Special Event on Public Property
If you are planning an organized activity on public property within the City of San Clemente, you may need a "Special Event Permit". Special Events are usually open to the public, impact public right-of-way, and involve activities outside of normal policy and use of public property. For example (but not limited to): Block Parties, Parades, Surf Contests, Athletic Events, Carnivals, and other large public events all require a Special Event Permit. Activities such as construction projects, funerals or activities that do not at least partially impact the public right-of-way, nor attract more than 20 people during any given 24-hour period do not require a special event permit.
If your event meets the criteria above, please view the Special Event Permit Policy, and complete a Special Event Permit Application (SEP) or call the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Division at (949) 361-8264 for more information. Event applications must be submitted 60 days in advance of your event date for consideration.
Special Activity on Private Property (non-residential)
A Special Activity is defined as any activity on private property (commercial) which temporarily intensifies the impacts (i.e., parking, traffic, noise, light and glare, etc.) of an existing permitted use or which create a potential conflict among land uses. Typical activities that would be considered a Special Activity within non-residential zones would include, but not be limited to, art shows, open houses, grand openings, and activities providing shuttle or valet service.
If your activity meets the criteria above, please visit our Zoning Application webpage to apply for a "Temporary Use Permit" or call the Planning Division at (949)361-6197.
Street Banner Permit - El Camino Real
Requests to hang a banner across El Camino Real at Avenida Del Mar. This banner location is open to non-profit groups for public events. Complete a Street Banner Application or call the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Department at (949) 361-8264.
Beach Clean-Up
If you are planning a simple beach clean-up on a City of San Clemente beach, complete the Beach Clean-Up Application online.
