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(G)
Space andClearance: Sidewalkdining is permitted onlyon sidewalkswith aminimumwidthof ten (10)
feet from the property line to the curb face; the area designated for sidewalkdining shall be considered an
extensionof the establishment; therefore the locationof the sidewalkdining areamust be immediately
adjacent to and have direct access to the establishment. In the interest of public safety, sidewalkdining
areasmustmaintain a clear pedestrianpathof at least three (3) feet at all times. This clear pedestrian path
must be free of anyobstruction to allowpedestrianpassage. Sidewalkdining shall not interferewith any
utilities or signs located on the sidewalk and in the public right-of-way. Sidewalkdining shall not interfere
with snow removal within the clear pedestrianpath; snow removal within the sidewalkdining area shall
be the responsibilityof the applicant. Sidewalkdining areasmaynot impinge on required clear distances
formaneuvering around entrances or exits. The sidewalkdining areamust be accessible to disabled
patrons and employees.When a sidewalkdining area is located at a street corner, vision clearance
requirements shall be in accordancewith cityordinances; and in all events, the visionof pedestrians and
of operators ofmotor vehicles shall not be obstructed. These regulations shall also apply if a sidewalk
dining area is adjacent to an alleyor driveway.
(H)
Furniture andOther Elements: Tables, chairs, umbrellas, awning, and anyother elements associatedwith a
sidewalkdining areamust be of qualitydesign, workmanship, andmaterials to ensure the safety and
convenience of patrons aswell as to enhance the visual and aesthetic character of the streetscape and
adjacent neighborhood. All sidewalkdining area elementswill be reviewed as part of the sidewalkdining
permit process. Sidewalkdining area chairs and tablesmust be placedonly inside the area designated for
sidewalkdining. Table size should be kept to aminimum to avoid crowding. Appropriateddensityof
tables and chairswill be reviewed; and same shall be subject to reasonable and appropriate conditions and
restrictions. Permanent structures are not permittedwithin sidewalkdining areas. Elements cannot be
attached permanently to sidewalks or other public rights-of-way. The applicant is responsible for the
restorationof the sidewalkor other public property if anydamage is caused by applicant’s use of the
sidewalk for sidewalkdining. Temporaryphysical barricades to separate sidewalkdining areas from
pedestrian traffic are allowed if they are constructed of finished qualitymaterials, includingwrought iron
chains, rope stanchions, picket fencing, planters, etc. Physical barriers clearlydesignating the sidewalk
dining area (i.e. licensed premises) is required if liquor is consumed at a sidewalkdining area. No signs
shall be placed onbarricades.
(I)
OverheadStructures: Umbrellas and other temporaryoverhead structures are subject to approval during
the sidewalkdining area permit process. No portionof anyumbrella shall be less than seven (7) feet above
the sidewalk. Umbrellas and overhead structures cannot interferewith street trees, must beweather
resistant, and designed to be secure duringwindy conditions. Awnings, either permanent or temporary, are
subject to approval during the sidewalkdining area permit process. Awnings shall have no support posts
locatedwithin the public right-of-way, and no portionof an awning shall be less than eight (8) feet above
the sidewalk.
(J)
Lighting: Lighting for sidewalkdining area is subject to approval during the dining area permit process.
Lightingmust complement the existingbuilding and sidewalkdining area design and shall not cause a
glare to passingpedestrians or vehicles. Electrical wires are not permittedwithin the sidewalkdining area.
Acceptable tabletop lighting includes candles and low-wattage batteryoperated fixtures. Additional
lightingmaybe attached to the adjacent structure provided that written approval from the liquor control
commissioner, or his /her designee and all applicableCity requirements aremet.
(K)
OutdoorHeaters, Fans, andCoolers:Outdoor heaters, fans, and coolers for sidewalkdining areas are
subject to approval during the sidewalkdining area permit process.
(L)
VendingMachines, Carts: Vendingmachines, carts, or other objects for sale are prohibited.
(M) Service andUse: All services provided to sidewalkdining area patrons as well as all patron activity
(waiting, sitting, dining, etc.)must occur onlywithin the designated sidewalkdining area and not encroach
onpedestrian traffic area (i.e. the clear pedestrianpath) at any time. Equipment necessary for dispensing
