Columbia Special events ordinance (§ 14-397)

The city manager may lease or authorize the use of off-street parking facilities for special events if the manager determines that:

(a) The special event would not interfere with the primary function of the parking facility during those hours when parking fees are charged;

(b) No structural alterations would be required and no structural or cosmetic damage would be likely to occur to the facility;

(c) The facility is large enough to accommodate the event;

(d) The event would not place a significant burden upon the police, fire, public works or other city departments which may be called upon to police, monitor or clean up after the event; and

(e) The organizers of the event have sufficient insurance coverage to protect the city from any damage or injury claims arising out of the event.