Chino, CA Special Events & Permits: Street Fair Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Governing section
- Chino Municipal Code § 5.04.540
- Application deadline
- 30 days before the event
- Fee waiver
- Waived with valid business license
- Permit scope
- One permit per event, non-transferable
- Adopting ordinance
- Ord. 2022-016, § 4, 10-18-2022
Summary
Any vendor, booth operator, or performer at a Chino street fair, festival or other city-permitted special event must obtain a separate special event vendor permit, filed at least thirty days ahead, even with an existing business license.
Any person or business wishing to participate as a vendor, or otherwise have a booth or stand, or to perform, solicit, or sell any products or services, at a special event, as defined in Section 10.64.020 of this code, shall first obtain a special event vendor permit from the city, even if the person or business already has a city of Chino business license.A.Applicants for a special event vendor permit shall submit an application at least thirty days prior to the first day of the special event on a form created by the city...
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 38).
Full Breakdown
Chino Municipal Code § 5.04.540 requires anyone who wants a booth, or who will perform, solicit or sell goods or services, at a special event, defined in § 10.64.020 to include carnivals, festivals and fireworks displays on public property, to obtain a separate special event vendor permit from the city, even if they already hold a Chino business license. Applications must be filed at least thirty days before the event, listing the vendor's business-license status and any required state or county permits. Licensed businesses pay no fee; unlicensed vendors pay a council-set fee. Permits must be displayed on the booth and are non-transferable. Adopted by Ord. 2022-016, § 4, 10-18-2022.
Violations & Fines
Vending, staffing a booth, or performing at a Chino special event without a displayed special event vendor permit is a violation; the city may deny or revoke the permit for undisclosed activities or health and safety concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to sell at a Chino street fair if I already have a business license?
What counts as a 'special event' under Chino's vendor permit rule?
Sources & Official References
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