Sound Amplification

Student organizations that are hosting outdoor events with sound amplification must get approval from both Santa Clara University and the City of Santa Clara. The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) assists student organizations with requests for amplified sound at their events.

If your student organization is approved by the University, then your CSI advisor will complete and submit the permit application to the City of Santa Clara. There is a $76 permit fee (amount is subject to change).

View the full protocol for gaining approval for sound amplification.

Permit Application Deadline

At least two weeks prior to the event date.

Amplified sound is not permitted on weekdays (except Friday evenings) or during reading period, final exams, and commencement for the Law School.

Student Handbook

To view the Sound Amplification Policy in its entirety, see pages 31 and 34 in the Student Handbook.