Property Use

The Board of Supervisors by Resolution has established procedures and requirements for conducting Special Events that take place on County Property including county-maintained roads, parks, and buildings.

The intent of this policy is to foster and support planned usage while ensuring maximum safety for all parties. This policy is also aimed at minimizing disruption and inconvenience to local residents, motorized vehicle traffic, and the provision of day-to-day governmental services.

Application Process

Who to Contact

Permit applications may be obtained as follows:

Property Usage TypeContact
County RoadsPublic Works
255 N Forbes
Lakeport, CA 95453
Phone: 707-263-2341
Download Application Form (PDF)
Highland Springs ParksPublic Works
Phone: 707-263-2341
Download Application Form (PDF)
All other County ParksPublic Services
333 2nd Street
Lakeport, CA 95485
Phone: 707-262-1618
View the Application Form
County BuildingsPublic Services
Phone: 707-262-1618
Outdoor FestivalsCommunity Development Department
255 North Forbes Street
Lakeport, CA 95453
Phone: 707-263-2221
Lake Special EventsLakebed Management
255 North Forbes Street
Lakeport, CA 95453
Phone: 707-263-2341


A permit must be filed at least 60 days in advance of the event. For use of County roads and Highland Springs park, submit an application to the Department of Public Works. The Department will notify all affected agencies (ie: CHP, SO, Cal Trans, Co Roads) requesting comments and special conditions. The applicant will be notified if the application is approved or denied. A signed permit subject to the listed conditions will be mailed to the applicant along with the following agreements, which must be executed by the applicant and returned to the Department:

  • Hold Harmless
  • Insurance
  • Clean Up Agreement

The permit will not be valid until all conditions have been met and the Department has received the signed agreements and appropriate insurance documents. If the application is denied the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board of Supervisors.