The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Permit Office manages and issues permits for all DPR facilities and sites, community gardens, and for picnic areas at Rock Creek Park and Fort Dupont Park, operated by the National Park Service. A permit is required for the use of any DPR facility or site by: more than 10 people for an hour or more; organized leagues; or for special events or the reservation of a multipurpose room.
Please allow two business days for permit applications to be processed. For questions about DPR Permit Policies and Fees, please contact the DPR Permit Office.
Availability of DPR Facilities and Sites
Search the availability of DPR facilities and sites online using DPR's online registration system. To view availability in the online registration system, click the "Reserve" or "Reservations" links, then click "View Facilities".
Permit Application
The DPR Permit Application is available for download or by request from the DPR Permit Office. Completed permit applications should be submitted to:
DC Department of Parks and Recreation Permit Office 3149 16th Street, NW Washington, DC 20010