Originally Posted by schlongfingers
In terms of free parties I don't think this really makes a difference, it'll be impossible to guarantee 500 so organisers may as well carry on as usual, hire documents for the equipment, sensible locations etc etc
What this does mean is that the idea of setting up legal parties in previously unused locations is very appealing, do it by the book, find a great building, negotiate with the owner, get the permit, hire or provide your own rig and have a laugh without risk of losing everything. This could be quite a healthy development, and a great alternative to facing the stark choise of either using an established venue with their security, their opening hours and their issues, or diy and running the risk of losing the rig and getting criminal records.