Burlington, WA · Skagit County
Special Event Permit Application
Event organizers use this application to request a Burlington permit for a special event involving City facilities, parks, roadways, or other locations.
What this form is
Burlington Parks & Recreation uses this application to review requests for special events and use of City facilities. Organizers must submit the application and supporting documentation at least 60 days before the event start date; late submissions may result in permit denial. The form asks for organizer and event details, planned activities and services, requested closures, event diagrams, and a signed agreement and indemnification.
Who needs it
Event organizers applying to Burlington Parks & Recreation for a special event permit should complete this application and provide the required supporting materials.
How to submit it
Submit the completed, signed application packet and application fee to Burlington Parks and Recreation at 900 E. Fairhaven Avenue, Burlington, WA 98233, or email it to [email protected]. The packet must be received at least 60 days before the event start date.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it does not call for 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.
- 2
Complete And Sign
Fill in the event and organizer details, indicate planned features and services, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
Include required diagrams and other supporting documentation, along with the application fee.
- 4
Submit To Burlington Parks And Recreation
Send the application packet to the listed address or email it to [email protected] at least 60 days before the event.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Special Event Permit Application?
- No. The application calls for the applicant or authorized agent to sign and date it; it does not require a notary or identify a notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Special Event Permit Application?
- Submit the completed, signed application packet and application fee to Burlington Parks and Recreation in person by mail at the listed address, or email it to [email protected].
- When must I submit the application?
- Burlington Parks & Recreation must receive the application and required supporting documentation at least 60 days before the event start date. Late submission may result in permit denial.
- What supporting documents does the application require?
- The packet must include detailed diagrams as applicable for event layout, street closures, beer or wine garden layout, and route maps. The application also requests a fee.
