SPECIAL EVENTS
Thank you for considering the Port San Luis Harbor District for your upcoming special event!
WHAT IS A SPECIAL EVENT?
A special event is a significant non-recurring event such as, but not limited to: weddings, family reunions, fundraisers, commercial events, boat races, swim races, an organized run, bike races, tournaments, derbies, an organized beach clean up, etc.
DO I NEED A PERMIT FOR MY SPECIAL EVENT?
A Special Event permit is required under one or more of the following conditions:
HOW MUCH WILL A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT COST?
A. The first step in determining the cost of a special event permit is to determine the type of Special Event Permit needed based on the following definitions.
Special Event permit fees are dependent on the number of people expected to attend the event, the type of special event, and whether or not the special event is considered Coastal Dependent.
B. The second step in determining the cost of a special event permit is to find your type of special event on our Rate Schedule.
ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL RULES OR REGULATIONS FOR HAVING A SPECIAL EVENT?
Yes, all applicants must carefully read Rules, Regulations & Information for Special Event Permits. Exceptions to the Rules and Regulations will not be considered. Violations of the District Rules and Regulations may result in immediate eviction from District property, a misdemeanor citation, and/or notice to pay additional fees. The Special Event Application requires applicant to provide credit card information and authorization to charge credit card for violations.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT?
Special Event Permits are issued on a first come first serve basis. In the event that your requested date is unavailable, your payment and paperwork will be returned. You may select a first and second date, time or location to minimize the risk of unavailability of your requested date.
DO I RECEIVE ANY SERVICES WITH MY SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT?
The beach is a public facility, therefore special event permits do not provide exclusive use of the beach. Access for other visitors must not be impeded. A special event permit allows the permit user to hold a special event on District property, but does not allow for exclusive use. No other services are provided to the recipient of a special event permit. There are no identified reserved spaces. It is recommended that you schedule your event off season, or early or late in the day if you wish to increase the privacy of your event.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY FOR SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS?
The Special Event Permit is not refundable. For a $50.00 processing fee, the Special Event Permit date may be transferred to an available alternative date. The alternative date may not be more than one-year from the original date and only one transfer is allowed.
WHY DO I NEED EVENT LIABILITY INSURANCE?
In the event that you or a guest is injured or you or your guest cause property damage your event liability insurance may pay for the loss (less any deductible).
As part of the Special Event Application process you, as the applicant, are agreeing to take responsibility for your guests, and paid or unpaid service providers (e.g. florist, caterer, photographer). Many Event Liability Insurance policies do not cover “employees” or service providers. You are responsible for securing a certificate of insurance naming Port San Luis Harbor District as additionally insured for $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in aggregate for each person or organization that you hire. All event liability insurance certificates must accompany your application.
WHO DO I CONTACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION?
You may call the Business Manager at 805-595-5400 ext. 13 or the main office staff at ext. 10. Alternatively, e-mail specialevents@portsanluis.com with your question.