Insurance
Permits on public property (& some on private property) require an insurance policy with a minimum of $1 Million in liability.
More Info: CAM 2102
Cost: Event insurance varies based on scale but a policy that meets the city’s requirements can be obtained for as little as $150
Security
Security isn’t required but can be very helpful for multi-day events on public land.
Cost: Hourly costs can range from $28/hour for a private service to $58/hour for off- duty Seattle Police Dept. officers.
Other Essentials
- Barricades
- Tents
- Generators
- Fencing
Fencing for beer gardens must be a min. of 42in tall. Event services like Honey Bucket can provide you with city approved fencing.
SDOT will provide you with explicit req.s for this category. Barricades for a single block closure can be rented for approx. $160
Tents can range in cost from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. The city requires that tents or enclosures over 500sf undergo review by DPD. However several vendors offer pre-permitted tents that have already been reviewed. It’s simpler to layout your event with multiple structures under 500sf rather than enclosing under one shelter.
Generators over 5kw need an additional permit. If you need more power than 5kw seek out a vendor like Hollywood Lights which will have permitted equipment.