OPERATING PERMIT APPLICATION
Appendix E
Temporary Membrane Structures (Tents and Canopies)
Department of Community & Economic Development
City of Arlington • 18204 59th Ave NE Arlington, WA 98223 Phone (360) 403-3551
Revised 5/8/2008
An Operating Permit is required prior to the erection of any tent or membrane structure used
for assembly purposes, having an area in excess of 200 square feet, and canopies in excess of
400 square feet; including, but not limited to, structures associated with a Carnival, Circus, or
other Public Amusement.
A detailed site plan indicating the location, separation, and placement of all structures, and the
description and location of the items listed below, must be submitted with the Operating Permit
Application.
An inspection must be completed prior to occupancy and/or utilization of the temporary
membrane structure(s).
Required on Site Plan:
Fire Department access
Location of Structures
Waste Receptacles
20 feet separation from lot lines, buildings, or other membrane structure
Portable toilet facilities
Anchorage details
Required on Site Plan, Fire and Life Safety:
Means of egress
Exit signs and emergency lighting
Bonding and grounding
Flame propagation performance treatment (NFPA 701)
Fire Extinguishers
No Smoking” signs
Required on Site Plan, If Applicable:
External power source (generator or hardwired)
No extension cords allowed as primary power
Heating and cooking (NEC and IMC)
LP-Gas (IFGC and NFPA 54)