If you plan to organize a parade or special event within the city limits of Haltom City the following guidelines will assist you in that endeavor:

1. How do I know if I need a permit?
If the event is to be conducted on a public street or property and will require special traffic controls then a special events permit application and or a parade permit application , along with the accompanying indemnity agreement form, will be required.
If any part of the event takes place on city property or right-of-way, or requires involvement of city personnel including the need for crowd control, a permit may be required.
If the event involves the use of loudspeakers or amplifiers in a place that is not completely enclosed in a building, a permit may be required.
If the event involves a fireworks display, a permit will be required.

2. What is involved in getting a permit?
Contact the Haltom City Police Department for a parade or special event permit application, or download a form above. Complete the application, attach all other necessary permits (i.e. health, electrical, etc.), along with the applicant’s written agreement to indemnify the City of Haltom City against all claims of injury, and a copy of the receipt for the $40 non-refundable permit fee payable at the Haltom City Police Department Records window, and return to the Haltom City Police Department for processing. An application must be filed not less than 21 days before a special event is to begin.
If the special event requires the use of city streets or other property for an event, the applicant shall provide liability insurance in a reasonable amount, taking into consideration the number of people and the risk involved.
Once the application has cleared all appropriate City departments, the Chief of Police will either approve or disapprove the permit request. You will be notified in either instance.

Contact the Haltom City Police Department at 817 222-7000 Monday through Friday, 8AM - 5PM if you need further assistance.