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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Temporary Use Permits - General Information

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1) What is the approval process for a temporary use permit?

Temporary Use Permits are normally approved at the administrative (staff) level and do not require a public hearing. However, the Director of Planning may refer matters that are considered to have a special significance or impact to the Planning Commission for consideration.

Additionally, any road closures or right of way encroachments in conjunction with an event will require an encroachment permit from the Public Works Department.

2) How do I apply for a temporary use permit?

Complete the Temporary Use Permit application.  The additional supporting documents and supplemental submittal requirements are explained throughout the following pages.

Please note that applications are required to be submitted to the Planning Department, at least 30 days prior to the event.

If you are submitting a Major Temporary Use Permit you will need to set up a submittal appointment:
Please call the Senior Planner at (951) 506-5159 and make an appointment to submit the application and all supporting documents. The submittal of a Minor Temporary Use Permit application does not require an appointment.

3) What happens once my application is submitted?

Plans reviewed:
After the application has been submitted to the Planning Department the assigned planner will review the project. Review of the project takes approximately 2-4 weeks. During this time the plans will also be routed to other departments for review.

Comments or conditions of approval:
After reviewing the application, city staff will either indicate that there are corrections/comments that need to be addressed before the application can be approved, or issue Conditions of Approval for the permit.  If there are corrections/comments the application cannot yet be approved. A comment letter will be mailed to the applicant indicating that corrections or additional information is needed prior to issuing the permit.

Resubmit if plans need corrections or more information is requested:
Applicant must then resubmit the application with the corrections and or requested information. An appointment with the planner is required for all resubmittals. Once the plans are resubmitted the planner will route the resubmitted plans to departments for review.

4) Approval

As soon as all requirements are met, an approval letter and conditions of approval for the event will be presented to the applicant for signature. The applicant must return a signed copy of the conditions of approval to the Planning Department prior to the event.

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