Hankerson outlines permit tiers, fees, and ancillary permits
He details that events over 20 people require a $25 special event permit; larger or commercial events trigger concession fees, insurance, bonding, and permits from DOB or NYPD. Food or merchandise sales require a TUA permit negotiated with Parks.
There's a multifaceted process for approving
these various events.
For example, any event with more than 20 participants at minimum requires a special event permit for a non-refundable $25 fee.
As the event grows more complex, so does the process.
In the case of large events that involve more than 500 participants or may be commercial in nature,
Parks imposes additional requirements that must be fulfilled before a permit is issued.
These can include fees based on the concession fee schedule and additional insurance or bonding obligations.
Furthermore, depending on the scope, location, and size of the event, additional permits
from agencies like the Department of Buildings or PD, Police Department, for potential security concerns may be necessary.
Aside from the substance of the event, other requirements can factor in too.
If food or merchandise is expected to be sold, a temporary use authorization, TUA, permit is required.
A fee for this permit is negotiated with parks based on several factors, including the number of vendors at the event, estimated attendance, and the prices of the items being sold.
Once all the requirements have been met by the applicant, parks will issue a special event permit at their discretion.