Event permit in Leudal

What is it?

An event is an event that is open to the public. If you want to organize a (large) event, such as a fair, parade, party, festival, pop concert or sports competition on the public road, you need to apply for an event permit from the municipality.

A number of small events do not require an event permit under the General Ordinance. Such a small event must then meet certain Requirements . And for organizing the small event, certain general (game) rules must be observed.

Application deadline

Permit applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks in advance of the event. It is requested that permit applications for major events be submitted at least 12 weeks in advance. 

The time limit set is needed, among other things, for the collection, processing and reconciliation of opinions.

Note! The permit application may be rejected if it is submitted late (less than eight weeks before the time the applicant needs the permit).

If after reading the above information you have questions about the event permit application please contact the staff of APV/special laws or send an email to APV@leudal.nl We can then review together what is needed, at that time, for an event application.

It takes a minimum of 8 weeks to process an application.

How does it work?

The municipality determines whether you will receive an event permit.

Assessment of risks

No two events are the same. Based on the submitted application, the municipality makes an assessment of the risks of the event. We call this the risk classification. This risk classification was created in cooperation with the North and Central Limburg Safety Region and applies to all municipalities. Based on the risk classification, it is determined what type of permit is necessary and what regulations are attached to it.

Furthermore, only 30 drang fences can be loaned at a time. Before picking up the fences, please check the opening hours of the municipal depot in Hunsel.

Supplemental security plan

In a number of cases, a safety plan may be required. In this plan, you detail how you as an organizer will deal with a number of safety issues. Topics in the safety plan include security, layout of the accommodation, fire safety and hygiene. The safety plan is part of the final permit.

Therefore, first contact the staff of the APV & Special Laws cluster of the Citizen Business Square, Municipality of Leudal. They can be reached by phone at (0475) 85 90 00. They can tell you whether a safety plan is required.

Electronic application form with handy checklist

Do you want to apply for an event? Health then that you have timely DigiD (for individuals) or eRecognition (for a foundation, company or association).
Do you not yet have DigiD or eRecognition? Look for more information and applications on the website of DigiD or eHerkenning.

The electronic event permit application form includes a built-in checklist. After answering a few simple questions, you will immediately know whether an event permit is required for your activity. If necessary, after going through the checklist, you can submit your application directly online.

Apply for an event permit

For the purpose of event permit review, a proper drawing showing traffic measures/traffic signs for the purpose of the event is required if necessary.

This plays out, for example, in dangerous traffic situations, a road closure, a traffic detour and so on.

This drawing is needed when evaluating the event permit.
Use can be made of a digital Map. This can be found at www.openstreetmap.org

The traffic drawing must include the following:

  • Event name;
  • Date and times event;
  • Name core;
  • Street names;
  • Traffic signs, link to RVV Annex 1;
  • Detour route if needed;
  • Deployment of traffic controllers, where they will stand

What does it cost?

There are no fees associated with the event permit. The use of water and electricity may be subject to fees, however.

What to do.

You apply to the municipality for the permit for a major event. Do this at least 12 weeks in advance. The following general (game) rules apply to permit-free events under the General Ordinance:

  • the organizer or whoever is actually in charge of the event shall verify that there is proper insurance against damages resulting from the event;
  • the organizer is obliged to compensate for damage caused to municipal property;
  • the safety of participants and visitors must be guaranteed;
  • local residents must be informed of the event in a timely manner in advance;
  • no nuisance should be caused to local residents and further surroundings;
  • local residents should be informed of the cell phone number of the organizer or whoever is actually in charge prior to the event in order to pass on nuisances;
  • adequate facilities must be provided on the site for waste collection;
  • Upon completion of the activities, the site used and the immediate surroundings must be left clean and in their original condition;
  • instructions from persons in charge of supervision and/or investigation must be followed punctually and immediately.

How long does it take?

You will be notified within 8 weeks whether you will receive the permit.

Do you disagree with the municipality's decision? Then you can object within 6 weeks.

Information for permit application

Review the points below before applying for an event permit:

When do I not need a permit?

