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Sec. B3-113. Application for license.

A written application for a circus or entertainment event license shall be filed with the Planning Office at least 90 days prior to the commencement of the event. The Zoning Administrator may, depending upon unusual circumstances and as long as all required notice requirements are complied with, waive the application time limits and accelerate the process set forth herein. The application shall be accompanied by an application fee in an amount established by resolution of the Board of Supervisors, and shall be signed by the sponsor of the event and the owners of the real property upon which the event is to occur. The application shall contain all of the following:

(1) The names, addresses, driver's license numbers, birthdates and telephone numbers of all promoters and sponsors. If the application is made by a partnership, the names, addresses, driver's license numbers and birthdates of all partners shall be included. If the applicant is a corporation or other business entity, the application shall be signed by the president and all other officers required to bind the corporation, and shall contain the names, addresses, driver's license numbers and birthdates of all officers. The address and telephone number of the principal place of business of the applicant shall also be included in the application.

(2) The location and assessor's parcel number for the real property where the event is proposed to be conducted, including all real property to be used for parking or other uses incidental to the event. The applicant shall also furnish proof of ownership of the real property or the written consent of all property owners.

(3) The dates and hours during which the event is to be conducted.

(4) The nature and type of performance of the circus or entertainment event, the names of proposed or intended performers, and a detailed description of all special effects to be used during the performance.

(5) A financial statement of the promoter or sponsor sufficient to show the financial ability to meet any conditions of the license.

(6) The number of persons, including spectators, participants, and other persons, expected to be in attendance for each day of the event, detailed information supporting the expected attendance levels, a detailed description of how persons exceeding the attendance estimate will be accommodated, and a description of how the total number of persons actually attending the circus or entertainment event will be determined.

(7) A map or diagram showing all major accessways to the event, including freeways and local roads.

(8) A detailed description of provisions for water for human consumption and proposed portable or permanent sanitary facilities, both in a manner and amount sufficient to serve the anticipated assembled persons.

(9) The location and capacity of the parking areas and the means of controlling traffic flow into, within and out of the parking areas.

(10) A map or diagram of the means of access to the performance area.

(11) A description of the location, nature and type of medical, first aid and emergency facilities and provisions and who will be providing these services.

(12) A detailed description of the proposed lighting, including location of all light standards and electrical switches.

(13) A certificate evidencing a public liability and property damage insurance policy issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in California naming the County of Santa Clara as co-insured and in an amount sufficient to cover any liability or damages that might arise from the event.

(14) The name and address of a living person residing in the County of Santa Clara who is designated as the agent for service of process for the promoter or sponsor and the owners of all interests in the real property involved for any purpose related to the event.

(15) A detailed description of the manner of acquiring, handling, preparing, dispensing and disposing of food and beverages for consumption by persons in attendance, including the source of energy or fuel to be used in any food preparation.

(16) A detailed description of the manner for the cleanup of the premises and surrounding area during and after the conclusion of the event and the removal thereof as required by Section B3-122.

(17) The names and addresses of the owners of the real property upon which the event is to occur.

(18) Any additional information required by the Zoning Administrator, including, without limitation, submission of agreements with private security guards, physicians, or first aid or emergency attendants.

(Ord. No. NS-502.7, § 3, 9-14-04)

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