Meridian, TX · Bosque County
Special Event Permit Application
Event organizers use this application to request a Meridian permit for qualifying events on public property or events involving street closures or admission fees.
What this form is
The application requests event details, applicant and sponsor information, attendance estimates, and plans for traffic, facilities, and event activities. Meridian requires a permit for events meeting the listed conditions, including gatherings of more than 50 people on public property, street closures, or admission fees. The application says to submit it at least 90 business days before the event and lists fees and supporting requirements.
Who needs it
Organizers of events that meet the application’s permit conditions should complete it and submit it to the Meridian Police Chief and/or Parks and Recreation Committee.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Meridian Police Chief and/or Meridian Parks and Recreation Committee at least 90 business days before the event. The form lists a $25 permit fee, with a waiver possible for pre-approved nonprofit organizations.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Special Event Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and event details and answer all applicable questions.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Include the required sketch and review the listed insurance and event requirements.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Meridian Police Chief and/or Parks and Recreation Committee at least 90 business days before the event.
Frequently asked questions
- Who should file the Special Event Permit Application?
- An event organizer should file if the event meets the application’s listed permit conditions, such as a large gathering on public property, street closures, or an admission fee.
- How do I submit the Special Event Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Meridian Police Chief and/or Meridian Parks and Recreation Committee at least 90 business days before the event. The form lists the permit fee and possible nonprofit waiver.
- Do I need a notary for the Special Event Permit Application?
- No. The application has signature lines but no notary block or notarized attachment requirement; the applicant signs and dates it.
- What information and materials does the application request?
- It asks for applicant, sponsor, event, attendance, location, and operating details, along with responses about food, street closures, and event facilities. It also requires an event-location sketch and lists insurance and other requirements.
Need something notarized?
This Special Event Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.