Alcohol, Food, and Temporary Structures
Documentation of all required approvals must be uploaded to the online application prior to permit issuance.
If alcoholic beverages are to be sold or served, they may be sold, served, and possessed only in accordance with state law and local ordinances. If the event includes the sale of liquor, it will require a liquor license from the Mayor, who is the Local Liquor Commissioner.
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District must approve all food or beverages to be sold or served at an event.
Tents of more than 400 square feet require a separate permit from the Community Development Services Department’s Building Safety Division.