Buckley, WA · Pierce County
Special Event Permit
The Special Event Permit application is for event sponsors or coordinators requesting approval for qualifying events in Buckley.
What this form is
Use this application to request a permit for qualifying events, including street closures, events on City property, and certain events on private property that may affect the surrounding area. The form asks for event and contact details, locations, timing, attendance, requested City resources, and street closures. It also includes event requirements, fee information, and instructions for maps and insurance documentation.
Who needs it
Event sponsors or coordinators may need this application for qualifying events involving City property, street closures, or impacts on surrounding areas.
How to submit it
Return the completed application with the $25 submittal fee to the City of Buckley Parks & Recreation Department, PO Box 1960, Buckley, WA 98321. Submit online to [email protected] or in person at 933 Main Street, Buckley, WA 98321.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document does not specify a notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Special Event Permit application PDF.
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Complete The Form
Provide event, contact, schedule, attendance, location, and requested City resource details, then sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Add a map when applicable and gather any required insurance documentation or block-party homeowner list.
- 4
Submit To The City
Send the application with the $25 submittal fee to the Parks & Recreation Department by mail, email, or in person.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Special Event Permit?
- No. The application has signature and date fields but no notary block. The document does not specify a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Special Event Permit application?
- Submit it with the $25 submittal fee by mail to the Parks & Recreation Department, email it to [email protected], or deliver it in person to 933 Main Street.
- When should I submit my application?
- The document says applications must be submitted at least 60 days in advance and may be submitted up to one year before the event. Late applications are subject to a $25 expedited fee.
- What should I include with my application?
- Include a map showing the event area and requested street closures when applicable. The document also identifies insurance documentation and, for block parties, a list of affected homeowners as requirements for applicable events.
Need something notarized?
This Special Event Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Buckley form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.