The Director of Building Development and Planning shall review the application for its compliance with the following criteria:
(a) The operation of a public sidewalk Café is limited to structures which are sited within ten feet of a public sidewalk, and which are located in the Downtown Business Districts.
(b) The operation of a public sidewalk Cafe shall be located such that there is at least thirty-six (36) inches clear and unobstructed passageway between any tables, merchandise, materials sign, or equipment and street trees, bike racks, lamp posts, sign posts, and any other fixtures or obstructions. Building entrances or exits shall not be obstructed. The Director of Building Development and Planning may require more than five feet if necessary to protect the public safety.
(c) The public sidewalk Café may only be located in the sidewalk area adjacent to a permitted use, but may extend in front of adjacent businesses with the written consent of both the property owner and the business owner, subject to review and approval of the Director of Building Development and Planning.
(d) The public sidewalk Cafe tables, merchandise, materials, sign, or equipment shall be located five feet from driveways and alleys, and ten feet from intersections.
(e) The location of the sidewalk signs shall be as approved by the Director of Building Development and Planning. Sidewalk signs shall normally be approved for placement either one foot from the building or one foot from the curb to promote the safe progress of sidewalk traffic.
(f) The Director of Building Development and Planning shall forward all applications for review by the Director of Public Service and Safety and Police Chief.
(Ord. 13-2016. Passed 8-18-16; Ord. 24-2019. Passed 12-17-19.)