(a) There shall be a minimum of forty-two (42) inches, exclusive of the area occupied by proposed outdoor seating, designed to allow adequate pedestrian movement. Outdoor seating shall only be permitted only when it is determined that the proposed seating areas will not create a hazard, a sight distance obstruction for motor vehicle operators, nor unduly impede pedestrian traffic. The City Manager shall determine when a hazardous condition exists.
(b) Outdoor seating may only be located adjacent to the establishment with which it is associated and may not extend past the associated property frontage. Outdoor seating areas must remain clear of litter, food scraps and soiled dishes at all times.
(c) Employees of the associated business shall continuously supervise outdoor dining areas.
(d) Parklets shall not extend past the frontage of the associated business and shall not be more than 6' wide x 14' long as shown in Figure 1 below.
Figure 1:
DESIGN AND PLACEMENT GUIDELINES
(e) Parklets must utilize three inches (3") curb stops on either end to prevent vehicular encroachment for adjacent parking spaces.
(f) Parklets must utilize removable decking that makes the seating area level with the adjacent curb.
(g) Parklet platforms must be constructed so as not to impede drainage as shown in Figure 2 below.
Figure 2
PARKLET DRAINAGE
(h) Parklet boundaries must be delineated with barriers such as planters or a railing to physically separate patrons from pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
(i) Furnishings for outdoor seating shall consist solely of readily removable railings, posts, tables, chairs, planters, table umbrellas and associated anchors. Furnishings may only be attached or secured in a manner approved by the City Manager.
(j) No structure or enclosure to accommodate the storage of accumulated garbage may be erected or placed adjacent to or near the outdoor seating area. Each establishment shall be responsible for providing appropriate containers for disposing of garbage or waste and employees shall not use City trash containers for disposing of garbage or waste.
(k) An outdoor seating area shall not interfere with any public service facility, such as a mailbox, fire hydrant, designated pedestrian crossing or bench located on a sidewalk or public property.
(l) Operation of an outdoor seating area shall not adversely impact adjacent or nearby residential, religious, educational, or commercial properties and shall be in accordance with all applicable codes and regulations.
(m) Tables, chairs, table umbrellas, railings, planters, and any other objects provided with the sidewalk cafe or outdoor seating shall be of quality design, materials, and workmanship both to ensure the safety and convenience of users and to enhance the visual and aesthetic quality of the area. Such equipment shall be routinely cleaned, painted, or replaced and may be inspected by the City Manager. (Ord. 419 § 1, 2020)