§ 175-93. Outdoor furnishings in Downtown Districts.

[Added 11-28-2011 by Ord. No. 23-2011]  18

   A.   Umbrella requirements.

      (1)   Umbrellas for the purpose of shielding patrons from weather and such elements shall be affixed to outdoor tables and weighted base in a manner which prevents the umbrellas and/or tables and/or chairs from tipping. Head clearance of 80 inches is required over any portion of a pedestrian right of way or aisle way for sidewalk café or building entrances or egresses. Signage is permitted on removable umbrellas. Signage applied to an umbrella by the umbrella manufacturer or a retail vendor, such as the business name, an associated corporate name, or a product name are exempt from a sign permit. The total signage on an awning or umbrella shall not exceed 20% of the area of the umbrella.

   B.   Material of tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

      (1)   Tables and chairs shall be of wood or metal and shall be treated with a weather resistant finish. Picnic-style tables are prohibited.

      (2)   Umbrella fabric shall be of a material suitable for outdoor use, and must be cloth or canvas-type. No plastic fabrics, plastic/vinyl-laminated fabrics, or any type of rigid materials are permitted for use as umbrellas within an outdoor seating area.

   C.   Removal of outdoor furniture during inclement weather.

      (1)   Outdoor café furniture shall be secured to ensure that they can withstand the effects of normal wind load. In the event of heavy or gust winds, appropriate measures must be taken to secure any object subject to such conditions. In the event of below freezing temperatures, ice, or snow, sidewalks must be cleared of outdoor café dining furniture.

   D.   The elements set forth in § 175-93 shall provide for a clear pedestrian way in accordance with current ADA standards.

 

Notes

18	18.   Editor's Note: Former § 175-93, Cluster development, as amended 4-10-1989 by Ord. No. 7-1989, was repealed 3-25-2002 by Ord. No. 12-2002.