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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
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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
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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
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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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