Columbus, GA · Muscogee County

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Temporary Use or Special Event Permit

This permit application is for event operators seeking city authorization for a temporary use or special event at a Columbus location.

What this form is

Use this application to request authorization for a temporary use or special event in Columbus. The document says applications go to the Director of Inspections and Codes at least five days before the event opens. It asks for applicant and location details, event duration and frequency, and information or approvals related to the site plan, property owner authorization, health, insurance, sanitation, fire prevention, signs, and other requirements.

Who needs it

An event operator seeking authorization for a temporary use or special event in Columbus should submit this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the Director of Inspections and Codes at least five days before the event opens. The form lists 420 10th Street and Post Office Box 1340, Columbus, Georgia 31902-1340.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; it lists approvals and supporting materials, but does not state that any attachment or related step must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Temporary Use or Special Event Permit application.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and location details, event duration and frequency, and the requested event information.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Prepare the property owner's authorization, site plan, statement of use, sign plan, and any other materials required by the Director.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the application to the Director of Inspections and Codes at least five days before the event opens.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Temporary Use or Special Event Permit?
It is an application for city authorization of a temporary use or special event. It requests event, location, site-plan, and approval information.
Who submits this application?
An operator seeking authorization for a temporary use or special event in Columbus submits the application to the Director of Inspections and Codes.
How do I submit the Temporary Use or Special Event Permit?
Submit it to the Director of Inspections and Codes at least five days before the event opens. The form lists 420 10th Street and Post Office Box 1340, Columbus, Georgia 31902-1340.
Do I need a notary for the Temporary Use or Special Event Permit?
No. This document is signed without a notary. It lists approvals and supporting materials, but does not state that any attachment or related step must be notarized or sworn.

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This Temporary Use or Special Event Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Columbus form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.