Fireworks Permit Application Process

Completed applications and all required supporting documentation must be submitted in PDF format via email to buildingpermits@madera.gov.

Submission Period

  • Start: May 1, 9:00 a.m. (current year)
  • Deadline: June 12, 5:00 p.m. (current year)

Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted or issued a Temporary Permit to Sell “Safe and Sane” fireworks.

Lottery Eligibility

Eligible organizations must submit completed applications and all required documentation within the submission period to be included in the permit lottery list.

If additional permits become available, organizations on the lottery list will be selected by random drawing conducted by the Chief Building Official or designee on June 19 (current year).

Application Materials

PDF fillable applications are available on the City’s website:

Download Fireworks Permit Application

All applications and supporting documents must be submitted via email to buildingpermits@madera.gov within the required submission period.

Contact Us

Madera City Hall
205 W 4th Street
Madera, CA 93637

(559) 661-5400

Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

For permit status updates or inspection support, contact us during normal business hours:

Front Counter: 1 (559) 661-5440
Inspections: 1 (559) 661-5445

Location
205 W 4th Street
Madera, CA 93637

Lobby Hours
Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Counter & Transaction Hours
Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Lunch Closure
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. daily

Weekly Department Meeting Closure
Tuesdays
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

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