Hosting an Event in Los Santos (NA002-25aj)

[LSPD Media Relations]

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Los Santos Police Department
Los Santos, San Andreas

News Release

NA002-25aj

February 9, 2025

Hosting an Event in Los Santos

Los Santos: Planning a community event? Whether you're organizing a marathon, a block party, or a parade, you may need a road closure permit from the Los Santos Police Department. Here’s everything you need to know to ensure your event is well-prepared, safe, and compliant with city regulations.



Types of Events Requiring Road Closure Permits
The LSPD processes permits for a variety of events, including:

• Athletic Events: Marathons, 5k/10k runs, walkathons, and bike races.
• Street Closures: Legal street races, community events, block parties, celebrations, street fairs, parades, and processions.
• Special Events: Citywide special events, red carpet events, grand openings, and ceremonies.
• Political and Demonstrative Events: Planned demonstrations, marches, and political gatherings.

Requirements for Road Closure Permits
To apply for a road closure permit, event organizers must meet several requirements:

• Dedicated Host: Each event must have a designated host responsible for the application and organization.
• Clean Record: The host must have no serious misdemeanors or felonies within the past three months.
• Advance Notice: Submit the application at least five days before the event.
• Event Details: Specify the date, time, and type of event.
• Safety Measures: Provide proof of a Basic Life Support (BLS) certified individual if required and ensure the availability of private security for crowd control.
• Participant Control: Assure LSPD of the ability to manage participants and remove unpermitted individuals, particularly those with gang affiliations.

Considerations for Approval
The LSPD evaluates several factors before approving street closures:

• Impact on Residents and Businesses: How the closure affects local traffic, residents, and nearby businesses.
• Emergency Access: Ensuring emergency vehicles can access the closure area.
• Public Convenience: Minimizing inconvenience to the general public and ensuring alternate routes for traffic.

Event Organizer Responsibilities

• Restricted Use: Ensure the closed street is used solely for the approved event purpose.
• Compliance with Laws: Adhere to all city, state, and federal laws.
• Property Protection: Avoid damaging public property, such as streets, sidewalks, or curbs.
• Cleanup: Remove all event debris; the city may bill for any additional cleaning required.

Notification Requirements
Organizers must notify all affected residents, property owners, and businesses about the event details:

• Local Streets: At least 24 hours in advance.
• Major/Secondary Streets: At least 48 hours in advance.

Security and Safety
The LSPD will not provide event security. Organizers are responsible for hiring private security and ensuring BLS-certified personnel are present for legal street races or other high-risk events. Failure to comply with safety protocols, especially regarding gang-affiliated individuals, may result in event cancellation.

For more information, refer to the LSPD’s official documentation on road closure permits HERE.




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