Contractors, public utilities, and others requesting road and/or lane closures must acquire a street occupancy permit. In most cases, a detour or traffic control plan will be requested to attach to the permit. Please contact the Engineering Department at (714) 738-6845 for further information.
Block Party Permits
A typical "Block Party" consists of several families extending social activities into a residential (public) street. The event is non-profit in nature and is closed to the outside public. A block party permit may be obtained for the temporary closure of select residential streets after review and approval of the Traffic Engineering Division. All applications shall show support from the surrounding residences on the street who may be affected. The issuance fee for a permit is $20 with an option to purchase additional insurance through the City for the event. Please contact the Engineering Department at (714) 738-6845 for further information.
Special Event Permits
A typical "Special Event" is conducted outdoors to which the general public is admitted or invited. Such an event includes a carnival, festival, tent or car show, circus, parade, auction, rally, or a similar kind of temporary outdoor exhibition or performance. A Special Event permit may be obtained after review and approval by the various departments within the City. The issuance fee for a permit varies with an option to purchase additional insurance through the City for the event. Please contact the Engineering Department at (714) 738-6845 for further information.
Transportation/Overlimit Permits
Transportation/Overlimit permits are required for those vehicles that exceed the maximum width, height, length, or overhang and desire to travel on City streets and highways. The limits are outlined in the Caltrans Transportation Guidelines Manual with single trip permits costing $16 and annuals costing $90. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to issuing a permit. Permits will not be mialed and need to be filled out and signed at the front counter of Engineering. Please contact Traffic Engineering at (714) 738-6845 for further information.
Film Permits
Applications/permits forms are required for production companies. Production companies must acquire a City of Fullerton Film Permit and business license which can be obtained the same day it is applied for. Subsequent meetings will be scheduled to discuss the scope of the film shoot and all efforts will be made to assist your company in its efforts. Student productions are exempt from the business license requirement. Please contact Sylvia Palmer Mudrick at (714) 738-6317 for further information.
