San Leandro, CA · Alameda County
Special Event Permit
San Leandro event organizers use this application to request a permit and provide details about an event, its location, schedule, attendance, and setup.
What this form is
The application requests a San Leandro permit for a special event and helps the city determine what assistance or permit conditions may be needed. Applicants provide contact and organization information, event details, estimated attendance, and information about items such as food, music, tents, and signs. The instructions call for 14-day advance notice, an application fee, and evidence of insurance; tent use requires contacting the Fire Department about a tent permit.
Who needs it
A person or organization planning a special event in San Leandro should complete this application and provide the requested event and applicant information.
How to submit it
Submit the application to Vanisha Sapp at the San Leandro Police Department, 901 E. 14th Street, San Leandro, with 14-day advance notice. Email it to [email protected] or fax it to 510-577-6071; include the $227 non-refundable application fee and evidence of insurance.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the applicant declares the information true, accurate, and complete, then signs and dates the application.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Special Event Permit application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Enter applicant and organization details, event information, estimated attendance, and details about items provided.
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Gather Required Items
Prepare the $227 non-refundable application fee and evidence of insurance. Contact the Fire Department about a tent permit if tents will be used.
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Submit to the City
Provide 14-day advance notice and submit to Vanisha Sapp by email, fax, or at the Police Department address listed in the instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- Who should complete the San Leandro Special Event Permit application?
- A person or organization planning a special event in San Leandro should provide applicant and organization details, event information, and the requested setup details.
- What should I include with the application?
- The instructions call for a $227 non-refundable application fee and evidence of insurance. Applicants also provide 14-day advance notice of the proposed event.
- Do I need a notary for the Special Event Permit application?
- No. This application is signed without a notary. The applicant declares the information true, accurate, and complete, then signs and dates the application.
- How do I submit the Special Event Permit application?
- Send it to Vanisha Sapp at the San Leandro Police Department by email to [email protected] or fax to 510-577-6071, with the fee and evidence of insurance.