Site and Route Maps
What are Site and Route Maps?
Site and route maps are visual tools that detail the layout of an event and its impact on surrounding areas. These maps are essential for communicating the event’s footprint to city officials, emergency personnel, and other stakeholders. They also ensure compliance with safety, accessibility, and logistical requirements.
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Site and Route Maps
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Map Format
Maps must be in electronic form and submitted as an editable PDF.
Site Map and Route Map Requirements
Site maps provide an overview of your event footprint, including the location of key elements such as restrooms, first aid stations, and vendor booths. Route maps are required for moving events like parades and races. See below to know what both maps must clearly indicate:
General Site Map
NORTH, indicated by a directional arrow symbol
Entry and exit points
ADA-accessible pathways (must indicate width 4’ minimum)
Street names
Street or lane closure points
Requested street parking spaces
Emergency vehicle access/fire lane (must indicate width of 20' minimum along entire length of street closure)
Business or residential driveways
Equipment/Structures: fencing, bleachers, booths, canopies/tents, cooking areas, generators, vehicles, stage, portable restrooms, waste collection bins/stations, etc., including dimensions
All other setup, equipment, or structure details you think are helpful
Including Beer Garden or Other Enclosed Area in General Map
Fencing/barriers, including dimensions
Entrances and exits
Equipment/furniture: tables, chairs, bars, stage, etc., including dimensions
Route Maps
For events such as parades, processions, walks/runs
NORTH, indicated by a directional arrow symbol
Route with directional arrows
Starting point and finishing point
Assembly area
Disbandment area
If the route map is for a race, either a walk or run, it must also include:
Starting line, including structure set up
Finish line, including structure set up and dispersal area
Street closure points and barricades
Location of requested TPD traffic control officers
Location of organizer provided flaggers
Other stops along the route
Submit these maps alongside the application for review by Tacoma Venues & Events.
Some City-owned parks or plazas require specific permission from other departments (see chapter on Parks and Waterways [LINK TO PARKS AND WATERWAYS PAGE ])