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Hornsby Shire Council |
Attachment to Report
No. ST1/09 Page 0 |
Outdoor Dining Code
(February 2009)
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Hornsby Shire Council |
Attachment to Report
No. ST1/09 Page 0 |
Outdoor Dining Code
(February 2009)
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Hornsby Shire Council |
Attachment to Report
No. ST1/09 Page 1 |
1. INTRODUCTION
2. DEFINITIONS
3. PURPOSE
4. OBJECTIVES
5. LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS
6. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
a) Precincts
b) Maintaining Footpath Widths
c) Access
d) Existing streetscape elements
e) Circulation, safety, health and convenience
f) Suitable locations
7. FURNITURE REQUIREMENTS
a) Perimeter Barricades (excluding Bollards)
b) Bollards
c) Signage/Advertising. 7
d) Lighting
e) Public Assets
f) Public Health & Safety
g) Smoking
h) Heating
i) Umbrellas
j) Furniture Style
8. APPLICATIONS AND APPROVALS
a) Applications
b) Application requirements
c) Notification and approval
d) Conditions
e) Approval fee
f) Renewal of Approval
9. APPENDIX A – Precinct specific requirements
This code aims to permit
the establishment of business opportunities and to create a more vibrant and
cosmopolitan atmosphere in the commercial centres of Hornsby Shire.
This code establishes
Council's statements and principles when dealing with applications for use of
the public footpath for outdoor dining. The code applies to a range of
businesses including cafes, restaurants and sandwich shops which meet the
definition of “restaurant” under the Roads Act, 1993.
The code will allow the
approval of business use of footpath areas for dining purposes; which may
include tables, chairs, shade structures, and planter boxes adjacent to
businesses where there is adequate footpath width for pedestrian circulation.
Provisions for other uses such as street stalls, newspaper stands, A-frames,
etc. are not subject to this code.
Approved Operator:
The proprietor of a restaurant/take
away/cafe who has been granted an approval by Hornsby Shire Council to operate
an outdoor dining area.
Footway:
That part of a road as is set aside or
formed as a path or way for pedestrian traffic.
Furniture:
Any movable or fixed manufactured item to
be used in association with the outdoor dining area.
Outdoor dining area:
A restaurant the subject of an approval
under Section 125 of the Roads Act 1993.
Restaurant, Café, Food outlet:
Premises in which food is regularly
supplied on sale to the public for consumption on the premises.
The purpose of this code
is to enable business use of the footpath in areas adjacent to business
premises for the purposes of eating food and to ensure a pleasant and safe
environment for shoppers and patrons without compromising the safety or amenity
of the public domain or pedestrians using the public footpath or adjoining
public spaces.
The objectives of this code
are as follows:
· To
promote a high quality visual environment.
· To
support local economic development and commercial vitality.
· To
ensure outdoor dining contributes to the improvement (ie. function and safety)
of the streetscape.
· To
ensure that pedestrians and other forms of traffic are not unduly obstructed by
outdoor dining.
· To
ensure that outdoor dining contributes to the amenity of adjoining or nearby properties.
· To
ensure outdoor dining is compatible with other community uses of public space.
· To
ensure that Council clearly communicates its desires and responsibilities for outdoor
dining across the LGA and that the controls are easily understood and regulated.
The Roads Act 1993 and
the Local Government Act 1993 generally require that a person shall not carry
out any activity on a public road or place without the approval of Council.
Sections 125, 126 and
127 and in some cases Sections 137-139 of the Roads Act 1993 allow Council to
approve the use of a footpath for restaurant purposes, as long as using the
footpath for this purpose is not taken to constitute a public nuisance and does
not give rise to an offence against the Roads Act or any other relevant legislation.
Section 68 of the Local
Government Act 1993 allows Council to approve the placing of articles on or to
overhang the footpath. Sections 137-139 of the Roads Act, 1993 address
legislative requirements for Street Vending activities.
Other relevant
legislation includes the Food Act 2003 and Food Standards Code.
This code applies to
footpaths and roadways, public plazas and public squares excluding the Hornsby
Mall, under the ownership or management of Council, which would ordinarily be
used by the public for pedestrian movements or recreation across Hornsby Local
Government Area. This code also applies to any privately owned and managed
spaces to guide and achieve consistency between the public and private domain.
