Special Event Permits

Special event are defined and permitted in accordance with Chapter 26, Article II, of the St. Pete Beach code of Ordinances. The fire department is responsible for administering and permitting the following events:

• Beach fire permits:

  Beach fire permits are issued only for fires on the sandy beach. Pursuant to the Pinellas County ordinance, no other open burning is allowed. The rules pertaining to the permitting of beach fires are here.

  All beach fires planned for public beaches under the jurisdiction of the City of St. Pete Beach must be approved by the City Manager and/or the City Commission prior to issuance of a permit. You may use an online application or you can obtain one at the Fire Marshal's office, located in Station 23 at 7301 Gulf Boulevard. For more information, call 727.363.9207.

• Temporary structure permits:

  Temporary structure permits are required for the installation/placement of grandstands, folding and telescoping seating, tents, membrane structures, air supported and air inflated structures. The rules pertaining to temporary structures are here.

  Applications for temporary structures on public property must be aproved by the City Manager and/or the City Commission. You may use an online application or you can obtain one at the Fire Marshal's office, located in Station 23 at 7301 Gulf Boulevard. For more information, call 727.363.9207.

• Outdoor cooking permits:

  Special event outdoor cooking permits are required for all commercial properties and when city property will be used. Guidelines pertaining to outdoor cooking permits are here.

  Applications for outdoor cooking permits on public property must be aproved by the City Manager and/or the City Commission. You may use an online application or you can obtain one at the Fire Marshal's office, located in Station 23 at 7301 Gulf Boulevard. For more information, call 727.363.9207.

• Fireworks permits:

  Fireworks displays are special events that require specialty licenses issued by the State of Florida. No permit will be issued to anyone not holding a current state license.