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All Grand County Permittees and Special Events shall comply with the Grand County Special Events Ordinance (Chapter 8.16 of the General County Ordinances) in effect at the time of the Special Event. This application must be filled out completely with all required documents attached before submission. Deadlines are outlined in the Ordinance. This application is not to be completed until your Intent to Apply has been approved.
If any information submitted on your Intent to Apply or Special Event Application changes, please call (435) 259-1370 or email events@discovermoab.com
Property Owner Form For multiple properties, attach addition Consent forms at the bottom of this application. A rental agreement also serves as consent.
Give a brief description of any fees charged including admissions, rentals, and vendor spaces if applicable.
Please read the Grand County Special Event Ordinance 8.16.110 G for requirements. Attach additional documents as needed at the end of the application.
A complete schedule of activities for the proposed Special Event must be provided indicating location, dates/times, and projected attendance if different than total attendance.
All events requiring street or parking lot closures (outside of Moab city limits) must contact the Grand County Sheriff's Office (435) 259-4321 and the Grand County Road Department (435) 259-5308. Streets and parking lots may only be barricaded during the date and hours specified. Grand County reserves the right to require an engineered traffic plan for events expecting more than 250 participants.
Grand County Sheriff's Office reserves the right to specify the need for escorts or security. In some cases, applicants may make their own arrangements or they may work directly with GCSO (or other Law Enforcement agencies when applicable) to provide these services (435-259-4321).
Please give the location, type, number, and description of all temporary structures to be used in the event, including: stages, platforms, scaffolding, bleachers, grandstands, canopies, tents, booths, vehicles, trailers, etc. Describe how structures will be secured to the ground. Remember that no stakes will be allowed in any location where irrigation lines are present. If you prefer to give this information as a a document/pdf, attach the file(s) at the end of the application. Inspection may be required by the Building Department and/or Fire Department.
A copy of email confirmation, invoice, or other proof of agreement may be submitted as proof. Please attach separate confirmations for portable toilets, garbage, and/or recycling. Additional documents may be attached at the bottom of this application. Grand County and/or SEUHD reserves the right to require additional sanitation services.
Minimum mandatory requirements: daily recycling and garbage pick-up, daily restroom hauling and cleaning, handwash replenishing, and waste diversion plan.
Utah DABS (801) 977-6800 Local consent is granted by the Grand County Commission. Please contact the County Clerk's Office for more information (435) 259-1321 If an event is serving alcohol in Grand County, the local consent form must be approved by the Grand County Commission, not any other entity.
Required for any event serving food that is NOT prepackaged (including peanut butter sandwiches). Not required if using a UT licensed caterer. Please contact SEUHD Moab for more information (435) 259-5602 Temporary Food Service Application
Every vendor who is selling merchandise or food must have a Grand County Business License and UT sales tax license to participate in the event. All taxes are remitted directly to the state. If the vendor is a 501(c)3 or not making any sales, a temporary sales tax license is not required. Any food vendors must have a Temporary Food Service Permit through SEUHD Moab (435) 259-5602 unless they are already permitted as a food truck (state of UT only). A list of vendors participating including, name, contact information, and relevant licensing information (501(c)3, business license, temporary sales tax license, and/or food service permit) is required to be submitted to Grand County Special Events before the event.
A final vendor list shall be submitted to the County at least 3 days before Special Event setup begins. No extensions and no exceptions shall be permitted. If a vendor is not included on the final Vendor List, or is otherwise denied by the County in writing, they are denied permission to vend at the Special Event.
Utah State Sales Tax Information
Indemnification Form
COI must name Grand County as an Additional Insured in an amount not less than $1M per occurrence and $2M aggregate in effect for the duration of the proposed Special Event.
If the applicant is an entity, a Statement of Authority, Corporate Bylaws, or Organizational Operating Agreement proving signatory authority to bind the applicant entity must be provided. SOA Form This document gives permission for certain persons to make binding legal agreements on behalf of the entity they represent.
A medical plan including a medical contingency plan and the CPR/First Aid Certifications of all designated medical personnel are required of all events. Grand County EMS reserves the right to specify need for and number of Emergency Medical Staff required at an event. The EMS Department will review all Special Event Permit applications for required medical services. The safety of the community and attendees are primary concern at all times. Medical Plan Guidelines Additionally, SAR requires a satellite communication device (or similar) be present on all trail leaders, sweepers, and/or at all aid stations in any location that does not have reliable cell service. For more information, contact the Special Event Coordinator.
I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature.
I certify under penalty of perjury that this application and all information submitted as a part of this application are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Should any of the information or representations submitted in connection with this application be incorrect or untrue, I understand that Grand County may rescind any approval, or take any other legal or appropriate action. I also acknowledge that I have reviewed the Grand County Special Events Ordinance and that the items and checklists contained in this application are basic and minimum requirements only and that other requirements may be imposed that are unique to the event. I understand approval is non-transferable and valid only for the above mentioned location, dates, and applicant.
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