SPECIAL EVENT REQUIREMENTS
Additional licenses, permits & documentation that may be required for your event:
SPECIAL EVENT REQUIREMENTS
Attachment III
Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Temporary Permit
For events that include the sale or distribution of alcohol Events must apply for an Alcoholic Beverage Control Application through the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) City of Hayward Business License or Waiver
For events where money is exchanged for goods or services This applies to both the event organizer and individual sellers. If no transactions occur, a business license may not be necessary.
Food Related Permits
For events where food or beverages are being served
California Health and Safety Code (CALCODE) requires Community Event Sponsors and Temporary Food Facilities (TFF) to obtain a permit from the Alameda County Environmental Health Department (ACEHD) to operate.
Liability Insurance
Required for all events that receive City funding
The City of Hayward has established insurance requirements for facility users, vendors, and contractors entering into agreements for special events and activities.
Before commencing use or services under an agreement, a compliant certificate of insurance must be provided.
Site Requirements and a Site Plan Map
Depending on the size and location of the event, the site plan may require:
Security
Dumpsters and trash receptacles
Parking areas (attendee, ADA, supplier, volunteer, rideshare, bikes, etc.) Permanent and portable restroom facilities and wash stations First aid tent/area and lost & found property area(s)
Locations of canopies, tents, stages, platforms, bleachers, dance floors, etc.
Entrances, exits, emergency exits, fencing, and barricades Booth spaces, including food trucks/booths (fixed and mobile) Affected streets, alleys, and rights-of-way, including closures