Extend your reach beyond your shop’s walls with a Right-of-Way permit.
Shared spaces bring our community together. In Downtown Lansing, there are a number of opportunities for utilizing Public Right-of-Way spaces such as sidewalks to enhance your involvement with the neighborhood, spread the word about your business, and contribute to a vibrant downtown landscape.
Right-of-Way permits cover items or initiatives in the shared spaces outside your business location, such as:
- Sidewalk cafes
- Signs and sandwich boards
- Seating areas
- Street vendors
- Street performers
- Charitable solicitors
- Special events
How Can I Use Public Right-of-Way Spaces?
- Read the Operational Guidelines for Right-of-Way Spaces in Downtown Lansing, and make sure your idea fits within the guidelines.
- Complete the application below and send it to Downtown Lansing Inc. to gain approval
- For street performers, make sure all individuals involved sign a liability waiver (available on page 12 of the Operational Guidelines document)
- If you’re planning a special event (concert, festival, parade, run, etc.) contact the City of Lansing and complete a Special Event Permit Application (SEPA)