It applies to all
outdoor seating areas where food and beverages are served and the approval
process requires an application for permit to occupy. Please note that some
conditions differentiate between the Hornsby Mall and the rest of the Hornsby
Local Government Area, as the Hornsby Mall is excluded from this code.
For the purpose
of this code, the Hornsby Shire has been segmented into various precincts for
the assessment of business use of the footpath. This segmentation reflects
local conditions, opportunities and constraints.
The precincts are
described with specific requirements in Appendix A.
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To ensure that
access and equity objectives are met, there will be a minimum width for
pedestrian circulation as detailed in the precinct guidelines (Appendix A).
This will be at least 2 metres continuously maintained for the clear passage of
footpath users. Council may on merit of the situation consider variation to
this standard where the applicant can show that the proposal is consistent with
the surrounding environment, adequate pedestrian circulation is maintained or
that agreement has been obtained from the Hornsby Council Access Committee.
Where the remaining width for pedestrians is less than 2 metres, suitable
handrails or appropriate barricades shall be installed along the kerbside as
per Council’s requirements to improve safety for all.
Minimum public
access along the footpath shall be 2 metres and this must be left in a clear
and consistent lane along the kerb line or building line as determined by
Council. If outdoor dining is to be
located adjacent to the kerb, then a clear space of 600 millimetres is to be
maintained behind the kerb to allow for parked vehicles to open kerb side
doors.
Business use of
footpath areas is permitted, with the approval of Council, on footpaths
immediately adjacent to the shop front in locations that do not cause an
impediment to other footpath users. For corner shops or those that have more
than one street frontage, Council may consider having separate permits for each
part of the footpath, together with different permissible operating hours to
address the extent of use and minimise impact on the surrounding environment
and local amenities.
Business use of
footpath areas or use of shade structures may be prohibited or restricted, in
locations where they obstruct the clear view line of pedestrians or motorists.
Clear view lines allow pedestrians to view on-coming traffic and motorists to
observe pedestrian movements.
Extension of an
outdoor dining area where permitted by Council must be directly linked to the
current outdoor dining permitted area, except where the alignment of parking
spaces prevents this. Extension of outdoor dining beyond the principle premises
is dependant on permission being granted from the operator and the property
owner of the adjacent business. Should that permission be withdrawn, or the adjacent
business change operation, approval will be withdrawn, and outdoor dining must
be removed immediately. All structures must be removed at the cost of the permit
holder.
Where Council is
the adjoining landlord (eg. a laneway); only half the space will be permitted
to be used by the neighbouring restaurant. This will be required unless the
landowner on the opposite side of the laneway consents to the use of the entire
footpath area. Where an extension of the outdoor dining area has been granted,
the permit holder must take responsibility for any liability issues that are
associated with the outdoor dining area.
Whenever
possible, an outdoor dining area should visually relate to and be physically
aligned with, existing features and permanent elements of the streetscape and
landscape such as trees, landscaping features, lighting, bollards, etc.
In suitable
locations a free space of not less than 2 metres in width is to be maintained
between the adjoining restaurant and the approved outdoor dining area to ensure
safe circulation of pedestrians and those users of mobility aids such as
walkers and scooters.
It is essential
that outdoor dining areas are kept clean and tidy; that care is taken to ensure
that food is handled and presented in a hygienic manner; and that appropriate
public risk insurance is in place, which indemnifies Council’s interests. As
with any restaurant or eating facility, the approved outdoor footway area is
subject to the Food Act 2003 and Food Standards Code. In particular an approved
operator will be required to actively discourage patrons from feeding birds
within the outdoor dining area. This may be achieved by the inclusion of the
words “Do not Feed Birds” on menus or other similar material.
When the outdoor
dining area is not in use by the approved operator, all moveable furnishings
are to be removed and the approved area shall be made available to the public
for normal pedestrian use.
In accordance
with Section 125 of the Roads Act 1993 outdoor dining areas for commercial use
may be approved where conditions are favourable for their operation. Applicants
will be required to take public safety, pedestrian and other relevant needs
into consideration to ensure that no unreasonable pedestrian hazards will be
created in using any part of the footway as an outdoor dining area.
