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The Superintendent’s Compendium is the summary of park specific rules implemented under 36 Code of Federal Regulations (36 CFR). It serves as public notice, identifies areas closed for public use, provides a list of activities requiring either a special use permit or reservation, and elaborates on public use and resource protection regulations pertaining specifically to the administration of the park. The Superintendent’s Compendium does not repeat regulations found in 36 CFR and other United States Code and CFR Titles, which are enforced without further elaboration at the park level. In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations (“36 CFR”), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 16 United States Code, Section 3, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of General Grant National Memorial Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7. Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, as required by Section 1.5(c), appear in this document identified by italicized print. Approved by: Shirley McKinney, Superintendent I. 36 CFR §1.5 – VISITING HOURS, PUBLIC USE LIMITS, CLOSURES, AND AREA DESIGNATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USE OR ACTIVITIES(a)(1) The following visiting hours and public use limits are established for all or for the listed portions of the park, and the following closures are established for all or a portion of the park to all public use or to a certain use or activity:
Carrying Capacity: Superintendents are also authorized to modify, impose, or reimpose occupancy restrictions at any level relative to normal occupancy as appropriate. The following capacity limits are set as a maximum. However, lower numbers may be determined to be necessary on a case-by-case basis depending on the nature of the activity, the arrangement and size of supporting infrastructure (stage, chairs, etc.) and other factors: Normal Operations: The number of visitors in the following indoor locations may not exceed the maximum occupancy identified for each location:
COVID Protocols: The number of visitors in the following indoor locations may not exceed the maximum occupancy identified for each location.
COVID-19 Mask Usage When the COVID-19 Community Level is LOW or MEDIUM in the county or all the counties where the park is located based on data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), individuals are not required to wear masks. When the COVID-19 Community Level is HIGH in the county or all the counties where the park is located based on data provided by the CDC, all individuals over the age of two must wear masks, regardless of vaccination status, in all common areas and shared workspaces in buildings owned, leased, or otherwise controlled by the National Park Service, including, but not limited to, park visitor centers, restrooms, administrative offices, and gift shops. When the COVID-19 Community Level is HIGH in one or more, but not all, of the counties where the park is located based on data provided by the CDC, the superintendent will determine whether individuals are required to wear masks. The requirement, if any, will apply to all facilities within the park. Masks must cover the nose and mouth and fit snugly around the nose and chin with no large gaps around the sides of the face. Masks not designed to be protective, masks with ventilation valves, and face shields do not meet the requirement. Regardless of the COVID-19 Community Level, individuals may wear masks if they choose to do so. Where a state, local, tribal, or territorial government where the park is located imposes more protective mask-wearing requirements than those indicated by the COVID-19 Community Level, individuals must follow those more protective requirements within the park. More protective state, local, tribal, or territorial mask-wearing requirements are hereby adopted as federal requirements in all units of the National Park System located within that state, locality, area subject to a federally recognized Indian tribe’s regulatory jurisdiction, or territory, regardless of a particular park’s jurisdictional status. These conditions have been established to protect park resources, ensure visitor safety. and promote the peaceful enjoyment of the park which is located in a congested, heavily trafficked, urban setting. These restrictions and conditions have been established to allow park visitors to exercise their First Amendment rights while also protecting the safety of visitors and demonstrators and ensuring proper ingress and egress to the park. These restrictions and conditions are necessary to facilitate the safe and proper management of the park area due to space restrictions located in a congested, heavily trafficked urban setting.
Closures:
Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of General Grant National Memorial National Memorial is prohibited except as approved in writing by the superintendent.
Definition: The term “unmanned aircraft” means a device that is used or intended to be used for flight in the air without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the device, and the associated operational elements and components that are required for the pilot or system operator in command to operate or control the device (such as cameras, sensors, communication links.) This term includes all types of devices that meet this definition (e.g., model airplanes, quadcopters, drones) that are used for any purpose, including for recreation or commerce. There are no park roads, landscape, steps, landings and pedestrian walkways or parking areas open to E-Bikes use by the general public within Federal Hall National Memorial and E-Bikes use is therefore prohibited.
Definition: An E-Bike is a two- or three-wheeled cycle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts (1 h.p.) that provides propulsion assistance. Use of E-Bikes after taking into consideration public health and safety, natural and cultural resource protection, and other management activities and objectives.
This restriction is after taking into consideration public health and safety, natural and cultural resource protection, and other management activities and objectives.
