Buena Park, CA Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit type
- Temporary use permit
- Application deadline
- 30 days before event
- Issuing authority
- Community Development Director
- Appeal window
- 10 days to Planning Commission
- Fees
- Set by Council resolution
Summary
Parades and marching-band events in Buena Park need a temporary use permit issued by the Community Development Director before they can be held under the city's temporary-use ordinance.
No person shall operate and no business license shall be issued for any of the following temporary uses until a permit has been first obtained therefor in writing for such use pursuant to the provisions of this chapter:
1. Antique, coin, stamp, gem, art shows, etc., within properly zoned and developed buildings, 2. Auctions (motor vehicle auction sales are not permitted), 3. Automobile rallies, 4. Carnival, circus and any related ride, booth or attraction or other device attractive to children, 5. Christmas tree sales, pumpkin sales, firework sales/stands, 6. Security facilities (including trailers) for pumpkin sales, Christmas tree sales, fireworks stands, etc., 7. Special attractions within properly zoned and developed buildings, 8. Dog/cat shows, 9. Mobile health services/marketing surveys, 10. Special event sales in parking lots and/or private sidewalks, bake sales, rummage sales, etc., limited to not more than three consecutive days in duration, nor more than three events per calendar year (motor vehicle sales are not permitted), 11. Parades, marching bands/practice for and participation in, 12. Special promotions, parachute drop, hot air balloon rides, searchlights, etc., and 13. Public dances.
14. Canopies and tarps within commercially zoned property when used in conjunction with an approved temporary use.
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Full Breakdown
Buena Park Municipal Code § 19.1004.020 requires a temporary use permit for parades and marching bands/practice, along with carnivals, circuses, and public dances. Under § 19.1004.030 the application must reach the Director at least 30 days before the event with the organizer's contact information, site plans, and property-owner authorization. The Director may approve, conditionally approve, or deny the permit under § 19.1004.050 if the activity would threaten public peace, health, safety, or welfare, and a denial can be appealed to the Planning Commission within 10 days under § 19.1004.060. Fees are set by City Council resolution.
Violations & Fines
Operating a parade, or having a business license issued for one, without the temporary use permit violates § 19.1004.020(B); the Director may revoke a permit already issued after 3 days' written notice.
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