Outdoor dining areas
must not adversely impact on:
• Designated Fire
Exits and Fire Hydrants.
• Emergency
Access Areas/routes.
• Public Utility
Infrastructure.
• Pedestrian
thoroughfares.
• Pedestrian /vehicular movements.
The following
issues also need to be considered when determining the location of an outdoor
dining area:
•
Ground Surface is suitably constructed and sufficiently level with a gradient
of less than 1 in 15.
• The outdoor
dining area is located directly in front of a restaurant.
• The outdoor
dining area does not obstruct access to public utilities.
• The outdoor
dining area will not cause any obstruction to signage located within the Mall.
• Power and light poles, Street Litter Bins, Post Office Boxes, and
Fixed Signage are specifically excluded from any outdoor dining area.
• Outdoor dinning
areas must be easily accessible from the public footway and must present an
open and inviting image to entice participation. Planter boxes may be used to
physically define the perimeters of the outdoor dining area. Enclosures should
be kept to a minimum. Barricades, safety rails, bollards, etc. may be permitted
where required for safety reasons. All traffic safety barriers must be provided
in accordance with Australian Standard 3845.
• The use of
framed fabric or any other style of low-height barriers, including planter
boxes within the public domain must be carefully designed and selected to
ensure minimal impact on the use, enjoyment and safety of pedestrians and
patrons. Barriers may be considered between adjoining café areas to have clear
demarcation between business activities. Barriers must be removed from the
footpath when the business is not open. Barrier screens must not be used as an
opportunity for advertising. Products, specials or sales may not be displayed
on the screens. Pedestrians should not be forced onto the road carriageway by
outdoor dining activities or other non-permanent items/structures on the
footpath.
• Planter boxes
may be considered in open areas, such as plazas or footpath widening sections
which are separated from the main pedestrian desire lines. The planter boxes
must be well-maintained by the permit holder. Council reserves the right to
order the removal of planter boxes that are not properly maintained including
the consistent provision of approved high-quality flowers or vegetation.
Permanent planter boxes will only be considered on footpath areas where the
footpath has been widened for specific business use.
• When the
business use is approved on the building line, suitable solid high contrast
barriers should be installed on either side of the area being used for a
business purpose. The height of any solid barrier should be between 900
millimetres and 1.2 metres in height. Solid barriers may be in the form of
planter boxes containing vegetation to a total height between 900 millimetres
and 1.2 metres.
• Any proposed transparent solid barrier (such as Perspex) should comply
with AS 1421.1 Access and Mobility and should be clearly marked for the full
width with a contrasting line.
• Barricades,
safety rails, bollards, etc. may be permitted where required for safety
reasons. All traffic safety barriers must be provided in accordance with
Australian Standard 3845.
• Bollards are to be placed
between planters parallel to the kerb, 600 millimetres behind the kerb. Bollards and concrete footings are to be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations.
The following
controls apply to all advertising/signage to be displayed on the footpath.
• Signage is
permitted only on umbrellas.
• Only one sign
is permitted per umbrella.
• Signage on umbrellas must relate to the business to
which they serve. The signage may include the business name, an associated
corporate name (logo) or product. For example, a café may have an umbrella sign
which advertises their business name OR a coffee manufacturer OR the particular
type of coffee sold at the premises.
• Signage on each
umbrella must be consistent with all other umbrellas on the permitted area.
• No other signage will be permitted on any other structure on the
footpath. This includes signage on furniture, barricades or A-frame signs.
Any proposed
lighting must be included in the application for approval by Council and be in
accordance with the relevant Australian Standards and Council's Development
Control Plan – Signs and Advertising Structures.
The
removal/relocation of any Council assets, such as rubbish bins, existing street
furniture and planter boxes, shall be subject to Council approval and will be
at the applicant’s cost.
The
removal/relocation of any public utilities/infrastructures, such as the RTA's
traffic control boxes, Sydney Water's drainage /sewerage pits, Telstra's
telephone boxes, shall not be permitted unless justification on public benefit
can be made to Council and approvals have been obtained from the relevant
authorities. Works will be carried out at the applicant’s cost.
Access required
by public utilities will require restoration to pre-work standards and be at no
cost to Council.
