9.04.220 Procedure for obtaining permit.

This ordinance provides for the temporary exclusive use of park property in the following manner:

(1)    Upon receiving a recommendation from the park board, the county commissioners may grant a permit with conditions and restrictions for special use of any park or portion thereof for a limited period of time for noncommercial purposes, when the granting of such use will not impair the county’s ability to provide adequate park space and facilities for the general public during such period of time.

(2)    Before the park board makes a recommendation on any permit, the person or organization seeking such permit shall file a letter of application setting forth the following facts:

(a)    Name, address and telephone number of the person filing the application;

(b)    Names and addresses of persons who manage the organization and will oversee the use requested;

(c)    The exact purpose for which the permit is requested;

(d)    The park and portion thereof requested for such use;

(e)    Exact dates and hours for which the use is requested;

(f)    The number of persons expected to attend;

(g)    Types of equipment and devices which will be used during the event.

(3)    The county shall require an agreement to indemnify the county against any and all loss or damages or claims for damages arising from or out of a special use permit.

(4)    As a condition of approval, the county shall require a surety bond/or liability insurance, with the county named as additional insured party.

(5)    In reviewing a special use permit, the park board shall consider the following elements in rendering a recommendation:

(a)    The nature of the proposal;

(b)    The subject park property;

(c)    The adaptability of the park to accommodate the requested use;

(d)    The total number of persons expected to attend the use;

(e)    Past experience with the particular type of use;

(f)    The effect on adjacent neighborhoods and properties;

(g)    The safe and orderly movement of traffic within the park;

(h)    The fire and police protection needs;

(i)    The possible damage to the park resource from conduct of the use;

(j)    Health factors;

(k)    The impact on other park users.

(6)    Application for a use permit must be made 60 days prior to the event.

(7)    Outdoor music festivals, entertainments, amusements and assemblies as defined in RCW 70.108.010 and Clark County Code Section 5.32.020 shall be allowed in strict conformance to the codes along with special conditions required by the Clark County park board. (Ord. 1976-05-43 (part), 1976; amended by Ord. 1981-09-24 (part), 1981)