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1. What rooms are available for rent at the Shores Community Center?

First Floor

• Activity Room (weekends only)

Second Floor

• Community Room
  • Can be divided in half
  • Maximum seating: 176 banquet seating and 200 theater style seating

The Veteran's Park area is not available as a sole rental. Its' use will be included with a full Community Room rental.

2. What is the process for reserving a rental space at the Shores Community Center?

All rentals are first-come, first-served. Rentals can be reserved online or come by the Community Center Office or call us at 386-281-3000. Determination will be made based on availability; and an appointment will be arranged to complete the process.

3. Can I have a DJ or band in The Grand Ballroom at the Shores Center for my reception or event?

Yes. However, the City of Daytona Beach Shores has a standing noise ordinance. This noise ordinance is complaint driven and the rental party may be asked to turn down, or turn off, any music not meeting the City's requirements. Please inform your chosen DJ/Band of the City's strict noise ordinance which can be provided. 

No DJ, bands, recorded music, amplifiers or speakers are allowed outside the Community Center. Acoustic music is allowed in the Veteran's Park area until 8 p.m.

4. How may I decorate the Shores Community Center?

Decorations are permitted as stated in the Facilities Use Operations Manual and must be approved by the Community Center management. Decorations are permitted only in the space you have rented. It is the responsibility of the renter to remove all decorations immediately after the event. The Community Center does not have storage facilities for the decorations prior to, or following, your event. 

Not Permitted

• Glitter and Other Confetti-like Decorations
• Nails
• Staples
• Tacks
• Tape
• Etc.

5. Can I have candles at The Shores Community Center?

Open flame is only allowed in a safe container. Placement and type to be approved by the Community Center Coordinator. No eternity candles or incense is allowed.

6. Can I choose my own vendors at The Shores Community Center?

• You may choose your own caterer.
• You may choose your own DJ, florist, and other vendors. 
• You must make prior arrangements with staff for deliveries.

7. Can I serve my own food at my event?

Yes, for groups of 49 or fewer people. For a group of 50 or more, the use of a caterer is mandatory. For non-catered events, the rental party may bring in and serve simple or prepared food items. Examples would be continental breakfast, boxed lunches, party trays, etc. No heating elements (hot plates) are permitted, with the exception of sterno for chafing dishes. 

Renter is responsible for all set-up, serving and clean-up, all of which must occur during the rental period. An additional fee will be charged for kitchen use.

8. Can I have alcohol at the Shores Community Center?

Alcohol is permitted inside the Shores Community Center and in the Veterans Park only. For all rentals, regardless of the number of attendees, where alcohol is to be provided, the tenant must purchase an insurance policy through the City's Tenant User Liability Insurance Program (TULIP). This policy must include the additional alcohol rider. No alcohol may be sold under this policy.

A TULIP policy can be purchased through One Beacon Entertainment.

City Code: 0501 - BON

Allowed exceptions to the above policy:

• Licensed Catering Service
  • At events where a licensed caterer is used, liquor can be sold or provided by the caterer but only if the caterer has a liquor license and can evidence their own liquor liability with the City listed as an additional insured on the policy. The tenant may have a "cash bar" at the event.
  • If the caterer is selling liquor, they must provide the City with evidence of their liquor liability coverage before the event occurs with the City listed as an additional insured on the policy.
  • If the caterer is simply pouring and serving the liquor provided by the tenant at no charge, no liquor license and no liquor liability would be required from the caterer. The tenant must still purchase the TULIP policy with an alcohol rider as described above.
• Licensed Bartending Service
  • At events where a licensed bartending service is used, liquor can be sold or provided by the Bartending service but only if the bartending service has a liquor license and can evidence their own liquor liability with the City listed as an additional insured on the policy. The tenant may have a "cash bar" at the event.
  • If the bartending service is selling liquor, they must provide the City with evidence of their liquor liability coverage before the event occurs with the City listed as an additional insured on the policy.
  • If the bartending service is simply pouring and serving the liquor provided by the tenant at no charge, no liquor license and no liquor liability would be required from the bartending service. The tenant must still purchase the TULIP policy with an alcohol rider as described above.

