Fountain Valley, CA · Orange County
Temporary Use/Canopy/Tent Permit
Businesses use this permit form to request approval for temporary use of flame-retardant canopies or tents at an event in Fountain Valley.
What this form is
The Fountain Valley Fire Department form records the business, permit holder, event location and dates, intended use, exits, fire extinguishers, and occupant load. It is for temporary use of flame-retardant canopies or tents; the form states that operations must comply with conditions in the California Fire Code. It also provides fields for fees and fire official approval.
Who needs it
A business seeking a permit for temporary use of a flame-retardant canopy or tent in Fountain Valley should complete this form.
How to submit it
The form lists the Fountain Valley Fire Department at 10200 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92728-8030, and provides fields for permit fees. After paying fees, request an inspection through the city website; at least 48 hours’ advance notice is required.
About notarization
This form has no notary block; it includes a fire official approval signature and date, and identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Permit Form
Download the Temporary Use/Canopy/Tent Permit form.
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Complete The Form
Fill in the business, permit, event, tent or canopy, exit, extinguisher, and occupant-load information.
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Review Fees And Approval
Use the fee fields on the form; the fire official approval and date fields are for department use.
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Pay And Request An Inspection
After paying fees, request an inspection through the city website at least 48 hours in advance.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Temporary Use/Canopy/Tent Permit?
- No. The form has no notary block and identifies no sworn or notarized attachment; it includes a fire official approval signature and date.
- What information does the permit form request?
- It asks for business and permit-holder details, event location and dates, intended use, exit signage, fire extinguishers, and occupant load.
- How do I submit the Temporary Use/Canopy/Tent Permit?
- The form lists the Fire Department address and fee fields. After paying fees, request an inspection through the city website, giving at least 48 hours’ advance notice.