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Special Events Permits

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There are three types of permits for special events available from Larimer County:

County Roads
A special event is considered to be: a bicycle race or ride; foot race or walk; a motored vehicle event; a temporary road closure for purposes other than normal highway uses; or any other event utilizing a Larimer County road or other County property that requires changing, restricting, or adapting the normal traffic use of such a road. This permit is governed by the Resolution Establishing Special Event Permit Requirements For Larimer County Roads.
Private Land
The use of privately owned land, buildings or structures for a gathering where it is reasonably anticipated that attendance will exceed 300 people at any single time, at any location, for any purpose. This includes events such as carnivals, circuses, concerts, etc. This permit is governed by section 7 of the Larimer County Land Use Code.
Parks and Open Spaces
Any event/activity taking place in Department of Natural Resources areas that may require special planning or scheduling; may significantly impact natural and cultural resources; or may significantly impact departmental values, norms, liabilities, and/or visitor expectations. This permit is governed by departmental policy DNR-08 Special Activities on Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces Properties. Hermit Park wedding requests are not required to complete the online Special Event application. Please contact the Department of Natural Resources directly at (970) 679-4570 for more information.

Permit Applications

There is a $100 non-refundable administrative processing fee for all special events applications for County Roads and Private Land. An additional fee of $500 is required if a complete road closure is required for the event. Additional fees may be charged if any portion of event takes place on Natural Resources areas.

There is a $25 non-refundable administrative processing fee for events taking place within the boundaries of Department of Natural Resources property. Events taking place within the Department of Natural Resources may be assessed additional costs before event approval.

Applications must be submitted a minimum of 45 days before the event date.