Do I need a notary for the temporary public art application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment.

What documents must accompany the application?

Include a site plan or map, a scaled drawing, rendering, or photo with dimensions, and letters of support from relevant City agencies and, when applicable, community supporters.

When must the application be submitted?

The completed application and support materials must be submitted no later than 14 days before a scheduled Public Art Commission meeting. Late or incomplete submissions are deferred to the next meeting.

Richmond, VA · City of Richmond

No notary required

Application for Installing Temporary Public Art on City-Owned Property

Artists and organizations use this application to propose a temporary public art installation on City-owned property in Richmond.

What this form is

This application is for non-city-funded proposals to install temporary public art on City-owned property, such as a City parcel, park, or right-of-way. It asks for applicant and project details, including the location, funding source, artist qualifications, materials, rationale, installation plan, and maintenance plan. The proposal requires review by the Public Art Commission, City Planning Commission, and relevant City departments.

Who needs it

Artists or organizations proposing non-city-funded temporary art on City-owned property should complete the application and provide the required supporting materials.

How to submit it

Email the completed application and supporting documents, with PDF preferred, to [email protected]. The form lists the Public Art Commission at 900 E. Broad Street, Room 510, Richmond, Virginia 23219.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the temporary public art application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and project information, including the location, materials, installation plan, and maintenance plan; then sign and date it.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Prepare a site plan or map, a scaled drawing, rendering, or photo with dimensions, and required letters of support.
4
Submit To The City
Email the application and supporting documents, with PDF preferred, to [email protected] at least 14 days before a scheduled Public Art Commission meeting.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the temporary public art application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the temporary public art application?: Email the completed application and supporting documents, with PDF preferred, to [email protected].
What documents must accompany the application?: Include a site plan or map, a scaled drawing, rendering, or photo with dimensions, and letters of support from relevant City agencies and, when applicable, community supporters.
When must the application be submitted?: The completed application and support materials must be submitted no later than 14 days before a scheduled Public Art Commission meeting. Late or incomplete submissions are deferred to the next meeting.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Installing Temporary Public Art on City-Owned Property doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Richmond form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.