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1. Who is eligible to use the block party trailer?

The City of Grand Junction Neighborhood Block Party trailer can only be used within the city limits. To find out if your neighborhood is in city limits call the Community Development Department at 970-244-1430.

2. Am I able to close the street for my neighborhood block party?

You will need to submit a Street Closure Permit at least three weeks in advance of your party date. Please submit this application in addition to the Block Party Trailer application. We include everything you will need for street closure in the trailer, such as required traffic signs and cones. 

3. Can I use the Block Party Trailer on private property such as on a private residence driveway, HOA common area or apartment parking lot with no impact to public right-of-way or other public space?

Yes, the Trailer may be placed in these areas as long as it is easily accessible to be towed in and out. Submit a Block Party Trailer Permit Application at least 3 weeks in advance of your event date.

4. I want to use the Block Party Trailer in public right-of-way to enhance a party in a neighborhood where a block of the street will be closed, how do I do this?

Submit a Street Closure Permit Application and a Block Party Trailer Permit Application must be submitted and approved. Submit all items at least 3 weeks in advance of your event date. 

5. I want to use the Block Party Trailer at or near a public park, how do I apply?

The City of Grand Junction Parks and Recreation Department has a separate permitting process for use of areas or shelters within our numerous park. Please contact Parks and Recreation at 970-254-3866 or visit their office at 1240 Gunnison Avenue (in Lincoln Park) to apply for park and/or shelter use. Make sure to note in your application that you will be requesting use of the Block Party Trailer.

Include the approved parks permit and a letter from the event organizer indicating that a parks permit has been approved with a full description of how your event will be isolated from the general public and not impact other areas of the park as an attachment to the Block Party Trailer Permit. Submit at least 3 weeks in advance of your event date.