You do not need an event permit if the small one-day activity meets the following criteria:

  1. the number of attendees does not exceed 100 persons;
  2. the event takes place between 09:00 and 24:00;
  3. no music is played before 9:00 a.m. or after midnight;
  4. no temporary traffic measure is required;
  5. no traffic controller(s) is/are needed;
  6. activities are not an obstacle to emergency services;
  7. only small objects are placed with a total area of up to 50m2.
  8. no municipal materials are required and/or no water and/or electricity is/are required through the intervention of the municipality;
  9. there is an organizer or someone who is actually in charge, and responsible for keeping the event safe.

Deployment of first aid association

The Limburg-Noord Safety Region advises the municipality on the deployment of first aiders during the event.

Sometimes a first aider with an event or alcohol & drug specialization is required during the event.

Prior to submitting the event permit application, the event organizer must think for himself about a care plan during the event.

For this, it is good to contact the first aid association prior to submitting the event permit.

The deployment of first aiders during the event is primarily to relieve regular Health and provide immediate assistance.

Rules regarding noise

The sound level of amplified music from sound sources shall not exceed until the end time of the event:

  • 85 dB(A) for the long-term average assessment level (LAr,LT );
  • 99 dB(C) due to bass;
  • 102 dB(A) for the maximum sound level (LAmax).

No façade reflection correction is applied and no penalty factor for music noise is used.

After the established end time for noise, the noise standards as included in the Environment Plan Municipality of Leudal (articles: 22.63, 22.67 and 22.69) apply. These standards are more stringent.

The following end times for marquee and outdoor events have been established:

Event end times and sound end times are as follows:

Marquees and outdoorsEnd time eventEnd time sound
Marquee, open-air on Friday and Saturday02:00 a.m.01:30 a.m.
Marquee, outdoor on Sunday through Thursday01:00 a.m. (was 02:00 a.m.)24:00 a.m. (was 01:30 a.m.)
Marquee, outdoor on New Year's Eve02:00 a.m.01:30 a.m.
Marquee, outdoors on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday with the carnival02:00 a.m.01:30 a.m.
Marquee, outdoors on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday with the fairgrounds02:00 a.m.01:30 a.m.
Marquee, open-air on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday if this is or follows a national holiday.02:00 a.m.01:30 a.m.

Noise may be produced during marquee and outdoor events for a maximum of three consecutive days.

The maximum does not apply during the carnival and fair.

Furthermore, a maximum of two consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) is allowed to hold an event with sound in a marquee or outdoors at the same (event) location.

Noise production must not occur earlier than 10:00 a.m.

 And on Sundays not before 1 p.m. if church services are taking place and they are subject to (noise) nuisance due to the proximity of the event.

Providing information to local residents of an event

As an event organizer, you must inform local residents of the location where the event will take place. This within a radius of about 100 meters, depending on the type of event.

You will notify local residents by letter of:

  • The cell phone number of the organizer;
  • the type of music being performed;
  • the maximum noise level;
  • the start and end times of the event, and
  • the phone number of the Regional Implementation Service Limburg-Noord (RUD-LN).

    A copy of this letter should also be sent to APV@leudal.nl.

The local resident can contact the organizer with questions and/or complaints. If the organizer/organization does not adjust the noise level, the RUD-LN can be contacted, available outside office hours via the municipality's central telephone number.

Earplugs

Hearing buds must be available for visitors to the event, for a fee or otherwise, during the event. This should be provided by you as the organization.

You may need to apply for other permissions. For example, an exemption for serving alcohol.

Events and regulations on disposable cups and containers

New rules will apply to events regarding the use of disposable cups and containers containing plastic. Different rules will apply depending on the type of event (an open or closed event).

But what is the difference between an open and closed event under these regulations?

  • An enclosed event takes place at a location with a fence. Consider a music festival or concert at a private location (indoors or outdoors).
  • If there is no enclosed area, we refer to it as an open event. Think of a fair, marathon or an open village event such as carnival or King's Day.