Each applicant
is responsible for the cleanliness and tidiness of the area in front of the
premises and the immediate surrounds used for outdoor dining. Tables must be
cleaned of food scraps immediately after customers leave so as not to attract
birds or vermin. All debris must be swept up and disposed of appropriately.
All spills must
be attended to immediately.
The applicant
is responsible for maintaining and storing all furniture items and this is to
ensure that the furniture is kept neat, tidy and clean when in use. After close
of business, all furniture must be removed from the footpath area and the area
should be swept and stains removed.
Note: Debris must not be swept into the gutter. This
action constitutes a pollution offence for which penalties may be incurred.
Where waste
receptacles are provided on the footpath for the collection of disposable
eating utensils it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the
receptacles are covered so as not to attract birds or vermin, are cleaned to
ensure no odours are produced, and are removed after close of business. All
waste from the receptacles must be disposed of by the applicant in the approved
waste collection facility associated with the premises.
Note: Waste from receptacles must not be disposed of by
the applicant in Council provided street litter bins.
Smoking is NOT
permitted in any area which is covered or substantially enclosed as defined in
the Smoke-free Environment Act 2000. The designated smoking area associated
with footpath dining must have at least 3 sides open; this includes areas which
have plastic drop down sides.
Any heating
proposed for use in conjunction with an outdoor dining area must be to
Council’s satisfaction, to ensure the safety and amenity of patrons and the
general public and be incorporated in the details provided with the outdoor dining
permit application.
Free standing
heaters located within outdoor dining areas must comply with Australian
Standard AS 1596 (storage and handling) and AS 4565 Patio Heaters and must be
certified by the Australian Gas Association. When not in use the free standing
heaters are to be removed from the approved outdoor dining area.
Heating devices
must be contained wholly within the outdoor dining area and are to be
positioned and secured to ensure that they will not cause any injury to patrons
or pedestrians. All heating devices shall possess automatic turn off devices in
the event of overturning.
Direct access to
the gas mains and use of electrical extension cords are not permitted. All
costs associated with the provision of outdoor heating shall be borne by the
applicant.
Umbrellas are
appropriate for providing shade and shelter in exposed locations. The main
factor to be considered in respect of the installation of umbrellas within an outdoor
dining area is that they must have mechanisms to ensure that they are at all
times securely fixed to withstand wind. While the installation of permanent
umbrellas is desirous, Council will give consideration to the installation of
temporary umbrellas in areas where permanent umbrellas are not practical. All
umbrellas shall not extend beyond the approved outdoor dining area.
Temporary
umbrellas must be a combination of powder coated or polished aluminium, brushed
or stainless steel, stained or painted timber, canvas or plastic. Temporary
umbrellas must be removed or closed in extremely windy conditions. The
underside of the umbrellas must be a minimum of 2 metres above the ground.
Tables and chairs
must be powder coated or polished aluminium, brushed or polished stainless
steel, stained or painted timber, or a combination of these materials Note:
Plastic resin or other lightweight material will not be permitted. The use of
mismatched tables and chairs will not be permitted. The tables and chairs must
be of the same “family group” to ensure visual unity and enhancement of the
surrounds.
Outdoor furniture
should make a positive contribution to the street environment. A furniture
style that is practical and elegant and integrates well with the surrounding streetscape
is encouraged. The furniture must fold or stack for storage, and be readily
removed and stored within the associated indoor premises. All furniture items
will be subject to Council’s approval. Favourable consideration may also be
given to well designed, creative, and individual alternatives. Furniture colour
schemes must form part of any application. Furniture for outdoor dining is
required to meet the following criteria:
Structure
The furniture
should be strong, durable, waterproof and weather resistant, designed for
commercial outdoor use. The design must not contain parts that are likely to cause
damage to the pavement. Public safety and comfort must be considered. Sharp
edges, and hinges or other moving parts must not present a potential hazard to
patrons or pedestrians.
Materials and colours
Tables, chairs,
and umbrellas may be powder coated or polished aluminium, brushed or stainless
steel, natural or painted timber or canvas. Suitable colours are natural,
camel, terra cotta,
The following are
standard conditions that are applied to approvals for all outdoor dining use of
the footpath. Additional requirements
for each precinct will be in accordance with section 6a.
