West Valley City, UT Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Who issues permit
- Chief of Police
- Exempt
- Funeral processions
- Must state
- Time, place, route, destination
- Permit benefit
- May disregard traffic-control devices
Summary
West Valley City requires a Chief of Police permit before any parade or procession, other than a funeral procession, may occupy or proceed along a public street.
No procession or parade except a funeral procession shall occupy or proceed along any street except in accordance with a permit issued by the Chief of Police. All requests for such permits shall state the time, place of information, proposed line of march, destination and such other information as the Chief of Police may require. Any procession or parade proceeding in accordance with the permit issued as hereinabove provided may be authorized by the Chief of Police to disregard traffic control devices.
Official source re-checked September 8, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: current through Ordinance 26-30, passed June 23, 2026).
Full Breakdown
Under Section 22-7-115 of the West Valley City Municipal Code, no procession or parade except a funeral procession may occupy or proceed along any street without a permit issued by the Chief of Police. Applicants must state the time, place, proposed line of march, destination, and any other information the Chief requires. Once a permit issues, the Chief of Police may authorize the procession to disregard traffic-control devices along its route, letting the city manage road closures and traffic flow for the event.
Violations & Fines
Leading or holding an unpermitted parade or procession on a city street, other than a funeral procession, violates Section 22-7-115 and is enforceable under Title 22's general traffic penalty provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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