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Fort Wayne, IN Special Events & Permits: Block Party Permits (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Permit required
Yes, before any block party
Application fee
$10, non-refundable
Filing window
10-180 days ahead
Recurring events
File 60 days ahead
Maximum fine
$1,000 per violation

Summary

Fort Wayne requires a permit for any block party, issued jointly by the Directors of Public Works and Public Safety, with a flat $10 application fee.

BLOCK PARTY. A public assembly sponsored solely by and for the residents of a certain street. ... No person shall engage in or conduct any public assembly, parade, neighborhood association parade or block party unless a permit is issued by the Director of Public Safety and the Director of Public Works. ... $10 Block party permit.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: 2026 S-60: Supplement contains: Local legislation current through Ord. G-19-26, passed 7-14-26, and Res. 83-19, passed 12-17-19 State legislation current through Legislative Service, 2025 Acts, Pamphlet No. 3).

Full Breakdown

Under Chapter 101, no one may hold a block party, defined as an assembly sponsored solely by and for residents of a certain street, without a permit from the Director of Public Safety and the Director of Public Works. Applications go to the Office of the Board of Public Works at least 10 days (up to 180 days) before the event, or 60 days ahead for recurring block parties at the same location. The application fee is $10 and is non-refundable. Violating the chapter carries a fine of up to $1,000.

Violations & Fines

Fine up to $1,000 per violation of Chapter 101.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who issues a Fort Wayne block party permit?
The Director of Public Works and the Director of Public Safety, acting jointly, issue the permit after reviewing the application.
How much does a Fort Wayne block party permit cost?
The non-refundable application fee is $10, per the fee schedule in § 101.05.

Sources & Official References

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