Special Events & Permits in Kootenai County, ID (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Kootenai County, Idaho.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Kootenai County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Street Fair Rules
Kootenai County requires a conditional use permit before any street fair, festival, or outdoor concert can operate on unincorporated land zoned agricultural, rural, commercial, mining, light industrial, or industrial. The planning department reviews a full site plan covering security, parking, waste control, and traffic, then routes it to the sheriff's office, Panhandle Health District, Idaho Transportation Department, and the local fire district before the board signs off.
Street Fair and Festival Permits in Kootenai County
Significant RestrictionsKootenai County LUDC 8.5.129
8.5.129: SPECIAL EVENT LOCATIONS: A. Zones Permitted: Agricultural, rural, commercial, mining, light industrial, industrial. ... D. Parking: One parking space will be provided for each three (3) seating spaces, and the parking area shall be restricted to a clearly designated area which has clearly delineated boundaries. ... E. Noise: Maximum noise threshold shall be seventy five (75) dBa, as me...
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