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2 Application Process In order to expedite your Special Event permit application, Bellingham uses a team review process that includes representatives from the following City departments, as needed: Public Works Parks & Recreation Fire Planning & Community Development (which includes Building Services) Police The review team may condition your Special Event permit by imposing reasonable requirements concerning the time, place, and manner of the event necessary to protect the safety and rights of people and property and the control of traffic. It is in the best interest of your event to work with this review team well in advance to insure all conditions can be met. Additional review and approval may be necessary from agencies outside the City of Bellingham, including, but not limited to: State Liquor and Cannabis Board; State Department of Transportation; Port of Bellingham; Whatcom Transportation Authority; Whatcom County Health Department or other County departments; and/or Other agencies, depending on whether elements of your Special Event are within their jurisdiction. This is not an exhaustive list. It is the event organizer's responsibility to make sure approval from outside agencies is granted prior to the date of the event. Links are included in the topic areas to assist you where possible. Step 1 ‐ Determine the event date and time Research and consider what other events may be scheduled. The City's online events calendar (www.cob.org/events) and the Bellingham/Whatcom County Tourism calendar of events (www.bellingham.org/event‐calendar/) are good resources for this information. City facilities are available on a first‐come, first‐served basis. See the City Venues and Facilities topic area for additional information. We recommend you begin planning your event at least 6 months in advance of the intended date. Special Event permit applications may be submitted up to a year in advance of the proposed event date. Step 2 ‐ Initial Inquiry to City Review Team (OPTIONAL) If you have questions about the application or permit requirements after consulting this Special Event Guide, contact the Permit Center at (360) 778‐8300 or permits@cob.org and our staff will be happy to help guide you in the preparation of your application materials.

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