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A Special Event requiring the use of public property within the city limits of Lakeland requires a permit. A special event is a planned activity by a group on city property, such as a block party, parade, race, festival, etc., that is open to the general public.
You will be required to:
1. Obtain authorization for your Special Event from the City of Lakeland Special Event Review Team by visiting the iMS permitting portal: iMS | City of Lakeland (lakelandgov.net).
2. Provide proof of insurance coverage for your Special Event by providing a Certificate of Insurance (COI) with the City of Lakeland Listed as "additionally insured" for no less than one million dollars. Other requirements may be needed pending Risk Management Review.
3. In some cases, you will be required to employ LPD police personnel for "extra-duty detail" work*; this determination is made on a case-by-case review of the permit logistics. If required or requested, an Extra Duty Detail Request Form must be filled out.
*If hiring police personnel, please ensure the application is notarized before returning it.
Complete your permit application by visiting the iMS permitting portal: iMS | City of Lakeland (lakelandgov.net)
For additional information, email SpecialEventQuestions@lakelandgov.net