Request a Block Party Permit

Step 1.Check your eligibility

• The event must be closed to the public and include no more than 200 residents of the immediate neighborhood.
• Only one city block per event may be requested.
• No admission fee may be charged.
• No commercial activity may be conducted on city streets or sidewalks.
• No alcohol is allowed.
• If you plan to use amplified sound equipment, a separate Loudspeaker Permit must be obtained.

Step 2.Request a Block Party Permit

Complete the online application. You don't need to create a login or get an account number.

Submit Your Request

Step 3.We'll review your request

We will give you ID and View numbers to track the progress of your permit. We will also email status updates as your permit moves through the approval process.

Step 4.Make a payment

When prompted, you can pay the $10 permit processing fee online via credit card.

Step 5.Receive your permit

When your permit is approved, we will email it to you.