Permits

The following permits are required. Please contact the appropriate authorities to make arrangements for your event as necessary to comply with the local jurisdiction. Copies of all permits are required prior to receiving a scheduled walk-through to receive keys and cleaning instructions. All applications shall be turned in no less than 30 days in advance of the event's scheduled date.

•  Grass Valley Police Department Application for Special Events, call 530-477-4600. Located at 129 E Main Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945. Insurance requirements apply.
• Grass Valley Fire Marshal Temporary Use Permit, call 530-274-4382. Located at 125 E Main Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945. Insurance requirements apply. 
• If any food or beverage will be sold or given away during your event, contact Environmental Health at 530-265-1222 option 8 or env.health@nevadacountyca.gov and if required, complete the Nevada County Community Event Permit Application 
• An event in which alcohol is being provided/consumed/sold requires permission from the California Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control. The County (property owner) will send you an application and attach an approval page. The application must then be submitted to the Grass Valley Police Department for their signature. After signature of GVPD, the application must be submitted to the ABC office location. For other ABC information, visit Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control page.
  • Nevada County will require liquor liability insurance be added to insurance