Raeford, NC · Hoke County
Special Event Permit Application
Event organizers use this application to request a City of Raeford permit for a planned event on public property or involving city services.
What this form is
The application requests event details such as purpose, dates and times, location, attendance, organizers, and planned activities. Raeford requires a permit for special events on public property or the public right-of-way, and for events requesting city resources, services, or personnel. The policy says to return the completed application with required attachments at least 45 days before the event; fees may apply.
Who needs it
An adult age 21 or older who is organizing an event on public property or requesting city resources, services, or personnel should submit the application.
How to submit it
Contact the Events and Facilities Supervisor at the start of event planning, then return the completed application and required attachments to that supervisor at least 45 days before the event.
About notarization
No notary is required for this document; the event organizer signs the application and hold-harmless agreement and provides the requested information.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Special Event Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide the event purpose, dates and times, location, attendance estimates, organizer details, and planned activities.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include the required attachments; the policy also requires a certificate of insurance for special events.
- 4
Submit To The City
Return the application and attachments to the Events and Facilities Supervisor at least 45 days before the event.
Frequently asked questions
- Who should apply for a Raeford special event permit?
- An event organizer should apply for an event on public property or the public right-of-way, or when requesting city resources, services, or personnel. The applicant must be at least 21 years old.
- When should I submit the application?
- The policy says to return the application with required attachments no later than 45 days before the event. Temporary closures of state-maintained streets require advance notification to the transportation department.
- How do I submit the special event application?
- Contact the Events and Facilities Supervisor at the beginning of planning, then return the completed application and required attachments to the supervisor at least 45 days before the event.
- Do I need a notary for the Special Event Permit Application?
- No notary is required for this document. The event organizer signs the application and hold-harmless agreement and provides the requested information.
Need something notarized?
This Special Event Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Raeford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.