Block Party & Special Events Permit

Block Party Permits

Block parties are a great way to mingle with your immediate neighbors.  If you live on a public road and are planning a block party, a Block Party Permit is required.  The permit application is available online and must be received by the Public Services Department 14 calendar days before the block party date.  Late applications will not be considered.  

If you have any questions, please contact our Public Services Department.

Special Event Permit Requirement

Without exception, all block parties are considered special events and ALSO REQUIRE a Special Event Permit.  To receive a Special Event Permit, you must submit a Special Event Permit Application, which is available online.  Click here for additional details about the Special Event Permit Application Process.  

Apply online at least 14 days before the block party date.  PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THE "APPROVAL FROM NEIGHBORS" AND "BLOCK PARTY REQUIREMENTS" SECTIONS BELOW BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION. 

In conclusion, for a block party, you must complete a Special Event Permit Application AND a Block Party Application; both linked below:Special-Event-Permit-Application sign with white letters over blue background

Block-Party-Permit-Application sign with white letters over blue background

Approval from Neighbors

Please be aware that the permittee must submit with the block party application a petition signed by 75% of the residents residing within the area being barricaded.  The Block Permit Application will not be accepted without the required petition, unless a waiver is obtained from the Director of Public Services.  The petition form is a condition for the Block Party Permit to ensure that neighbors residing within the area being barricaded are aware of and in agreement with the block party.

IMPORTANT:  Please note that an original of this form is required.  You must bring the original form with you to the Department of Public Services, located at 9495 SW 180th Street, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157, between the hours of 8:30 am and 5 pm, M-F, except holidays.

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Block Party Requirements

  1. Block/Street Party road closing is not permitted between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
  2. The street must be completely barricaded with adequate flashers for purposes of location, identification and safety.
  3. If event blocks an intersecting “T” street, submit a separate application and petition for each affected street.
  4. If the noise level or attendees’ conduct becomes objectionable to the area residents, the Miami-Dade/Village of Palmetto Bay Municipal District may terminate the event, at their sole discretion.
  5. Permittee shall bear all responsibility for any damages in the public right-of-way and clean up of the right-of-way and impacted areas following the event. The Permittee will be billed for the cost of clean up if Village resources are required.
  6. The sale of merchandise or service is expressly forbidden in the public right-of-way.
  7. Fireworks are strictly prohibited by this permit.
  8. Photocopies of application or petition will not be accepted.
  9. If Permittee is utilizing barricades and/or stop signs owned by the Village, Permittee shall be responsible for reimbursement of any Village owned barricades and/or stop signs that are damaged and/or misplaced. (Barricade $65.60; Stop Sign $39.00)
  10. Half of the roadway's width for the entire length of the closure shall remain clear of objects (tables, chairs, booths, etc.) in order to accommodate public safety vehicles in the event of an emergency.
  11. Event activities shall not create a public or private nuisance or an undue hazard or disturbance to the public or create an excessive burden on police or other public services provided by the Village.
  12. The Village's noise ordinance is enforced on a complaint basis. Block party permits provide no waiver to the noise ordinance.
  13. Alcoholic beverages shall not be sold or distributed from within the public right of way in conjunction with the closure.