(A) Special events requirements.
(1) Intent. These requirements are focused on special events that typically do not fall into specific criteria and are temporary in nature. These events may include large numbers of people as well as vehicular traffic (including recreational vehicles). These events are limited uses in the nature of an amusement or attraction. Contemplated uses of this nature are:
(a) Tractor pulls; races;
(b) Festivals; concerts;
(c) Motorcycle or similar rallies;
(d) Fireworks displays;
(e) Sports events;
(f) Fairs and carnivals;
(g) Large, single event auctions.
(B) Procedure.
(1) The Planning Administrator, if he/she determines that the use is a one time, occasional, or annual event, under the control of a reliable sponsor, may issue a letter of "Special Events Permit" and allow the activity to proceed.
(2) Any special event where alcoholic beverages will be sold, allowed and/or consumed shall require permit approval by the Planning Commission and City Council as a conditional use permit, following all prescribed procedures for said permit.
(3) If the Planning Administrator determines that the use will be conducted occasionally (as opposed to a single event), or that the activity is likely to be associated with site impacts (traffic, dust, noise and activity), he/she may refer the matter to the Planning Commission and City Council.
(4) The Planning Commission and City Council, after an examination of all facts and circumstances, and the imposition of appropriate conditions, may allow the use on an occasional basis, as a conditional use permit or a temporary permit.
(D) Permit requirements.
(1) Special events permit requirements shall include, but are not limited to:
(a) Establish appropriate time limits for operation, if necessary;
(b) Establish necessary mitigation procedures that will need to be undertaken to minimize traffic impacts;
(c) Establish the number of times the activity may operate;
(d) Establish the beginning and ending dates of said special event;
(e) Access;
(f) Set conditions as operating principles, including the advice and approval of the North Platte Emergency Manager;
(g) Incorporate rules and conditions established by the Nebraska State Fire Marshal, the Nebraska Liquor Commission, Nebraska State Patrol or other Nebraska state agency and any resolutions established by North Platte;
(2) The special permit is a license to operate an activity. It maybe revoked for failure to operate within the established conditions, and shall not run from operator to operator.
(3) The special permit shall be signed by both the property owner and the operator.
(4) Any special permit approved by the Planning Commission and City Council shall also be countersigned by the Planning Administrator.
(Ord. 3840, § 1, 4-3-2012)