Fireworks Stand Vendors

Fireworks stand vendors who are stationary and operate for less than 30 days in a parking lot are considered an "itinerant merchant" and should complete an Itinerant Merchant Fireworks Stand Application. 

The following items are required prior to business license approval:

• Completed Fireworks Stand Itinerant Merchant Business License Application
• Complete list of firework inventory, please see RMC 20.02.278 - Manufacture, sale, and discharge of fireworks for approved City fireworks.
• Letter from the person legally responsible for the property on which such display and/or sale is to take place:
  • City of Richland Parks and Facilities Contract/Approval (If operating on City property)
  • Permit, written agreement, or contract from property owner (If operating on private property)
• Detailed map of proposed location and layout
• Copy of active Washington State Patrol Fireworks Permit
• Copy of Liability and Property Damage Insurance
• Fire Department approval

Fire Department inspection and final approval is required prior to opening day.

Businesses operating on City property, must obtain approval through Parks and Facilities. Please contact (509)942-7463 to begin the Parks and Facilities approval Process. 

Fees
Payment must be received prior to final approval. 

For additional information please view Richland Municipal Codes:

RMC 20.02 - Fire Prevention

RMC 5.13 - Itinerant Merchant

RMC 5.04 - Business, Professions and Occupations