Using and Leasing University Outdoor Space: Twin Cities
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Relevant Excerpt
Assemblies
Rallies, demonstrations, or other gatherings of fewer than 100 participants are allowed without a permit in the following outdoor spaces or immediately adjacent to these spaces and buildings:
- Coffman Memorial Union Plaza
- Gateway Plaza at McNamara Alumni Center
- Northrop Plaza
- St Paul Student Center Plaza
- West Bank Plaza
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Permit Required
A permit is required for any of the following uses of University outdoor space:
- An event involving 100 or more participants;
- The use of displays, structures, tents, contact tables, or grills, sound amplification, or food service;
- An event likely to require police, traffic management, or other personnel to appropriately manage the event;
- An event requiring University service such as rentals, sanitation, additional trash bins, etc.; or
- Overnight outdoor stays, including camping.
Permit Process
University Departments, Registered Student Groups, and Outside organizations must obtain permits from the appropriate University department prior to the event, following the attached procedures.
- University departments and Registered Student Groups: Procedure: Use and Lease by University Departments and Registered Student Groups. [Registered student groups and University departments must submit a completed Outdoor Space Application at least fourteen days before their event.]