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Permit types

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PermitFeeLead (days)Required docsExternal agencies
Special Event — Small (≤100 people)
Weddings, parties, reunions, ceremonies
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($1M)
  • Site plan/sketch
Special Event — Large (101–1,000 people)
Concerts, festivals, community days
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($2M)
  • Site plan with staging
  • Security plan
  • Traffic/parking plan
Local PoliceMA SP
Road Race / Walk
5Ks, marathons, charity walks, cycling events
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($2M)
  • Course map (GPX or PDF)
  • EMS/medical coverage plan
  • Volunteer roster
Local PoliceMA SP
One-Day Alcohol Service
Beer gardens, wine bars, cash bars
$
  • Host liability COI
  • ABCC One-Day License receipt
ABCC
Event Food Service
Food trucks, caterers, concessions
$
  • Vendor list
  • Caterer license(s)
  • Food allergen plan
Local BOH
Still Photography Shoot
Commercial, wedding party, senior portraits
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($1M)
  • Shot list / locations
Film / Video Production
Commercials, features, documentaries
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($3M)
  • Storyboards / treatment
  • Crew & equipment list
  • Impact mitigation plan
Local Police
Group Camping
Scouts, schools, nonprofit groups
$
  • Group roster (with adult supervisors)
  • Emergency contact list
First Amendment Gathering
Rallies, demonstrations, vigils
$
  • Organizer contact info
  • Expected attendance
Local Police
Commercial Water Access
Kayak tours, sailing lessons, outfitters
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($2M)
  • Operator safety protocols
  • Participant waiver template
  • Instructor certifications
Coast Guard
Research / Scientific Collection
Academic or ecological study
$
  • Research protocol
  • IRB letter (if applicable)
  • Investigator credentials
  • Chain-of-custody for specimens
MA DPH
DCR Facility Rental
Rink, pool, pavilion, lodge
$
  • Certificate of Insurance ($1M)
  • Rental agreement
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