9. How late can I stay at the Shores Community Center?

Wedding planners and caterers may have additional pre-arranged time to setup or cleanup prior to or following your event. However, your event must end and all guests and renters (along with their personal belongings and decor) must vacate the premises by the end of your rental period.

10. What if we’re having a great time and stay later than our rental period?

The standard hourly rental rate for each area rented will be doubled and charged for any time you are in the building past your rental period (no discounts will apply). No events past 11 p.m. on weekends and 10 p.m. weeknights.

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1. What is Automatic Bank Drafting?

Bank drafting is a free service offered by the City of Daytona Beach Shores for all customers which allows your checking or savings account to be debited for the amount of your bill each month. Paying has never been so easy! The City is proud to utilize advanced microcomputer technology to provide our customers with the most efficient and convenient means of paying monthly utility bills.

This program is ideal for seasonal customers, senior citizens, and those who travel often. It is also great for businesses whose check writing process is complicated and lengthy. Bank drafting eliminates check writing and saves money on postage! It also prevents late fees and service interruptions.

You will continue to receive bills from the City so you know exactly how much money will be drafted. We always make drafts on your regular due date which is the 15th of the month. If the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, we'll wait until the next business day.

2. How do I sign up?

First of all, customers must be using a financial institution within the United States to be eligible. This is because we use the Automated Clearing House (ACH) of the Federal Banking System to process your transactions.

To initiate bank drafting, simply fill out the form and return it to the City's Finance/Utility Department. If you will be drafting from a checking account, you must attach a voided check from the account you want us to use. If you choose a savings account, ask your financial institution for its Bank Transit Number to complete the form. It's that easy!

3. How long does it take to start these services?

It will take between one and two billing cycles after we receive your request. When the service is activated on your account, you will see a message on your bill that reads: Bank Draft - Do Not Pay. All bills received prior to the bank draft start date must be paid in the normal manner. Any questions, please contact the City of Daytona Beach Shores Finance Department /Utility Payments at 386-763-5326.

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1. What do I need to know about annual fire alarms and annual security alarms?

Any business or residence equipped with a fire or security system within the City of Daytona Beach Shores must have a permit issued by City Ordinance Chapter 11 ½, Section 3. An application must be completed and returned with the fee to get the new alarm permit. This permit must be renewed annually.

2. Where do I obtain a Fire Permit application?

The Public Safety Building at 3050 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118.

3. What are the fees for a Fire Permit Application?

The initial fee is $20.00. Renewal is $10.00 per year, which is due on October 1 of each year. Renewal forms will be mailed to each permit holder at the mailing address on file.

4. Where can I pay the Fire Permit application fees?

Credit card payments must be paid online at Shores Pay.

Write a check made payable to City of Daytona Beach Shores and mail to: City of Daytona Beach Shores, 2090 S. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores, 32118.

5. What are the requirements of fire extinguishers at a condominium, hotel, and business?

A 5LB 3A-40BC fire extinguisher is required, inspected and installed within 75 feet of travel in low hazard areas; 10 LB fire extinguishers for ordinary hazards every 50 feet.

6. Does the Fire Department service fire extinguishers?

No, but there are several fire extinguisher companies that are listed online or in the yellow pages.

7. What are the regulations for use of outdoor cooking equipment?

The following fire codes are per the Florida Fire Prevention Code 6th Edition: 

• 10.10.6  -  Cooking Equipment 
  • 10.10.6.1 -  For other than one and two-family dwellings, no hibachi, grill, or other similar devices used for cooking, heating, or any other purpose shall be used or kindled on any balcony, under any overhanging portion, or within 10 ft (3 m) of any structure.
  • 10.10.6.2  - For other than on and two-family dwellings, no hibachi, grill, or other similar devices used for cooking shall be stored on a balcony.
  • 10.10.6.3 -  Listed equipment permanently installed in accordance with its listing, applicable codes, and manufacturer’s instructions shall be permitted.

The following are requirements per City Code of Ordinances, Appendix G:

• 14-21.6. (h) - The use of grills, barbeques or any other object producing fire or flame is expressly forbidden within twenty-five (25) feet of any building.

8. How do we purchase a Knox Box?

Applications are available online at www.knoxbox.com

Knox Boxes have a lifetime warranty and may be replaced if they have not been painted.