Property Use
When is a Permit Needed?
Property usage permits are required when any organized or planned event taking place on county property is sponsored by a publicly recognized organization (profit or non-profit), person, business or other entity which invites, advertises or seeks entrants in excess of 25 participants.
Racing events are prohibited except under specific circumstances. Questions pertaining to racing events on Clear Lake should be directed to the County Administrative Office at (707)-263-2580 or for racing events involving county roads to the Department of Public Works (707)-263-2341.
When is a Permit Not Needed?
As a general rule a permit is not required when family groups (weddings, reunions, including school reunions) and other similar groups, not associated with an established organization, hold an event where there are less than 100 participants. Contact Public Works at 263-2341 to determine if your planned event qualifies.
Application Process
Permit applications maybe be obtained as follows:
Property Usage Type | Contact |
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County Roads | Public Works- (707)-263-2341 255 North Forbes Lakeport, CA or download application form * |
Highland Springs Parks | Public Works- (707)-263-2341 or download application form * |
All other County Parks | Public Services (707)-262-1618 333 2nd St Lakeport, CA or download application form |
County Buildings | Public Services (707)-262-1618 |
Outdoor Festivals | Community Development Dept. (707) 263-2221 255 North Forbes St Lakeport, CA |
Lake Special Events | Lakebed Management (707)-263-2341 255 North Forbes St Lakeport, CA |
A permit must be filed at least 60 days in advance of the event. For use of County roads and Highland Springs park, submit application to Department of Public Works. The Department will notify all affected agencies (ie: CHP, SO, Cal Trans, Co Roads) requesting comments and special conditions. Applicant will be notified if application is approved or denied. A signed permit subject to the listed conditions will be mailed to the applicant along with the following agreements, which must be executed by the applicant and returned to the Department:
- Hold Harmless
- Insurance
- Clean Up Agreement