Parklet Milestones
8/03/22
Parklets Ordinance returns to Council, per
direction given at June 15 public meeting. (Fee
adoption and second reading anticipated in
September. )
9/30/22
Council wants Critical Flaws Fixed in Existing
Parklet Structures.
12/15/22
All Parklet (Current and Future) Compliant with
New Ordinance.
Parklet Direction Given by Council
1. Fixed overhead coverings allowed, i.e. roofs and sunshades. Movable umbrellas allowed and may have branding or business names printed on the umbrellas.
2. No gas outdoor heaters. Electric heaters are allowed with proper safety measures for cords and fire danger.
3. Electric lighting and reflective tape along the outside edge of the structure is required.
4. Merchandise allowed to be sold on parklets.
5. No signage on the outside of the outdoor dining structure.
6. Annually, Town will charge permit fees and rental/license fees for use of the Town’s space (rental fee discounted or waived for public parklets), and an annual inspection may be required. Permits can be approved ministerially and do not require further approval by Planning Commission nor Town Council.
7. Do not allow new parklet structures until after December 15, 2022 extension has expired and new ordinance and zoning regulations are in place.
8. Parklets only allowed along the length or width of the business, not in front of another business, unless both share the space via written agreement Parklet Direction Given Thus Far by
Council (cont.)
9. Minimum four feet of unobstructed sidewalk adjacent to the outdoor dining
10. Maximum of two parallel spaces or four diagonal spaces can be used for outdoor dining per business
11. Outdoor dining structures must be constructed to safeguard public safety, including:
a. Sightlines for corners and driveways
b. Set back one foot from lane of travel
c. Set back needed for adjacent parking
d. Do not obstruct fire hydrants nor storm drainage, and provide easy access to in-street utilities
e. Outdoor dining only allowed in commercial zones with speed limit 25 miles per hour or less
f. Meet ADA requirements (platform flush with sidewalk, etc.)