Scottsdale SPUR - Special Event

Tourism and Events Launches New Planning and Permitting Portal

Beginning on Jan. 6, 2026, Scottsdale’s Tourism and Events customers will use a new online portal for all events and banners requiring a permit as well as administrative approval requests.

Scottsdale SPUR (Smart Planning, Use and Regulations) will provide customers with a user-friendly interface in which to submit special event requests, approvals and payments for city processing.

Within the portal, customers will:

• Submit applications for special events
• Request approval for seasonal, sidewalk, special vehicle sales, grand openings and banners
• Pay fees
• Receive permits
• View records

Behind the scenes, the new platform combines the permitting functions from various city departments and disciplines into one streamlined system.

Within the portal, city staff will:

• Review submitted applications, plans, and documents
• Approve plans
• Process payments
• Issue permits
• Manage records

Only new applications will be submitted through Scottsdale SPUR. Applications that are already in the Special Event queue will continue through the legacy  eServices portal.

Account Creation

Create your account and log in to the new SPUR portal.

Create SPUR Account

Step-by-Step Guide

View and download the SPUR manual for a step-by-step guide on applying for administrative approvals, special event permits, and paying fees.

View SPUR Manual

Assistance

If you need assistance with SPUR, call Tourism and Events at 480-312-7177 and ask to speak with a SPUR point of contact.