Advocacy Areas on the Pearl Street Mall

What Is an Advocacy Area?

An advocacy area is a designated space on the Pearl Street Mall where tables, chairs, and signs - normally not allowed - can be used for:

  • Political advocacy
  • Noncommercial fundraising
  • Petitioning the government

What is an Advocacy Adjunct?

An advocacy adjunct refers to lightweight, movable items used within an advocacy area, such as:

  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Signs (no taller than six feet)

Rules & Requirements

  • Size of advocacy area: 5 feet by 6 feet
  • Permit not required unless the space is reserved. Anyone may use the area if it is unreserved but must vacate immediately if someone arrives with a valid permit for that location and time.
  • The applicant or their representative must be present whenever advocacy adjuncts are in use.
  • Only noncommercial activities are allowed in advocacy areas.

Signs

  • One sign, no larger than 18" x 18", may be placed within the area and must not exceed 6 feet in height.
  • Additional signs may be:
    • Hung from the table, as long as they don't rise more than 3 feet off the ground
    • Laid flat on the table, not rising more than 6 inches above the table surface

Permit Guidelines

  • Permits are valid for the specific dates listed on the application
  • A person may receive a permit for up to seven days per calendar year
  • Soliciting donations is allowed, but no portion of the donation may go toward the personal financial benefit of the solicitor