What is a CUA?A Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) is a business permit with the National Park Service that authorizes an individual, group, company, or other for-profit entity to conduct commercial activities and provide specific visitor services within a national park area. The National Park Service will only issue CUAs for commercial activities and visitor services that:
A CUA is required if you, as an individual, organization, or company, provide any goods, activities, services, agreements, or other function for members, clients, or the public that:
Businesses and individuals may not conduct commercial activities in the park without a valid CUA or in a manner inconsistent with the terms of the CUA. Do road-based commercial tour companies need a CUA?Yes. Road-based commercial tour companies, like all other commercial operators in Point Reyes National Seashore, must apply for a CUA and pay all associated costs. How do I apply for a CUA?Step 1Download and complete the appropriate CUA Application listed below.
Step 2Submit the signed application and any additionally required documentation via postal mail or email to Point Reyes National Seashore. See contact information below. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The non-refundable application fee can be submitted by visiting pay.gov. Contact the park's Special Park Uses/Concessions office for the required permit number. See contact information below. What are the reporting requirements?CUA holders must submit an annual report each year. Download the appropriate report from below and as an exhibit to each CUA document. This report provides the park with visitation statistics, reportable injury data, and a record of annual gross receipts.
You must return this report via postal mail or email by the due date each year. Failure to return required reports or misrepresentation of statistics or earnings will result in denial of your next CUA application. CUA Office contact informationSpecial Park Uses/Concessions Office Phone: 415-464-5111 Important Links |
Last updated: March 5, 2021