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AccessibilityParks Permits
Make it official! By submitting a permit application, you alert the Parks Department to your needs and gain access to some of the best facilities, professionals, and resources in the world.
Each group of players using a field or court must purchase and possess a permit. Parks & Recreation reserves the right to request that players provide proof of approved ballfield or court use.
Special events permits are required for events/activities where twenty or more people will be present. School picnics, birthday parties, and field days all require a special events permit.
To film or photograph in New York City parks, you must first receive clearance from the administrative authority of that park.
All players must have permits or single-play (one-time use) tickets in order to use a tennis court. Through our website you can renew your tennis permit and purchase single-play tickets, court reservation tickets, or a locker rental.
Permission is needed to publish, reprint, broadcast, or duplicate in any way reproductions made from original material of the Parks Photo Archive.
Apply for a permit to perform work on or near a City tree.
Apply for a permit to work on property owned or maintained by Parks.
Metal Detector Permits
Find out where you can use a metal detector in New York City parks and apply for the necessary permit to do so.
Boating and Marinas
Parks requires a permit for the use of our kayak and canoe launch facilities. For larger boats, summer dockage is available at 79th Street Boat Basin for a small fee.
Farmers Markets Permits
Learn about Farmers Market permit requirements and download our application.
Research Permits
NYC Parks welcomes use of City-owned parklands for scientific research. Parks’ personnel can help researchers with site choice, logistics, and other facets of their research in NYC.
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