Tent Permits

A tent permit is required for a temporary tent or group of temporary tents if the area is greater than 60 square metres. This includes tents for outdoor weddings, special events, tents for sidewalk sales, and more!

Outdoor Tent Permit  

Any type of outdoor tent larger than 60 square metres, requires a tent permit.

• Tent Permit Package (PDF)

A permit is not required for a tent or group of tents if:

• Ground area is less than 60m² (646 ft²),
• Detached from all buildings, and
• Constructed more than 3m from other structures

Temporary Sales Event Permit 

This permit allows retail businesses to establish a temporary sales event outside of their usual place of business inside a tent.  

• Temporary Sales Event Application

When applicable, a Temporary Sales Event Application must be approved before an Outdoor Tent Application can be submitted. 

Additional Forms

• Sample Event Tent Interior Floor Plan (PDF)
• Sample Event Tent Site Plan (PDF)
• Intent to use Temporary Event Tent (PDF)