Special Events Ordinance Amendment and Film and Photography Guidelines
At a glance
What: Proposed amendment to the Special Events ordinance, with new film and photography permit guidelines, shorter lead times for neighborhood events, a required parking plan and a complaint phone line.
Where it stands: The Committee on Traffic and Transportation voted to forward it to City Council; both tourism commission bodies approved earlier versions unanimously in February 2025.
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Staff presented the amendment: permits for film and photography that block sidewalks or streets, affect public property or cause light and noise impacts at adjacent properties; no residential permits on Sundays or city holidays; one permit per 14 days at four popular sites; 7-day notice; high-impact activity routed to special event review; lead time 30 days (from 60) for neighborhood events and 21 days (from 72 hours) for high-impact and film events; parking plan and complaint phone contact required; permits revocable. Approved by voice vote and sent to City Council. Related: Special Event Permits Winter 2026-27.