Temporary Use Permits

Events on non-residential properties: A Temporary Use Permit (TUP) is intended to allow for the short-term placement of activities, many of which would be prohibited on a permanent basis. (17.68.010 MMC)

Not all special events require the issuance of a TUP. You will need a TUP if your activity involves any of the following:

• Admission fee

• Rental of a facility (e.g., the rental of a facility to hold a wedding or other event)

• Charging guests for valet parking or shuttle service

• Advertised events / Fundraisers

• Events that take place outside of a business' building or outside the normal service area of a restaurant

You may also need a TUP for an event that includes the use of other parcels not owned by the TUP applicant.

NUMBER OF TUPS ALLOWED:

Non-Residential zones: A maximum of six (6) events per parcel per calendar year

WHEN TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:

Applications for events that do not require a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) must be submitted a minimum of 40 days prior to the event date.

If an event requires a CDP, the application must be submitted a minimum of 90 days prior to the event. Generally, an event will need a CDP if it takes place between Memorial Day and Labor Day and will last more than one day from set-up to clean-up.

WILL YOUR EVENT REQUIRE A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT?

Click the link below for the Coastal Development Permit Questionnaire to determine whether your event will require a CDP.

HOW TO OBTAIN A TUP:

A Temporary Use Permit Application Packet can be downloaded with the link below or picked up at Malibu City Hall during regular counter hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 12:30 pm).

An appointment is required to submit your application package. Contact Tracey Rossine at (310) 456-2489 x274 or trossine@ci.malibu.ca.us to schedule an appointment.

Temporary Use Permit Application Packet (PDF format - 350kb)

Includes submittal checklist, application and other required forms