(.pdf file, 2 pages).General Activity Permit
Information on this page current as of January 29, 2012Note: For permits in the New York PIP, please call 845 786-2701 ext. 232.
This permit is for special events that involve groups of 25 or more, such as company functions, weddings, charity fundraisers, or other activities not held at Alpine Pavilion, or if special accommodations are needed, regardless of group size.
Please check the availability of the date you are interested in by calling 201 768-1360. Dates are reserved upon receipt of a complete application including a signed permit (2 pages), copy of driver's license, payment of fee and security deposit, and proof of insurance when required. The 2012 permit can be downloaded here
To determine if your group needs a permit, please click here to read our Group Use & Picnic Policy (.pdf file, 4 pages) or call 201 768-1360.
A $200 refundable security deposit is required for all group events larger than 100 people and the permittee must present a valid driver's license.
Additional fees may apply depending on scale and complexity of event.
Area amenities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Permit does not guarantee exclusive use of an area.
Restrooms are generally cleaned the day before or on the morning of your event.
Patrons wishing to host an event at Ross Dock will need to have an event site plan approved by the Superintendents Office as part of their permit application; to assist in preparing this, a map of Ross Dock can be downloaded here (.pdf file). (No activities, tents, or equipment may be set up in the Overflow Parking Area).
Regulations for specific types of events are listed below.
Company Functions:
Permits are issued for weekdays only.
Seasonal parking fees are included in permit fee.
Permit includes use of regulated items and alcohol use.
Area amenities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Permit is subject to the area group size limitations. Special permission is required for groups greater than area limit. Additional fees apply.
Group events (hike-a-thons, walk-a-thons, bike-a-thons, bicycle time trials, running races, rowing races, mortorcycle runs, and other organized meets or competitions):
Seasonal parking fees apply.
Permit may include registration tables, shade canopies, road marshals, rest stops, support vehicles, and directional signage, all subject to the approval of the Superintendent.
Area amenities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Permittee must identify charitable recipient and may be asked to provide documentation of non-profit 501(c)(3) status.
Special permission is required for groups greater than 500. Fees for groups greater than 1,000 based on use and impact to park.
Certain events may require PIPPD support for traffic control and/or road closures. Additional use fees and police overtime costs will be in addition to the base permit fee.
Permit is subject to the area group size limitations.
Weddings:
No permits are issued during peak season weekends and holidays.
Seasonal parking fees are included in permit fee.
Permit includes use of regulated items such as tents, catering services, rental companies, alcohol use, and extension of after-hours use to 11:00 pm.
All activities associated with weddings at the pavilion must be completed on the day of the permit. Permittee will be required to rent the pavilion for the days before and after the event for more elaborate set-ups.
Special permission is required for groups greater than 300.
Permit is subject to the area group size limitations.
Other Activities (events that do not fall into one of the above categories):
Wedding ceremony (simple): Walk-in, walk-out, minimal set-up, no chairs, may include small PA system, and flowers.
Religious Service: Walk-in, walk-out, minimal set-up, no chairs.
Camping: Youth, school, or church groups only. Location to be determined by the Superintendent. Camping is allowed by special permission only.
Please inquire for rates for other types of events—additional fees may apply depending on scale and complexity of event.
2012 Area Information & Fee Schedule (.pdf file, 4 pages)