Open event

At open events, from July 1, 2023, visitors will have to pay for a disposable cup and container if it contains plastic and must be able to use a reusable alternative with a return system, or bring their own cup or container (bring your own).

Please state surcharge separately

The regulations only list guideline amounts for disposable cups and containers that contain plastic, which may be deviated from. Below are the guideline amounts:

  • €0.25 for cups
  • €0.50 for a meal (this can consist of several packages)
  • €0.05 for prepackaged vegetables, fruits, nuts and portion packs

The business owner should list the surcharge for a cup and tray containing plastic separately on the bill. For clarity, it is recommended that it be struck on the cash register as "plastic product" or more specifically as "plastic cup" and "plastic tray." 

Closed event

At closed events, the use of disposable plastic cups and containers will no longer be allowed from January 1, 2024. A circular system, where cups and containers are returned for reuse or for high-quality recycling will then be mandatory.

Exception to disposable ban: high-quality recycling

Reuse becomes the new norm for locations covered by on-site consumption. However, there is also a limited exception to establish a collection system for high-value recycling of the cups and containers. High-quality recycling means collecting the cups and trays and recycling them for reuse as food or beverage packaging materials (food contact materials). 

Chances are your disposable cup contains plastic

Many cups and containers that look like they are made of cardboard contain plastic to make them water- and grease-resistant. Even cups and containers with a "plastic-free" label may contain plastic. So a label does not guarantee exclusion from regulation. In the Netherlands, plastic-free means that the product contains no (added) polymers. Other standards are sometimes used abroad, which means that the plastic-free logo from Germany, for example, is not valid in the Netherlands. Be well informed by your supplier. Cups and containers made from bioplastic also fall under the new regulations. This type of plastic is also usually harmful to the environment if they end up in litter. Therefore, cups and containers made from bioplastic are also covered by the regulations.

How sustainable is reuse?

In general, reuse is better for the environment, depending on the material, volume, method of cleaning and efficiency of return logistics. However, a reusable cup or container must be used frequently. For example, a cup is more environmentally friendly if it is used between 6 and 60 times. The difference is partly in the material the reusable cup is made of and the way the reusable cup is cleaned.

Read the fact sheet and follow the rule guide

Want to know more, including how regulations are enforced? Then check out the information from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management.

Use of glassware/plastic cups

The Events Implementation Policy states that event permits/alcohol law licenses may include additional requirements for the use of plastic cups for safety reasons. The municipality can point this out or oblige the organizer.

Plastic cups are required, among other things, for events taking place in public places (for example, in squares during carnivals, fairs), in marquees and/or on sports fields.

If the terrace belonging to a catering establishment is used differently than normal during an event, plastic cups are required on the terrace. For example, if on a terrace not sitting but standing, standing tables are used instead of regular tables, an extra tap is present or a (party) tent is placed. This obligation takes place for reasons of public order and safety. If the terrace is operated in the usual manner, the use of plastic cups is not necessary. Also in other cases, such as for safety reasons or to prevent nuisance, it may be decided to make the use of plastic cups obligatory.

Safety region info cards

View Safety Region information cards

On the Limburg-North Safety Region page, you will find information such as:

  • Heat at events; 
  • Safety regulations small and large events; 
  • Floor plans;
  • Alcohol and drugs at events, etc.

Provincial Environmental Permit flora and fauna activity (protected animals and plants)

Sometimes your event requires an environmental permit from the Province of Limburg for flora and fauna activities. This is the case, for example, if as a result of your event you destroy prohibited nests or habitats of protected animals or if you kill, capture or disturb protected animals. You also need an environmental permit for picking protected plants or destroying the growing places of protected plants.

An ecological expert can assess or conduct a survey for the presence of protected species at the location of your planned event. If protected animals and plants are present at the location, where the activities will be carried out, an ecological expert must assess whether these protected species will be negatively affected by the activities.

We ask that you contact the Permits, Supervision and Enforcement cluster of the Province of Limburg in good time if necessary (tel: 043-389 99 99) about the possibilities.

You can also find further information on the Provincial website