Brea, CA · Orange County

No notary required

Temporary Use Permit Application

Event organizers use this application to request a City of Brea permit for a temporary event and provide event, contact, and site information.

What this form is

The City of Brea requires this application for temporary events. It asks for applicant and emergency contact details, event dates and hours, location, attendance, and information about event features such as vendors, tents, stages, and alcohol service. Submit it with a separate event description and site plan; insurance evidence and other attachments may also be required depending on the event.

Who needs it

Individuals or organizations planning a temporary event in Brea should complete this application and provide the required event description and site plan.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application to the Planning Division at [email protected] 45 days before the proposed event date. The form lists an $850 deposit for large events and a flat $850 fee for small events; other fees may apply.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and, when applicable, property owner and trust account owner sign and date it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Temporary Use Permit Application PDF for Brea.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in applicant and emergency contact details, event information, and the applicable event details.

  3. 3

    Gather Attachments

    Prepare a separate event description and site plan, plus any additional information required for your event.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Planning Division

    Submit the application and attachments to [email protected] 45 days before the proposed event date, and pay the required fees.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Temporary Use Permit Application?
No. The application has signature and date lines but no notary block; the applicant and applicable property owner or trust account owner sign and date it.
How do I submit the Temporary Use Permit Application?
Send the completed application to the Planning Division at [email protected] 45 days before the proposed event date. Required fees must be paid for the application to be considered submitted for review.
What attachments are required with this application?
Include a separate event description and a site plan. Depending on the event, the application may also require insurance evidence and other supplemental information or permits.
What fees does the application list?
The form lists an $850 deposit for large events and a flat fee of $850 for small events. It says other fees may apply and notes a credit card convenience fee.