According to the Trading in Public Places Local Law 2008, Outdoor Eating area means an outdoor eating facility or establishment on any part of the a public place in which furniture is provided for the purpose of the supply of food or drink to the public or the consumption of food or drink by the public, but does not include such a facility or establishment on private land.
You can conduct an outdoor eating area on the footpath area in front of your premises providing it is operated in conjunction with an approved food business (such as a café or restaurant) and you may extend this outdoor eating area in front of the adjacent tenanted business, if you have obtained permission from the owner of the business. You may also extend the outdoor eating area in front of an adjacent vacant business, if you have obtained permission from the owner of the tenancy.
Before you start your application, there are a few requirements you need to be aware of, including:
If you meet the above requirements then you can continue with the online permit application.
If you are unsure, or know you cannot satisfy the above requirements or provide this information, please contact the City on 9273 6000 for more information.
*Please allow 15 minutes to complete this application. You will not be able to save and return to it later.
Additional information relevant to your application
Please provide us with a site plan clearly showing the location of your business if you intend to apply for a liquor license to serve alcohol in the outdoor eating area. The plan must match your development approval otherwise there may be delays in your application for a Section 40 Certificate. The approved outdoor eating area plan will be emailed to you following verification by the City.
The permit holder shall:
Outdoor Eating area specifications
I am aware of all of the requirements and obligations under the Trading in Public Places Local Law 2008 and agree to comply with these.
*By submitting this application you agree to comply with the terms and conditions contained within this permit.