Determination: These closures are in effect to protect the health and safety of park visitors, to protect the Parks cultural resources and values, and to respect the Park's surrounding environment. These closures are the minimum restrictions necessary to achieve such protection. II. 36 CFR §1.6 – ACTIVITIES THAT REQUIRE A PERMIT(f) The following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the superintendent is required:Activities requiring a permit are listed above under Public Use Limits and throughout this document under the specific 36 CFR Section that authorizes or requires the issuance of a permit. (b) Permit application Permit applications for Special Park Use permits are available at the park website: www.nps.gov/gegr. The Superintendent will act upon a permit request within 10 days of receiving a complete and fully executed application. Accordingly, permit applications must be received at least 10 days before the anticipated activity. Permit applications must be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of $50 except for First Amendments requests. (e) Permit terms and conditions Additional cost-recovery, use and monitoring fees may be charged in accordance with established policy and procedures. The following restrictions and/or conditions are in effect for the specific uses or activities noted:
III. GENERAL REGULATIONS(a)(5) Walking on, climbing, entering, ascending, descending, or traversing an archeological or cultural resource, monument, or statute is prohibited, except in the following areas and/or under the following conditions:
(a)(2)(i) Weapons, traps, or nets may only be carried, possessed or used at the following designated times and locations:
(a) Taking plants, fish, wildlife, rocks or minerals is prohibited except in accordance with other regulations of Chapter I of 36 CFR or pursuant to the terms and conditions of a specimen collection permit.
(a) Camping is allowed in the following designated sites or areas and is subject to the following established conditions:
(a)(2) Operating a power saw in developed areas is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.
(a)(4) Operating a public address system is prohibited, except in connection with a public gathering or special event for which a permit has been issued pursuant to §2.50 or §2.51. (a)(2) The use of government refuse receptacles or facilities for dumping household, commercial or industrial refuse, brought as such from private or municipal property is allowed under the following conditions:
(a)(1) Possessing pets in public buildings, public transportation vehicles, swimming beaches, and the following structures and/or areas is prohibited:
(a)(5) Pet excrement must be disposed of in accordance with the following conditions:
(a)(3) Delivering or retrieving a person or object by parachute, helicopter, or other airborne means is prohibited, except in emergencies involving public safety or serious property loss or pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.
(c)(1) The removal of a downed aircraft, components, or parts thereof is subject to procedures established by the Superintendent. Using roller skates, skateboards, roller skis, coasting vehicles, or similar devices is prohibited, except in the following designated areas:
(a) The following portions of the park, or all or portions of buildings, structures or facilities are closed to smoking as noted:
(a)(2) Leaving property unattended for longer than 24 hours is prohibited, except in the following locations or under the following conditions:
(b)(1) Property determined to be left unattended for any period of time may be impounded. All property must remain under the direct control of its owner at all times. (b)(2) Unattended property that interferes with visitor safety, orderly management of the park area, or presents a threat to park resources may be impounded by the superintendent at any time. Such property will be impounded for inspection. Inspection may be destructive. (a)(3)(i) The following public use areas, portions of public use areas, and/or public facilities within the park are closed to consumption of alcoholic beverages, and/or to the possession of a bottle, can or other receptacle containing an alcoholic beverage that is open, or has been opened, or whose seal has been broken or the contents of which have been partially removed:
Soliciting or demanding gifts, money, goods or services is prohibited except pursuant to the terms and conditions or a permit that has been issued under §2.50, §2.51, or §2.52.
(a) Using, possessing, storing, or transporting explosives, blasting agents or explosive materials is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.
(b) Fireworks and firecrackers may be possessed and/or used in the following areas, under the conditions noted: (a) Sports events, pageants, regattas, public spectator attractions, entertainments, ceremonies, and similar events are allowed, provided there is a meaningful association between the park area and the events, and the observance contributes to visitor understanding of the significance of the park area, and a permit therefor has been issued by the superintendent.
(b) Demonstrations of more than 25 people are allowed within park areas designated as available under paragraph (c)(2) when the superintendent has issued a permit for the activity.
(c)(2) The following locations are designated as available for demonstrations: See map below First Amendment Area Steps in front of mausoleum ("Tomb") on the west side as shown, in such a way that the entire east half of the steps are clear for visitor access and safety See photo here
(b) The sale or distribution of printed matter by more than 25 persons is allowed within park areas designated as available under §2.51(c)(2) (see above) when the superintendent has issued a permit. (a) Residing in park areas, other than on privately owned lands, is prohibited except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit lease or contract.
(a) The installation of a monument, memorial, tablet, structure, or other commemorative installation in a park area without the authorization of the Director is prohibited.
(b) The scattering of human ashes from cremation is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit, or in the following areas and according to the following conditions: NOTE. Under §2.62(b) the superintendent may require a permit to scatter ashes, and/or designate areas where a permit is no/ required. Authority is included lo restrict this activity as may be necessary. (a) The use of a bicycle is prohibited except on park roads, in parking areas, and on routes designated for bicycle use. Park roads and parking areas that are closed to bicycle use are listed in §1.5 of this document.
Commercial notices or advertisements shall not be displayed, posted, or distributed on federally owned or controlled lands within a park area unless prior written permission has been given by the Superintendent.
Engaging in or soliciting any business in park areas, except in accordance with the provisions of a permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States, except as such may be specifically authorized under special regulations applicable to a park area, is prohibited.
(a) Before any motion picture may be filmed or any television production or sound track may be made by any person other than bona fide newsreel or news television personnel, written permission must first be obtained from the Superintendent.
(b) Taking photographs of any vehicle or other articles of commerce or models for the purpose of commercial advertising without a written permit from the Superintendent is prohibited. Such activities are prohibited, except in accordance with the provisions of a valid permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States.
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Last updated: October 16, 2024