Apply for a Block Party permit

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Block Parties are a fun and easy way to build community and get to know your neighbors. Gather your neighbors to hold a Block Party in your street or turn the street over to the kids for play. With this free permit, you can host your event on your neighborhood street!

Application takes 10-15 minutes to complete.

The Block Party program is intended for neighborhood-scale gatherings. Street closures are limited to 8 hours per week (not to exceed 8 hours total within 7 consecutive days) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Permits are free.Applications must be submitted 15 days before your event.

Before filling out an application, please visit our Learn about Block Party Permits page.

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Location Search

Search the map for an address, cross streets, park, or community center. Or use the map to click a location. Please click, tap, or drag the marker to the precise location in the street where you plan to have your block party.

Location Details

Block Party events must take place on the street of which you are a resident. Please describe the location requested including street and cross street names, example – NE 21st Ave between NE Going and NE Wygant

Is this a Street Painting and/or repainting project?

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Next Steps

If you are considering a new Street Painting, please consult the Street Painting program to initiate the application process, if you have not already done so.

Number of blocks requested

Block Parties can be up to 2 blocks. Street Painting events can be up to 4 blocks. A street closure of more than 1 block requires a custom traffic control plan.