Special Events
Outdoor Gatherings, Parades & Road Races
A Special Event Permit is required to hold any outdoor gathering, musical or entertainment festival, parade, or road race as defined in Chapter 14 of the Code of James City County. Visit PermitLink to learn more about Special Event Permits.Permit Requirements & Exclusions
If the event meets any of these criteria it will require a permit:- Open to the public
- Held in an open space
- Held within a public or private road right-of-way (ex: Parade or Road Race)
- Not held in a “Permanent Installation”
- Outdoor Gathering with 200 or more attendees
- Musical or entertainment festival
- Private guest list/not open to the public
- Held entirely indoors
- Held in a “Permanent Installation”
- Outdoor Gathering with less than 200 attendees
Applications
Applications for a Special Event Permit should be completed in our PermitLink system at least 90 days in advance of the proposed event.-
Tom Coghill
Director
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Building Safety & Permits
Physical Address
101 Mounts Bay Road
Building E
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Mailing Address
PO Box 8784
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone 757-253-6626
- What is a building permit?
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A building permit is the authorization to begin construction, alteration or demolition of any multifamily residential, commercial, or industrial structure as required by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code.
- Where can I obtain a building permit?
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Permits may be obtained and inspections scheduled online through JCC PermitLink.
- What do I need to obtain a building permit?
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You should provide the following information to complete the building permit application:
- Address of the property
- Contractor information
- Owner information
- Scope of work
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