1. This
approval is for the use of the footpath adjacent to xxxxxxxxxxxxxx for the term
of twelve (12) months. The standard requirements, terms and conditions
contained in the permit are to be the conditions of the approval. The term of
approval may be extended yearly at Council’s discretion.
2. This
approval is subject to the applicant and its guarantors if the applicant is a
company, entering into an agreement attached to this approval which when
executed by the applicant, any guarantors and Council will constitute a permit
to occupy and use the approved footpath area.
3. The
permit holder must pay to the Council on or before the Commencement Date a Bond
by a bank cheque or bank guarantee. The Council may use the Bond to make good
the cost of remedying any breach of this permit by the permit holder. The permit
holder must replace any amount used by the Council within 14 days of demand.
4. The
requirements, terms and conditions contained in the permit are conditions of
this approval including the provision of paying permit fees by one full payment
of cash or cheque upfront or paying the permit fee quarterly by direct debit. A
failed direct debit may incur an administration fee in accordance with
Council’s Schedule of Fees and Charges
5. Tables and chairs are not to be placed outside
the approved area under any circumstances.
6. The
outdoor furniture shall not pose any potential safety hazard, especially with
sharp edges or moving parts, to passers-by, patrons, or employees. The
furniture shall be firmly secured to avoid risk of moving and falling over in
windy conditions or other circumstances. The furniture shall be removed in high
wind conditions.
7. The outdoor furniture shall be stackable,
foldable or easily dismantled so that it can be removed and stored away.
8. Appropriate footpath service shall be provided
which includes as a minimum the removal of any dirty plates, cups, cutlery,
footpath staining, and rubbish on a regular basis during each operating day. As
such the area and its surrounds shall be maintained in a clean, tidy and
hygienic state.
9. Paper,
foam or plastic plates, cups and cutlery shall not be used for footpath outdoor
eating areas. The selling of any alcoholic or intoxicating liquor is only
permitted in the public/footpath area if the appropriate licence from the State
Liquor Licensing Authority has been obtained and the area has not been
designated an alcohol free zone.
10. No business or financial transactions shall be
carried out on the footpath. Such activities shall be carried out wholly within
the confines of the premises. This does not include the giving and taking of
bills, and associated tips and change.
11. No part of the footpath shall be used as a
permanent storage place for any item/s.
12. Where possible, the applicant must provide
access in accordance with AS 1428 for people with disabilities to 20 percent of
furniture used for outdoor seating.
13. No advertising signs (including menu boards)
are permitted on the footpath area without Council’s consent.
14. Any aluminium furniture shall have a powder
coated or polished finish.
15. Food – Only pre-packaged food stored 700 millimetres
above the footpath which is NOT potentially hazardous as defined by the Food
Standards Code may be placed on the footpath area.
16. Noise - Amplified music is permitted in
business use of footpath areas, providing it is recorded music and played at
not more than 5dba above background noise level and properly licensed. Any
amplified music or noise generated from the use of the footpath area is to
comply with the Protection of the Environment Operations Act – Noise provisions
and be approved by Council.
17. Smoking is NOT permitted in any area which is
covered or substantially enclosed as defined in the Smoke-free Environment Act
2000. The designated smoking area associated with footpath dining must have at
least 3 sides open; this includes areas which have plastic drop down sides.
18. Access for service authorities may be required
from time to time. No rebate of Council’s fees shall apply unless the area is
disrupted for more than 2 weeks in a year.
Proprietors
operating an outdoor dining area are required to obtain the necessary permits
from Council. In most cases an applicant will be required to obtain consent and
a Form of Approval granted in accordance with Section 125 of the Roads Act
1993.
Applicants will
be required to complete an “Outdoor Dining Application Form” and submit the
completed application form together with the relevant plans to:
The General
Manager
Hornsby Shire
Council
HORNSBY NSW 1630
Enquiries
regarding the operation of this Code may be directed to the Manager, Commercial
Property, during business hours on telephone 9847 6589.
All costs
associated with completing and lodging the necessary applications are to be met
by the applicant.
Any outdoor
dining area intending to serve alcohol requires a separate licence under the
Liquor Administration Board, Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing telephone 9995
0750.
