Riverdale, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Outdoor Special Events Permit Application

Event sponsors submit this application to Riverdale when a special event affects public property, public safety, or the public right of way.

What this form is

Riverdale requires a special events permit for events that affect the public right of way or public health, safety, and welfare. The application asks about the sponsor, event dates and location, street closures, services, equipment, and insurance, and includes a hold harmless agreement. Applicants must also provide supporting materials such as an event layout and proof of insurance.

Who needs it

Sponsors of events involving public property, food or alcohol service, traffic, or other listed public impacts should submit this application to the Village.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application to the Village of Riverdale Office of the Village Clerk, 157 W. 144th St., Riverdale, IL 60827. The document lists application fees based on when the application is submitted.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the sponsor signs the hold harmless agreement, and the document lists no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Outdoor Special Events Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide sponsor and event details, and answer the questions about street closures, services, equipment, and insurance.

  3. 3

    Gather Attachments

    Include the required event narrative and layout, applicable permit or license information, and proof of insurance.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Village

    Submit the application to the Village of Riverdale Office of the Village Clerk at 157 W. 144th St., Riverdale, IL 60827.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Outdoor Special Events Permit Application?
No. This document is signed without a notary. The sponsor signs the hold harmless agreement; the document lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the application?
Submit it to the Village of Riverdale Office of the Village Clerk, 157 W. 144th St., Riverdale, IL 60827. The application lists fees that depend on submission timing.
What attachments does the application request?
The checklist requests an event narrative and layout, a list of permits or licenses sought, and proof of insurance naming the Village as an additional insured. Other attachments may apply based on event details.
When does Riverdale require a special events permit?
The document says a permit is required when an event affects the public right of way or public health, safety, and welfare. It lists examples including public property use, food or alcohol service, and traffic obstruction.

Need something notarized?

This Outdoor Special Events Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.