Sterling Heights, MI Special Events & Permits: Street Fair Rules (2026)

Any sponsor of a carnival shall obtain temporary use approval by the City Manager and a license from the City Clerk to promote a carnival to be held within the city. An application for a license to promote a carnival shall be submitted in writing to the City Clerk not less than 60 days before the proposed opening date of the carnival. (Ord. No. 318, § 1, 12-6-94) ** 13A-4. APPLICATION PROCEDURE. ** The application for a license to operate shall state:

(A)   The name and address of the applicant;

(B)   The name and address of the person sponsoring the activity, if any;

(C)   The proposed location, opening and closing dates and hours of operation of the carnival;

(D)   A list of all rides (including their state inspection numbers), games of skill, sideshows and devices or other temporary structures designed to serve a special purpose or perform a special function, including all booths and concessions dispensing food and/or beverages;

(E)   Proof of insurance;

(F)   Any other information required by the city. (Ord. No. 318, § 1, 12-6-94) ** 13A-5. INVESTIGATION. **

(A)   The City Clerk shall forward a copy of the application to the Police Chief and Fire Chief.

(B)   The Police Chief shall investigate the qualifications and background of the applicant and furnish a written report to the City Clerk accompanied by a recommendation as to whether the license should be granted or refused. As