SAPO Permits

Interested in utilizing the Open Street for an event? 

To do so, you’ll need to apply for a Street Activity Permit (SAPO Permit) and plan ahead! Small events typically require submission at least 30 days in advance.

Here’s a quick overview of the process:

1. Create a SAPO (Street Activity Permit Office) account - Click here to make an account.

• You will need to input: contact information, EIN#, event date(s) and time(s), and location(s).

• They will ask a lot of questions about your event, such as what you may or may not use for the event, which must be answered. (Note this is also used for large activities like the Macy's Day parade, so many questions do NOT apply to you.)

• You will also need to upload the following documents:

  • • • Request Letter

      • Run of Show

      • Site Map

      • Fee waiver – must pay the $25 application fee

2. The fees for “for-profit” events are thousands of dollars. Nonprofits that are seeking an event for a community benefit can ask that it be waived.

• You must submit an insurance waiver if applicable or provide proof of a 2 million dollar policy listing NYC.

• Proof of nonprofit status.

3. SAPO will review the permit and post updates, so you must check the SAPO program regularly.

• If you are using a park, it is a different permit. Click here for info on park permits

• If you need amplified sound, it is a different permit. Click here for info on amplified sound permits

Need help navigating the permit process? Reach out to us at 34aveopenstreetcoalition@gmail.com