Are you hosting a block party with your neighbors?
To ensure public safety, the City requires a permit anytime a street is closed off to vehicular traffic.
Verify that your party requires a permit. A Block Party permit is only required if it will occupy any part of the public right-of-way, which includes the sidewalk and vehicle roadway.
The application for a Block Party requires you to verify the following information:
You must provide insurance that covers BOTH the attendees at your party and the City of Alameda for allowing you to use the public street. The General Liability amount is $2,000,000 and the City must be named as an “Additional Insured.” Call Brigitt Whitescarver at 503-977-5648 for a quote.
Please note that if you plan to provide a jump/bounce house for the children (inflatables devices), additional costs for the insurance may apply.
Be sure to let the insurance company know whether you plan to serve alcohol at the party.
Download and complete the Block Party permit application Return the completed application to the Permit Center, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Room 190 (Stay tuned - we are in the process of making this an online permit)
Allow a minimum of five business days for processing. We will notify you when your permit is ready.
Before the party, follow instructions on the Traffic Control Plan on how to properly close off the street for your block party.
During the party, be sure to follow all the standard requirements on your Block Party permit to ensure that everyone can enjoy the event in a fun and safe manner.
Public Works Department