Buckeye, AZ · Maricopa County
Special Event Temporary Use Permit
This application is for property owners or authorized agents seeking City of Buckeye approval for a qualifying temporary land use, such as a festival, carnival, or temporary retail sale.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Buckeye uses this application to review qualifying temporary land uses and events, including temporary retail sales, carnivals, festivals, and rodeos. Applicants are asked to submit it 45–60 days before the event, with supporting materials such as a project description and site layout; additional documents may apply depending on the event. The included Affidavit of Structures certifies that structures will meet applicable requirements and that their placement matches the application materials.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents planning a temporary land use that requires a SETUP should submit the application and any applicable supporting materials to the City of Buckeye.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Special Event Temporary Use Permit process guide and application from the City of Buckeye.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill out the application and prepare the project description, site layout, and any other materials required for your event.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
If the Affidavit of Structures applies, book a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the Affidavit of Structures during the live audio-video session with the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed application and applicable supporting materials electronically to the City of Buckeye, following its Planning and Zoning instructions.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Buckeye. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Affidavit of Structures notarized?
- Complete the affidavit, then book a live audio-video session with a commissioned online notary. Sign the affidavit during the session and include it with your SETUP application materials.
- Do I need a notarized affidavit for every temporary use?
- The guide lists the Affidavit of Structures as required for temporary retail sales and temporary events. It does not list it as required for temporary antennas, temporary expansion or replacement facilities, or temporary sales/leasing offices.
- Can I sign the affidavit online with a notary?
- Arizona has authorized remote online notarization for its own notaries since July 2020 under A.R.S. §41-371 et seq., and recognizes notarial acts performed by notaries of other states under A.R.S. §33-501. Rush Notary sessions are with a commissioned online notary over live audio-video.
- When should I submit the SETUP application?
- The application guide says to submit a SETUP 45–60 days before the event. Confirm with the city if unsure about the affidavit or your specific application requirements.