Event Resources Guide
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  • Table of Contents
  • Introduction to Temecula's Event Resource Guide
    • What is an Event?
    • Common Types of Permits Required for Special Events
    • California Government Policy Acts and Reports
    • Classifying Special Event Applications
  • Temporary Use Permits
    • Temporary Use Permits General Information
    • Encroachments
    • Conditional or Temporary Use Permit Application
    • Submittal Requirements
    • Plan Preparation and Guidelines
    • Water Quality Management Plan
    • Public Hearing Requirements
    • Property Owners Certification
    • Development Application Disclosure Statement
  • City Limits, Regions, and Contact Information
    • City of Temecula General Land Use Policy Map
    • Regions of Temecula
    • City of Temecula Wine County Map
  • Producing a Special Event in Temecula
    • Guidelines for Producing a Special Event
    • Commercial General Liability and Vendor Special Event Insurance Requirements
  • Event Planning Timeline Creation
    • 12 to 6 Months Timeline Creation
    • Guidelines for Small Meeting Timeline
    • Example Timelines for Weddings
  • Food Handling at Outdoor Special Events
    • Overview of Food Handling at Outdoor Special Events
    • Temporary Food Facilities
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing Utensils
    • Mobile Food Preparation Units
    • Hand Washing and Personal Hygiene
    • Temperature Control and Storage of Food
    • Food Preparation, Source and Labeling
    • Food Poisoning
    • Temporary Food Facility Vendor Checklist
    • Checklist of Inspection Rules and Regulations to Comply with Health Officers
    • Application for Sellers Permit
  • Catering and Food Service
    • Guidelines for Working with Your Caterer
    • List of Local Caterers
  • Special Event Liquor Vendors
    • Applying for a Permit
    • Beer Gardens
    • Temecula Police Department Alcohol Management Permit Conditions
    • Different ABC Licenses Explained
    • Daily License Application / Authorization (ABC)
  • Department of Business Affairs / Consumer Protection Bingo and Raffle License Info
    • Eligibility to Conduct Bingo
    • Bingo Licenses and Permits
    • Charitable Organization Bingo License Application
    • Fundraiser Information
    • Raffles
    • Casino / Poker Nights
  • Setting up Temporary Events in Compliance with ADA Laws
    • Facility Access
    • Communications Access
    • Assistance for People with Disabilities
    • Ticketing
  • Using / Displaying Animals
    • Animal Exhibitors
    • Understanding USDA Licensing
    • California Code Regulations
    • APHIS Animal Care Factsheet
  • Recycling at a Special Event
    • Waste Reduction
    • Hazardous Waste Site Information Form
  • Tents and Canopies
    • Guidelines for Erection of Tents or Canopies
  • Street Closures and Use of Public Way
    • Guidelines for Street Closures and Use of Public Way
  • Guidelines for Barricading
    • Types of Barricades
  • Guidelines for Infrastructure of Restrooms
    • Restrooms
    • Sinks
  • Volunteers
    • Planning for Volunteers
    • Recruiting Volunteers
    • Risk Management and Liability Reduction
    • Training of Volunteers
    • Sample Volunteer Handbook Outline
    • Managing Volunteers
    • Evaluating Volunteers
  • Obtaining Sponsorships
    • Guidelines for Obtaining Sponsorships
    • What Can be Sponsored
    • Possible Sources of Sponsorships
    • Sponsorship Proposal
    • Letter of Agreement
    • How Much are Things Worth
    • Close the Deal
    • The Final Step
    • Steps for Holding a Successful Sponsored Event / Reception
  • Stages
    • Guidelines for Stages
    • Building Permit Application
  • Electrical, Power Supplies and Lighting
    • Electrical and Power Supplies
    • Requirements / Power Distribution
    • Lighting
  • Sound
    • Guidelines for Sound
  • Music Licensing
    • Music Licensing and Public Performances
    • Do I Need Permission and How Do I Get It?
    • Types of Copyright / Licenses
    • Further Information and Resources
    • Music Licensing Agreement
  • Signage
    • Guidelines for Signage
    • Special Purpose Signs
    • No Parking Signs
  • Fire Permit
    • Fire Permit Guide and Application
    • Temecula Fire Station Location Map
    • Emergency Exit and Entrance Diagrams
  • Special Event Medical Plan
    • Emergency Medical Plan
  • Guidelines From the Police Department
    • Police Storefronts
    • Police Teams and Programs
    • Community Action Patrol
    • Temecula Valley Mounted Posse
  • Filming Opportunities in the Temecula Valley
    • Filming Information
  • Other Important Contacts
    • Business License Contacts
    • Other Enforcement Agencies and Websites
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Guidelines for Erection of Tents or Canopies

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A tent is defined as a temporary covered canvas or similar lightweight material and enclosed on one or more sides. It is supported by poles, stakes, ropes or cables (non-combustible). A canopy is defined as a temporary portable structure covered with canvas or similar lightweight material and open on all sides. It is supported by poles, stakes, beams, ropes or cables (non-combustible).

