Keep Your Outdoor Dining Space Compliant for Guest Safety

3 Min Read By Bob Lester

As people begin venturing out to eat again after a year of lockdowns and restrictions, 75 percent say they are not comfortable with dining indoors. Restaurants and bars continue to creatively serve their customers in outdoor spaces amid concerns about the ongoing pandemic, and many are in the process of re-opening makeshift patios as weather warms.

Ensuring adherence to city and state regulations, keeping parking lots and sidewalks safe and obtaining the necessary city permits are keys to a successful outdoor dining season.

Auditing Your Outdoor Dining Space Before Permit RequestAfter cold winter weather, restaurants may need to refurbish outdoor dining spaces before reapplying for permits. Many cities are streamlining requirements to make the administrative process for establishing outdoor dining less cumbersome and more accessible. 

Before applying for a permit or renewal, it’s in your best interest to audit the parking lot for any new safety hazards. Walk through the parking…