IMPORTANT COVID-19 UPDATES
(updated 05/04/21)
CONTACT US
Call Center (415) 831-5500 : Monday – Friday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, except holidays; Email: RPDReservations@sfgov.org. Our physical offices remain closed at this time.
AVAILABLE PERMITS
Due to Covid-19 health orders, available permits are limited to the following. We adapt as quickly as we can to what is allowed. Details on what is permitted and how to apply appear below:
Outdoor Gatherings
Due to the frequency in changes to Health Orders, we are currently accepting applications for Outdoor Gatherings no more than three weeks in advance of your event date. Applications received more than three weeks in advance of an event date will not be processed.
Gathering Type
| Description | Maximum
Number of People | Food & Beverage
Allowed? | Written Safety Plan Required? | Dept of Public Health Requirements | How and Where to Apply |
|
|---|
| Outdoor Meal Gatherings | Eating or Drinking | 25 | Yes | No, unless recurring | Directive | BOOKING INFO |
|
| Small Outdoor Gatherings | No food or beverage
| 50 | No | No, unless recurring | Directive | BOOKING INFO |
|
| Outdoor Religious Services and Ceremonies | Religious services and ceremonies, and funerals | Determined by the size of venue and ability to follow Social Distancing Requirements. | No | Yes | Directive | APPLICATION |
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Special Events
We are issuing permits for special events that are allowed under current health orders. For more information, please view the application form or visit the Special Events webpage.
Shared Spaces Program
Outdoor Fitness Permits – Boot Camps, Yoga, Dance
Any authorized outdoor health and fitness program will require a permit to operate. Please review the Department of Public Health’s Guidance for Outdoor Fitness before applying.
More information regarding Outdoor Fitness Permits is provided on the application form, or in Outdoor Fitness Permits Frequently Asked Questions.
Outdoor Dining Permits
Before applying, please review the Health Directive. If you are interested in using a park or plaza for outdoor dining, please complete the OUTDOOR DINING SPACE INQUIRY FOR PARKS AND PLAZAS. We will respond within 3 business days.
Outside of School Time (OST) and Childcare Provider Programs
Permits to program providers that meet the state and local OST guidelines below will be issued on a space available basis. Elementary school and up, see the City guidance for OST Programs. Children not yet in elementary school and up, see guidance for Childcare Providers.
Spring (March 1 to May 31)
2021 Spring OST Request Form - Applications received after the initial deadline of March 10 will be reviewed periodically.
Summer (June 1 to August 31)
2021 Summer OST Request Form - Deadline for first consideration April 30
Youth Summer Camps
The 2021 Summer Camp Application is now open with preliminary guidance. Summer Camps may operate as 2020-21 Out of School Time Programs during COVID-19. The deadline for first consideration is Wednesday, April 7. Applications received after this date will be reviewed periodically.
Summer camp sessions using athletic fields are offered on the following schedule:
June 14 – July 2
July 5/6 – July 23
July 26 – August 13
Athletic Field Permits for Youth and Adult Sports Programs
On March 2, the SF Department of Public Health issued guidance for youth and adults sports programs (leagues) to reopen. Please refer to this directive for general requirements and best practices for sports programs. Please note: We are not issuing permits for occasional pick-up or walk-up use at this time.
Spring (March 22 to May 31)
Summer (June 1 to August 31)
Film and Photo Permits
Film and photo permits with a cast and crew of no more than 50 persons are being considered on a case-by-case basis. Please allow a minimum of 10 business days for review and processing. For more information, visit our Film Permits webpage.
Tennis Courts
Tennis court reservations are available on certain courts. For more information, visit the Tennis Court webpage.
Other competitive athletic games and gatherings are not allowed under the current health order. See above for possible Outside of School Time and Outdoor Fitness permits. If you need to reach us about canceling or refunding a reservation, please email RPDReservations@sfgov.org.
Wedding Permits
We are issuing wedding permits contingent on Health Order directives at the time of the permit. Please visit our Wedding Permits Page for more information.
Indoor Permits
Contingent on current health orders, we are able to consider indoor reservations for 2021 on a case by case basis at our special event venues only, including: Lake Merced Boathouse, Sunnyside Conservatory, and Stern Grove Clubhouse (Trocadero). Any subsequent permit for these reservations will be contingent on the Health Order directive in place at the time of the permit. Please note, wedding requests at these indoor special event sites receive priority based on historical precedent. To submit an event request for Lake Merced Boathouse, Sunnyside Conservatory, or Stern Grove Clubhouse (Trocadero) please complete the Indoor Special Event Venue Application.
