special Event Permit at our permit website. We encourage your to use our step by step guide to assist with the application process.
What Information is Required for a Special Event Permit? What Do I Submit for the Permit?
- A site plan - A site plan that accurately displays the location of the event, where pertinent items will be located, and other event details. Dakota County GIS can be a useful tool as it displays the property lines and has recent aerial photos. Your site plan should include where event parking will occur and if the event is in a parking lot, how attendees will be separated from event traffic.
- An event narrative - The narrative must include the date and duration of the event, event coordinator contact information, and a general description of event activities. @(Model.BulletStyle == CivicPlus.Entities.Modules.Layout.Enums.BulletStyle.Decimal ? "ol" : "ul")>
I Want to Host a Food Truck at my Business
- All food trucks must be inspected yearly by the Apple Valley Fire Marshal. A food truck can arrange for an inspection with the Apple Valley Fire Department.
- If the food truck is privately catering for employees a permit is not required, but the yearly safety inspection is.
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How Many Events Can I Host Per Year?
- Businesses are permitted to host four outdoor promotions or special events per year with each event being a maximum of 10-days.
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Can Food Trucks Operate on City Streets or in Parks?
- Food trucks must be part of a special event or promotion in order to operate. An event permit may authorize a food truck to utilize a City street, but only during the duration of the event. Closure of any City street also requires City Council review and approval.
- Food trucks seeking to operate in a park must receive approval from the Parks and Recreation Department. Please contact them at (952) 953-2300. @(Model.BulletStyle == CivicPlus.Entities.Modules.Layout.Enums.BulletStyle.Decimal ? "ol" : "ul")>