Outdoor Patios and Sidewalk Cafes
For a restaurant or bar to develop outdoor seating, various approvals are required to take into consideration any impact to the surrounding area and to ensure the safety and enjoyment of customers.
Outdoor Patio Types |
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Approval Process |
Make a plan |
A pre-application meeting with a Planning Officer can confirm property lines and the footprint of the proposed patio in relation to your parcel and the City sidewalk. They can advise what information besides a site plan will be required with the application. |
Do your homework |
Before submitting your application, it is recommended that you:
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Submit application |
A building permit is required when your plans involve a platform, railing, or other construct. These checklists may be helpful in your Sidewalk Café / Patio application process: |
Approval process
A Planning Officer will initially review the drawings and circulate the drawings to Safety Codes Services and the Fire Department. If on a City sidewalk or boulevard, the application will be forwarded to Municipal Works for review under the Public Roads Bylaw who may contact you for additional information, if required.