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About the Limited Live Performance Permit Limited Live Performance Permit The purpose of a Limited Live Performance permit (LLP) is to permit live performances in establishments whose primary use is

1 About the Limited Live Performance Permit Limited Live Performance Permit The purpose of a Limited Live Performance permit (LLP) is to permit live performances in establishments whose primary use is not entertainment. Examples include a restaurant with a piano player, or a café that hosts live poetry or music. A LLP may be the appropriate permit for your venue if it meets all of the following conditions: 1. the primary use of your establishment is not entertainment, 2. performances will end by 10:00 p.m., 3. the area of the space occupied by performers is less than 200 square feet. If your proposed use does not meet those conditions, a fixed Place of Entertainment permit, or a One Time Event permit may be the appropriate permit for you, subject to zoning law. LLP Frequently Asked Questions What is Entertainment? According to San Francisco law, entertainment includes just about all performances including any: play, act, review, show, scene, song, dance, poetry or playing of instruments. (San Francisco Police Code Section 1060) Who needs a limited live performance permit (LLP)? Where do I get the permit application? - Online: What is the application fee for a LLP? - To view permit fees and pay online, visit. To pay by check, make check payable to City & County of San Francisco. - The Tax Collector charges an annual license fee to keep the permit current. How long does the application process take? Begin the application process as soon as possible, and immediately if you already offer live performances.. - The meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month and the Notice of LLP permit application must be posted for 30 days before the Commission meets.

2 Page 2 of 10 What other forms do I need to submit along with my application? - California Alcohol and Beverage Control license (if applicable) - San Francisco Business license - San Francisco Department of Health permit to operate - San Francisco Fire Department occupancy certificate (if occupancy is greater than 49 persons) How are applications accepted? - You must drop off your application in person because you must pickup a large Notice of Application sign to be posted at the site of the proposed LLP. - Applicants must pay fee at time of application. I only have entertainment a few times per year. What if I operate without a permit? - San Francisco law requires that businesses adhere to all ordinances. Fines for being out of compliance begin at $ If you have twelve or fewer performances per year, One Time Event permits may be more appropriate for you.

3 Page 3 of 10 Limited Live Performance Permit Application Date: New Application Amendment All applicants must complete this questionnaire and application. No application will be accepted until the entire questionnaire has been completed. Feel free to attach a separate document that answers all of the questions below. Applicant Name: Residence Address: Address: Telephone: Mailing Address: Alternate Telephone: Driver s License Number and State: Business address: Business Name: Corporate Entity Name: List the Entertainment Permits previously issued for this premises: Describe the present use of the premises (e.g.: bar, restaurant, café):

4 Page 4 of 10 Describe how you would like to use the permit(s) you are applying for: Operations Days of the week open to the public: Hours of operation: Days and times of entertainment: Type of food and/or beverage service: Do you have a liquor license? (If yes, please attach a copy including conditions) Name/number/type of liquor license: If no license, describe the status of the application: Occupancy (per SFFD/attach SFFD certificate if applicable):

5 Page 5 of 10 Live Performances Type of performance planned: If sound amplification to be used, specifically describe the amplification: Please include a layout of your venue. You may attach an electronic version after clicking the submit button below, or you may mail or hand deliver a paper version of the layout to the. Outdoor Amplified Sound and/or Entertainment Type of entertainment/outdoor amplified sound planned (e.g. speech or music): Proposed days and times of outdoor amplified sound and/or entertainment: If sound amplification is to be used outside, specifically describe the amplification system: List any hospitals, schools, houses of worship, courthouses, or public libraries within 300 feet of the premises that operate during the proposed hours of outdoor amplified sound and/or entertainment: Attach a layout of the outdoor area indicating the performance space and location of sound amplification Permit applicant hereby certifies that the business shall comply with the maximum noise levels as established under the Police and Health Codes for this premises. Signature

6 Page 6 of 10 Neighborhood Contacts Describe how you have or plan to reach out to neighbors concerning your proposed use of the premises, including a list of groups or individuals you have contacted or plan to contact: Acknowledgment and Declaration I,, understand that there may be sections of the San Francisco Municipal Code that are applicable to my business and/or permit. There are copies of the San Francisco Municipal Code available at City Hall, the Public Library, and legal bookstores. I acknowledge that the Letter of Intent is part of the application and I declare, under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at San Francisco, California. I understand that any false or incomplete information provided by me, relative to this application, may be considered cause to either deny the requested permit or revoke the permit if granted. I acknowledge that this application is not complete until I have submitted payment and the required attachments. You may submit attachments electronically after pressing the "submit" button at the end of this form. See the beginning of this form for more details about payment and attachment submission. Date Signature

