What are Special Events?
An event held on public and/or private property outside of the normal and intended use of that property that has a defined and limited duration is open to viewing or participation of the general public or involves a large gathering of people outside of normal operations, and occurs once or only a few times per year. Examples of special events include but are not limited to, carnivals, festivals, gun shows, circuses, parades, open-air gatherings, film production events, religious tent meetings, outdoor sales events, mobile food trucks, and athletic events such as 5K run/walks, bicycle races or organized rides, or triathlons, or any other event that requires City, Village or County approval as determined by the Director of Community Development.
The McHenry Township Fire Protection District shall conduct a site inspection prior to the event's opening and periodic inspections throughout the weekend.
Any exhibit, concert, fair, festival, or trade-in of any structure within the MTFPD limits should first provide detailed plans for the event, which will be reviewed and approved by the City, Village, or County and the MTFPD Fire Prevention Director.
Haunted Houses
The MTFPD requires haunted houses to be inspected and approved prior to operation. For inspection requirements, contact the MTFPD, Fire Prevention Office Special Events.
All notifications and pre-plans for planned events will be submitted to the City, Village, County, and the MTFPD Fire Prevention Director for approval 30 days prior to the scheduled event date.
See Special Events and Mobile Food Truck Forms below!