Chino Hills, CA · San Bernardino County

No notary required

Special Events Application & Information

This application is for organizations and event organizers seeking a permit to hold a temporary special event in Chino Hills.

What this form is

The application requests a special event permit for events such as fairs, carnivals, and large athletic, religious, or entertainment events. Applicants provide event dates, location, attendance, plans for traffic, food, restrooms, insurance, and other event details, along with required supporting materials. The city says applications must be received at least 30 days before the event and may be submitted up to 180 days ahead.

Who needs it

Organizations and event organizers planning a temporary special event on private property, city property, or in the public right-of-way need this application.

How to submit it

For events in a city park or facility, bring the completed application and required materials to the Recreation Counter. For events on private property, city-owned open space, or in the public right-of-way, bring them to the Community Development counter.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; the property owner and event organizer or host organization sign the application.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Special Events Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Fill in the event, organizer, location, schedule, attendance, and event-planning details requested on the form.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Materials

    Prepare proof of insurance, a detailed site map, and a detailed event narrative, along with other items required for your event.

  4. 4

    Submit to the City

    Bring the application and required materials to the Recreation Counter or Community Development counter, depending on the event location.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Special Events Application?
No. The application is signed and dated by the property owner and event organizer or host organization; it does not require a notary.
How do I submit the Special Events Application?
Bring the completed application and required materials to the Recreation Counter for a city park or facility event, or to the Community Development counter for an event on private property, city-owned open space, or in the public right-of-way.
What materials must accompany the application?
The form lists a completed application, proof of insurance, a detailed site map, and a detailed event narrative among the submittal requirements.
When must I submit the application?
The application must be received at least 30 days before the event and may be submitted as early as 180 days before it.

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This Special Events Application & Information doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Chino Hills form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.