Johns Creek, GA Special Events & Permits: Park Event Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Lead time
- 60 days before event
- Approving official
- Recreation director/manager
- Application fee
- Nonrefundable, set by resolution
- Possible bond
- 150% of estimated cost
Summary
Johns Creek requires a special event permit before any activity, fairs, festivals, races, concerts, parties, significantly affects normal use of a city park, per § 38-92.
(a)No person or organization shall conduct a special event upon city park property that affects the ordinary use of the city park without first having obtained a special event permit from the city.(b)All special event permits for city parks are subject to the authorization of the recreation director/manager.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 23 Update 1).
Full Breakdown
Under § 38-92 of the Johns Creek Code, no person or organization may hold a special event on city park property that affects the park's ordinary use without a permit approved by the recreation director/manager. Section 38-90 defines special events broadly to include fairs, tours, races, parades, art festivals, concerts, holiday celebrations, bicycle runs, and parties. Applicants must file with the recreation department at least 60 days ahead under § 38-93, pay a nonrefundable fee set by council resolution, and disclose the event's purpose, sponsor, dates, and expected attendance; the city may also require a performance bond and liability insurance under § 38-97.
Violations & Fines
Holding an unpermitted special event on Johns Creek park property is punished under the general penalty, § 1-7; the city can also deny or revoke a permit under § 38-94 for false information or rule violations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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