Prior to erecting temporary tents or canopies greater than 400 square feet at events open to the public, appropriate permits and licenses must be obtained. Unless otherwise stated all requirements listed below shall apply to both tents and canopies.

1) Application for a building permit must be submitted to the City of Temecula Building and Safety Department.
    All canopies shall comply with rules and regulations with all of the following:

    a) Submittal requirements by tent or canopy size:

        - All tents and canopies exceeding 400 square feet in area must be erected by a tent erector licensed by the City.

        - Plans for tents and canopies exceeding 600 square feet in area must also have drawings stamped by a licensed               architect or structural engineer. Exit and emergency plans including signs and lighting shall be submitted for tents.

        - Applications for permits for tents and canopies exceeding 4,000 square feet in area must also be submitted                       exclusively by the company responsible for the erection. The complete structural calculation(s) are required.

    b) The application for permit shall be accompanied by:

        - Three sets of plans showing the size, construction, fabric type, location on the property, distance from existing                   building(s), and length of time to be in use. If fixed seating is provided, also show the number of rows, the location
          and width of aisles and exits, and the maximum seating capacity in each section. The location of toilet facilities
          shall be noted. (Accessibility required).

        - Wind resistance calculations demonstrating compliance with California Building Code. Statement that                               canopies/tents will not be used if winds are forecasted to exceed 50 mph.

        - A certificate of fire resistance executed by an approved recognized testing laboratory certifying that such tent is               flame proofed in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard NFPA 701. If the flame                   proofing is not of the permanent type, the certificate shall be dated within 360 days preceding the last date of                   intended use. If the tent is certified as having been rendered permanently fire resistant during manufacture or it                   made of an inherently fire resistant fabric, then the certificate of fire resistance may be dated not earlier than seven           years before the date of intended use.

    c) Temporary toilet facilities shall be provided in accordance with the Building Code.

    d) The certificate of fire resistance shall indicate the type of fabric, compliance with NFPA 701, and each tent’s unique
        registration number. Each tent placed in service after 7-13-94 shall bear permanent identification of all the above
        information. Notwithstanding any certificate, the Deputy Commissioner in charge of the Bureau of Fire Prevention
        may at any time submit the tent or canopy fabric to field testing as specified in NFPA 701. Fabric that fails the field
        test shall not be used.

    e) Exit facilities shall comply with all applicable requirements for assembly units for tents. Canopies with seating shall
        also comply.

    f) Exit directional sign and emergency lighting shall be provided for all tents exceeding 4,000 square feet in area that            have interior partitions and will be in use for longer than 48 hours. Such tents shall be provided with an Emergency            Lighting System. Exit and emergency plans for tents exceeding 600 square feet shall be provided for review by the            Fire Prevention.

    g) Standard fire extinguishers shall be conspicuously located at each tent exit.

    h) Liquefied petroleum gas tanks shall not be permitted inside or within ten feet of either tents or canopies.

    i) Building permits for tents and canopies shall be limited to planning conditions of approval.  

    j) The building permit fee for each tent or canopy – if no fee waiver is provided:

        - (Fees are subject to change), based on the City fee schedule.

2) No tent or canopy may be used until it has passed inspection. Following the submission of an application for a tent or         canopy over 600 square feet in area, the applicant must request and schedule an inspection by the Building and Fire         Departments.

3) Electrical work requires a separate Electrical Permit before work starts. All electrical wiring shall be secured. The             application must be submitted on-line by a licensed supervising electrician.

4) Mechanical Rides permit Applications must be submitted to City Hall.    

5) Your tent or canopy will fall into one of two categories for Buildings permits:

        - You do not need a Building Permit if your tent or canopy has an area of 400 square feet or less.

        - If your tent or canopy is between 401-599 square feet, you need a building Permit.


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