Neighborhood Liaisons 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Suite 4500 – Aurora, CO 80012 303-739-7280 – 303-739-7191 (fax) neighborhood@auroragov.org
Instructions for Temporary Use Permit Application
Temporary Use Permit Application Block Party Information Temporary Sign Permit Application The city of Aurora requires a temporary use permit if your activity: Will interfere with pedestrian or vehicular traffic, occurring on City streets or rights-of-way Will take place on private property This includes, but not limited to, athletic events, street fairs, carnivals, arts and craft shows, rallies or parades. Block Parties require a Block Party application and do not require a Temporary Use Permit. View Block Party information and links to applications. If only a Temporary Sign is needed; this requires a Temporary Sign permit for a fee of $55.75 when it is for the private use of a public right-of-way, excluding medians, by placement of a sign, advertisement, or merchandise within the right-of-way. A maximum of six permits are allowed per calendar year with each application not to exceed nine (9) consecutive days, so long as such use does not constitute an obstruction or hazard to pedestrians or vehicular visibility. Signs are permitted to be a maximum of three feet by four feet and not to exceed more than four signs per permit. Temporary Sign Permit Application Applications should be submitted a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days prior to the activity. Larger, more complex activities may require more than a thirty day notice. This allows sufficient time for the application to be processed and reviewed by the City of Aurora. Further, the review process conducted by the City of Aurora may require additional time if questions and/or problems arise with the application. If your activity is for a requested use in a zone where such use is permitted or not permitted in the underlying zone, or as a conditional use, the permit may not exceed 30 days per calendar year. If your activity is for use of a public roadway for purposes of conducting a civic function, parade, or organized non-vehicular use, including, but not limited to walkathons, jogathons, bikeabouts, etc. the activity may not exceed two (2) days per year. Fees: A $55.75 fee will be required for all activities except those being sponsored by a non-profit organization. This fee is collected to cover administrative costs and will be due once your application has been approved. It will be waived if the applicant provides a letter from the non-profit organization that states that the activity is for non-profit and lists the tax-exempt identification number; a copy of the tax-exempt certificate must also be attached.
General Liability Insurance Requirement Please attach the Certificate of Insurance for the following amount: Bodily Injury and Property Damage liability of $600,000 per occurrence. You must call your agent to request a certificate of insurance specifically for this Special Use Permit; a copy of an existing certificate or a copy of your policy declarations page or a “Certificate of Coverage” issue to you cannot be accepted. The Certificate of Insurance must show the City of Aurora, Risk Management Division, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO 80012 as the certificate holder. The Certificate of Insurance must provide 30 days notice of cancellation. The Certificate of Insurance must indicate a limit of $600,000 (or more) per occurrence in liability insurance. The agent should describe the purpose of the Special Use Permit and the date or dates in the section of the certificate titled “Description of Operations/Locations/Vehicles/Exclusions Added by Endorsement/Special Provisions. If the location of the event is different than the insured location, this section MUST be completed. The named insured and the person or business applying for the Special Use Permit must be the same or an explanation (e.g. DBA or description of the event and connection to the requestor) must be provided. You may fax the certificate to the City of Aurora Risk Management Division in advance and may ask any questions that you have at that time. The fax number is (303) 739-7650, telephone number (303) 739-7225. If alcohol is going to be served, liability policy must include and specifically reference host liquor liability and included under description of operations/locations. An affidavit is MANDATORY to receive a temporary use permit. If you have already submitted this affidavit for a previous temporary use permit or a business license, you do not need to submit it again. If you are not sure if you have submitted one previously, please call 303-739-7057 and we will verify that for you. If you are an individual or a sole proprietor requesting this temporary use permit, please complete the attached affidavit, make sure you bring one of the accepted forms of identification (cannot complete without your ID), and submit it when you pay for and pick up your approved permit. If you have the form notarized, you must include a copy of the form of identification presented to the notary. If you are not an individual or sole proprietor, just sign and submit the affidavit when you pay for and pick up your approved permit. You do not need to have this form notarized or submit a copy of your identification. Once your permit is approved and you want the temporary use permit mailed to you, please complete the affidavit as instructed above and mail appropriate documents with your payment to the Licensing Office, 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy, Suite #1100, Aurora, CO 80012. If you have questions regarding the affidavit, please call 303-739-7057. Click here to view and print the affidavit
Other Permits The following additional permits must also be obtained, if applicable: 1. If the activity involves recreational fire (bonfires, open pit burning, etc..), then a use approval must be obtained from the Aurora Fire Department. 2. If a tent or canopy will be utilized for the activity, a tent in excess of 200 sq feet or a canopy in excess of 400 sq feet, an application for a permit must be submitted first for approval. If an approval is granted then a permit will be issued. 3. If the activity involves the use of a city park or city park facility, then a separate permit must be obtained from the Parks and Open Space Department. 4. If the activity will encompass a parade, then a separate permit must be obtained from the Aurora Police Department. 5. If activity involves food or drink then Tri-County Health Department must be contacted at (303) 341-9370 Temporary Use Permit Application