7 Page 7 of 10 The purpose of this form is to provide staff with up-to-date contact information for venue management and security staff. Please complete it and return it to room 12 of City Hall, or fax it to (415) Contact Information for Venue Owner and Manager Venue Name: Venue Address: Venue Phone and Fax: Venue Owner Name: Owner Address: Owner Mobile Phone: Owner Manager Name(s): Manager Address: Manager Mobile Phone: Manager

8 Page 8 of 10 INSTRUCTIONS: 1. SOLE PROPRIETOR APPLICANT: COMPLETE SECTION A & C 2. CORPORATE APPLICANT: COMPLETE A, B, C 3. PARTNER APPLICANTS: REPRINT AND COMPLETE SECTION A, C LETTER OF INTENT DATE TYPE OF PERMIT(S) Limited Live Performance SECTION A APPLICANT S BUSINESS BUSINESS ADDRESS RESIDENCE PHONE STATE ZIP CODE BUSINESS PHONE STATE ZIP CODE PHONE NUMBER WHERE YOU CAN BE CONTACTED BETWEEN 9:00 A.M. AND 5:00 P.M. S AND ADDRESS OF PERSONS WHO WILL HAVE DIRECT AUTHORITY AND/OR CONTROL OF PREMISES: RESIDENCE PHONE STATE ZIP CODE STATE ZIP CODE RESIDENCE PHONE RESIDENCE PHONE STATE ZIP CODE S AND ADDRESS OF PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO ACCEPT SERVICE OF PROCESS: PREMISES LEASED MAILING ADDRESS OWNED AND ADDRESS OF OWNER STATE ZIP CODE RENTED SECTION B S AND ADDRESS OFFICER AND/OR DIRECTORS OF THE CORPORATION: CORPORATE TITLE CORPORATE TITLE STATE ZIP STATE ZIP SECTION C DECLARATION I,, declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct, executed at San Francisco, California. I understand that any false or incomplete information provided by me relative to this application may be considered cause to either deny the requested permit or revoke the permit that is granted. I acknowledge that this application is not complete until I have submitted payment and the required attachments. You may submit attachments electronically after pressing the "submit" button at the end of this form. DATE SIGNATURE City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place,BRoom 12 San Francisco, CAFrancisco, Dr. Carlton Goodlett Place, 453 San CA (415)

9 Page 9 of 10 Pages 9-10 are filled out in-person at the application meeting. You have filed an application for a Limited Performance Permit. Our Department will notify the proper agencies regarding your application. You do not need to contact the Planning Department. The Planning Department will respond to the Entertainment Commission inquiry directly. If you are unavailable or do not hear from other City Agencies it is your obligation to contact them and arrange for required inspections and clearance. As with much business activity, it is advisable to maintain a record of names, dates, etc. regarding such contacts. It will also be your obligation to remain in contact with the agencies until you are certain that the staff has received written clearance from all the required agencies. You are advised that failure in this respect will result in extensive delay in the issuance of your permit or denial of your application. You will be notified of the date and time of the. At the Hearing, all factors relative to the issuance of the permit will be considered. If there are any protestant s to such issuance, they will be heard. Prior to the action on application for a permit, the following City Agencies must submit their approval. City Planning - You do not need to contact City Planning. The will contact City Planning Directly. This permit requires that a notice be posted for 30 days to advise the general public of the application. You will sign an affidavit of posting and post notice at your premises. The notice must remain posted conspicuously and continually for 30 days prior to the hearing date. San Francisco Police Department I,, applicant for the above described permit, have read the foregoing and understand that acceptance of my permit application by the Entertainment Commission in no way entitles me to do business, nor does acceptance of my application vest me with any right or privilege. I further understand that action on my application is contingent upon prior inspection and approval of the above indicated City agencies. I acknowledge that this application is not complete until I have submitted payment and the required attachments. You may submit attachments electronically after pressing the "submit" button at the end of this form. See the beginning of this form for more details about payment and attachment submission. Date Signature I, have explained the foregoing to applicant above. Date Signature

10 Page 10 of 10 Pages 9-10 are filled out in-person at the application meeting. AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING Posting shall be completed within 5 days from date of application. Investigation cannot progress until this completed form, Affidavit of Posting, has been received by this office. Date of Filing Application: Name of Applicant(s): Name and Address of Premises: I hereby certify under penalty of perjury that pursuant to the provisions of the San Francisco Police and Administrative Code, after filing an application for a Limited Live Performance permit at the above designated premises, I did date the posting notice and on said date did post the notice in a conspicuous place on the premises and said notice shall remain posted for a period of at least 30 consecutive days. NOTICE DATED AND POSTED: SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT: DATE: Please return within five days of posting to: City Hall, Room 12 1 Dr. Carlton B Goodlett Place San Francisco, CA (415) (415) Main

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