Greenwich, CT · Fairfield County
Special Event Permit Application
This application requests a Town of Greenwich permit for events such as fairs, concerts, charity events, and private parties, and is filed by the property owner or event organizer.
- 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
The application tells Greenwich what kind of event is planned, where and when it will take place, and what facilities or utilities it will use. The town requires a Special Event Permit for listed events and certain events in buildings not designed for the proposed use; tents, raised platforms, electrical work, food service, and other features may require additional reviews, approvals, or permits. The form also includes a sworn property-owner authorization and a tent ballast worksheet.
Who needs it
Property owners and event organizers seeking a Greenwich permit for a listed special event must complete the application and provide the required event and property information.
Why it needs a notary
The property owner signs the sworn authorization before a notary, who completes the form’s “Subscribed and sworn to, and before me” jurat block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Town of Greenwich Special Event Permit Application and review the permit guidelines.
- 2
Fill In Event Details
Complete the event, property, owner, organizer, facilities, and utilities sections that apply.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the property-owner sworn authorization.
- 4
Sign On Video
The property owner signs the authorization during the online session and completes the notary process.
- 5
Submit To The Town
Submit the application and any required supporting documents to the Town of Greenwich Division of Building Inspection, DPW.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Greenwich. 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 owner authorization notarized?
- The property owner signs the sworn authorization before a notary, who completes the jurat. Do not sign the authorization before the notary session.
- Do I need a notary for this application?
- Yes. The application includes a sworn property-owner authorization and a notary block stating “Subscribed and sworn to, and before me.”
- Can I notarize the owner authorization online?
- Connecticut authorizes its own notaries to perform remote online notarization under Public Act 23-28, effective October 1, 2023. A commissioned online notary may be an option for this authorization; confirm acceptance with the town clerk if unsure.
- What other approvals might the event need?
- The form says all events require Fire Marshal review and approval. Depending on the event, it may also require Health Department approval, separate trade permits, inspections, or supporting documents.
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