Apply for a Tent Permit

What you will need for the application:

• Date of application
• Tent company name
• Tent location, its use, the number of tents and their sizes
• Setup and takedown date
• Phone number of applicant and the emergency contact
• Detailed site plan including:
  • Location of the tent
  • Distance in feet between the tent and other structures on the site
• Certificate of flame resistance
• Letter of authorization

• You must keep the validated receipt and a copy of the permit application packet at the site We issue tent permits for 30 days at a time not to exceed 180 days
• You must submit a tent permit application a minimum of 3 business days prior to setup date
• Site requirements:
  • A minimum of 10 feet between the tent and any structures
  • A minimum of 10 feet between stake lines
• The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) has the right to deny this permit and any future permits if you do not follow any of the above requirements

1. Download the application
2. You can submit:
   • by email
   • by mail or in person to:
     Hillsborough County Fire Marshal’s Office
     Attn: Jadi Flores or Betty Rodriguez
     9450 E. Columbus Dr.
     Tampa, FL 33619

1. Turn in the permit application at least three working days prior to tent setup
2. We will process the application
3. Our inspectors will come out and see the area where you want to set up the tent
4. If approved, the inspector will give you the permit at the inspection