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A sidewalk café permit needs four things, all filed with Public Works:
A site plan keeping at least 5 feet of sidewalk clear.Municipal CodeProof of $1M liability insurance naming the city.Reference DeskThe $150 annual fee, cut to $75 for the first year in September.Reference DeskMost permits are approved within 10 business days.
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Hi Ms. Alvarez,
Thanks for your request for the Sept 8 council minutes and the sidewalk café ordinance. Both are attached.
The fee change you asked about passed 5 to 2 and takes effect Nov 1. Let me know if you need anything else.
Best, Jordan Lee, City Clerk
Council minutes, Sept 8.docxOrdinance 2026-14.pdfReplies to residents
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