Arlington, WA · Snohomish County
Operating Permit Application Appendix E: Temporary Membrane Structures (Tents and Canopies)
This application is for people erecting qualifying tents or canopies for assembly purposes and seeking an operating permit from the City of Arlington.
What this form is
The application states that an operating permit is required before erecting tents or membrane structures used for assembly that exceed 200 square feet, or canopies that exceed 400 square feet. Applicants must submit a detailed site plan showing structure locations and required safety details. The document also says an inspection must be completed before the structures are occupied or used.
Who needs it
People erecting qualifying tents or membrane structures for assembly purposes, including structures associated with a carnival, circus, or other public amusement, need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application and detailed site plan to the Department of Community & Economic Development, City of Arlington, 18204 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the document does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Temporary Membrane Structures Operating Permit Application.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the application for the qualifying temporary structure.
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Prepare The Site Plan
Prepare a detailed site plan showing structure locations, separation, placement, and the details listed on the application.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application and site plan to the Department of Community & Economic Development at the address shown on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Temporary Membrane Structures Operating Permit Application?
- People erecting qualifying tents or membrane structures used for assembly, or canopies exceeding the stated area threshold, use this application.
- What must accompany the application?
- The document requires a detailed site plan showing structure locations, separation, placement, and listed site and fire-safety details.
- How do I submit the Temporary Membrane Structures Operating Permit Application?
- Submit the application and detailed site plan to the Department of Community & Economic Development, City of Arlington, at 18204 59th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223.
- Do I need a notary for the Temporary Membrane Structures Operating Permit Application?
- No. This application is signed without a notary; the document does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
Need something notarized?
This Operating Permit Application Appendix E: Temporary Membrane Structures (Tents and Canopies) doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Arlington form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.