DeSoto, TX · Dallas County

No notary required

Community Event Application

DeSoto's Community Event Application is for people or organizations seeking city review to hold an event within the city.

What this form is

Use this application to request review of a community event in DeSoto. File it at least 45 days before the event; the form states that the $25 fee is due at submission and that an event may not exceed 14 days, with no more than two events allowed per year. It asks for applicant and event details, assistance needs, vendors, safety plans, cleanup, and an event layout.

Who needs it

A person or organization planning a community event in DeSoto should complete this application for city review.

How to submit it

The form lists City of DeSoto, 211 E Pleasant Run Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115; it says the $25 fee is due at submission.

About notarization

This application has no notary block; it mentions a separate written indemnification agreement but does not say it is sworn or notarized, and the signer signs and dates the application.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Community Event Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter applicant and event information, requested assistance, vendor details, and plans for safety, traffic control, and cleanup.

  3. 3

    Gather The Event Layout

    Provide a photo or sketch showing routes and the locations of proposed structures, vendors, parking, and other listed features.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the application with the $25 fee at least 45 days before the event begins.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Community Event Application?
No. This application has no notary block. It mentions a separate written indemnification agreement but does not say that agreement is sworn or notarized.
How do I submit the Community Event Application?
The form lists City of DeSoto, 211 E Pleasant Run Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115, and says the $25 fee is due at submission.
When should I file the Community Event Application?
File the application no less than 45 days before the event begins, according to the form.
What should I include with the application?
Provide a photo or sketch of the event layout showing routes and proposed structures, along with the requested event, vendor, security, traffic-control, and cleanup details.

Need something notarized?

This Community Event Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.