§ 8-343. License standards

In reviewing outdoor event license applications, the town clerk shall determine whether to issue a license based upon whether the application meets all of the following standards:

(1) Safety and access. That convenient and safe access for the ingress and egress of pedestrian and vehicular traffic exists, and that traffic safety will be maintained on streets serving the outdoor event.

(2) Site.

a. That the outdoor event assembly area will be well drained and so arranged to provide sufficient space for persons assembled, vehicles, sanitary facilities, and appurtenant equipment.

b. That trees, underbrush, large rocks and other natural features will be left intact and undisturbed whenever possible, and that the natural vegetative cover shall be retained, protected, and maintained so as to facilitate drainage, prevent erosion, and preserve the scenic attributes.

c. That the site shall be maintained free from accumulation of refuse, and from health and safety hazards constituting a nuisance.

d. The assembly area shall be adequately lighted, but lighting shall not unreasonably reflect beyond the assembly area boundaries unless adjacent properties are uninhabited.

e. The licensee shall be responsible for the posting of an area of "No Parking" under the direction of the chief of police.

(3) Sanitation.

a. That when water is not available under pressure, and non water carriage toilets are used, at least three (3) gallons of water per person per day shall be provided for drinking and lavatory purposes.

b. That where water under pressure is not available, equivalent facilities shall be provided and installed in accordance with the requirements of the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Health, Mass Gathering Rules and informational guidelines.

c. That the required sanitary facilities will be conveniently accessible and well marked.

d. That wastewater will be discharged in a manner consistent with the requirements of the State Department of Human Services, division of Health Engineering.

e. That disposal and/or treatment of any excretion or liquid waste will be in a manner consistent with the requirements of the State Department of Human Services, Division of Health Engineering.

(4) Refuse disposal.

a. That refuse will be collected, stored, and transported in such a manner as to protect from odor, infestation of insects and/or rodents any and other nuisance condition, or conditions which are inconsistent with the health, safety, and welfare to the patrons of the outdoor event or of the public.

b. That all refuse will be collected from the assembly area at least twice each twelve (12) hour period of the outdoor event, with a minimum of two (2) such collections per outdoor event exceeding six (6) hours, or more if it is necessary, and disposed of at a waste disposal site approved by the town.

c. That the grounds and immediate surrounding property will be cleared of refuse within twenty-four (24) hours following the outdoor event.

(5) Safety.

a. That where an electrical system is installed, it will be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the applicable State standards and regulations and the Town's electrical codes.

b. That the grounds, building, and related facilities will be maintained and used in a manner as to prevent fire and in accordance with the applicable local fire prevention regulations.

c. That internal and external traffic and security control will meet requirements of the applicable State and local law enforcement agencies.

(6) Medical. That all medical services will be as approved by the town's chief of rescue.

(Ord. of 9-22-2003, § IV)