Obtaining A Permit

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Event Planning Tips

 

Location! Location! Location!

When planning your event, look for places that have plenty of parking, restrooms, and spaces for vendors. If the event will be using parking that is not free and public, a letter of approval is required from any and all property owners. 

Health and Safety

Always plan for the unexpected and prepare to act. The City requires an emergency plan for all events and it must address how you, the organizer, will deal with emergency concerns. 

Traffic

Are you hosting a parade? Or Festival? Traffic can be a real concern without clearly marked detours and parking. A traffic control plan and map is required for any special event. 

For more information or questions, please call us at 903-465-2720, x2035.

All Special Event Applications will be received by the Tourism Manager, Rachel Reinert.

To fill out the Special Event Application please click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have had my event for 10 years. Why do I need a special event permit now?

It is our goal to enhance the quality of life and economic prosperity of Denison through supporting special events while balancing the needs of our residents and businesses affected by these events. The permit process was created to ensure events are carried out safely, thoroughly, and properly.

Category: Special Events
Why do events require insurance?

The special event must carry property, bodily injury, and municipal liability insurance of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence.This is to ensure that the event organizer as well as the City is not held liable in any incident, accident, or emergency situation.

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Why is an explanation required for advertising campaigns?

Per City Ordinance, signs cannot be attached to trees or utility poles, fences or outside of abandoned buildings. It is our goal to assist event organizers but we are responsible for upholding all rules and regulations per our code enforcement department.

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