Applicants need
to provide the following with their completed application form:
• Photographs of
all of the proposed furniture.
• A clear scaled
plan of the area proposed for use as an outdoor dining area including defined
boundaries and existing infrastructure such as trees and surrounds, power &
light poles, rubbish bins etc.
• A clear scaled
plan of the proposed layout and orientation of the tables and chairs.
• Details of any
other furniture elements proposed for inclusion in the outdoor dining area (eg.
lighting, heating, umbrellas, planter boxes etc)
• Fees if applicable, in accordance with Council’s Schedule of Fees and
Charges.
Council will
notify the outcome of the application for approval to operate. Where
appropriate, the application may be referred to the Traffic Committee for
comment on the possible impact of the proposed operation on emergency vehicle
access and other authorised traffic movement. The term of an approval will be
limited to twelve (12) months.
The applicant
must comply with the conditions set out in the permit and the consent.
There is an
approval fee for the use of an outdoor dining area, charged per square metre
per annum, based on market valuation in accordance with Council’s Schedule of
Fees and Charges. A property damage bond equivalent to two months fee is to be
lodged by an approved operator with Council.
The permit may be
considered for renewal following a review of the local environmental factors
and may be cancelled or amended if deemed necessary, specifically:
• if the approved operator fails to comply
with the conditions contained within the permit; or
• to account for
any altered local environmental conditions.
Precinct 1 Hornsby
Eastside (excluding Hornsby Mall)
Precinct 2 Hornsby
Westside (
Street, Dural Street)
Precinct
Precinct 4 Hannah
Street Beecroft
Precinct
Precinct 1 – Hornsby Eastside
(excluding Hornsby Mall)
Assessment Principle
The layout and orientation of furniture
should be chosen according to the extent and shape of the available space. It
shall provide enough space and practicability to ensure patron comfort and
deter patrons from moving furniture outside the approved outdoor footway
restaurant area. The importance of this issue is stressed to provide permanent
unobstructed access for all people, including wheelchair users, visually
impaired, electric powered scooters, prams etc. Approved operators are advised
that they should make themselves aware of their obligations under the
Disability Discrimination Act 1992.
Applicants will be required to submit with
their application a scaled plan showing the layout and orientation of all
furniture proposed to be used in association with the outdoor footway
restaurant area.
Enclosures and weather protection
Outdoor footway restaurant areas should
enrich the pedestrian experience and public life. It is therefore important
that they present an open, inviting image and are easily accessible. Enclosures
should be kept to a minimum and permanent barricade fencing with planters is
not permitted.
Planter Boxes / Boundary Structures
Planter
boxes may be used to physically define the perimeters of an outdoor footway
restaurant area to prevent pedestrian conflict and ensure the patron’s safety.
Planter boxes should not exceed a total length of 1.8 metres and the total
height, including the plants, should not be more than 1.2 metres. The planter
boxes are to be maintained in good condition by the outdoor operator and no
advertising is to be placed on the planter boxes. All plants located within the
planter boxes are to be healthy and well watered by the approved operator. The
approved operator will ensure that unhealthy or dead plants are removed and
replaced as necessary.
The style, design and colour of all
planter boxes proposed to be installed by an approved operator shall be subject
to the approval of Council.
Council will give consideration to the
installation of contemporary removable boundary structures or safety railing.
Such elements shall be constructed of powder coated or polished aluminium,
brushed or polished stainless steel framing and contain suitable clear panel
inserts.
Umbrellas
Umbrellas are appropriate for providing
shade and shelter in exposed locations. The main factor to be considered in
respect of the installation of umbrellas within a footway restaurant area is
that they must have mechanisms to ensure that they are at all times securely
fixed to withstand wind. While the installation of permanent umbrellas is
desirous, Council will give consideration to the installation of temporary
umbrellas in areas where permanent umbrellas are not practical. All umbrellas
shall not extend beyond the approved outdoor footway restaurant area.
Umbrellas- Permanent
The dimensions of permanent umbrellas
shall be no greater than 4 metres x 4 metres square and be of a similar style
to the existing permanent umbrellas installed within the Hornsby Mall. The
underside of the umbrella must be a minimum 2 metres above ground level on all
sides. Permanent umbrellas may be joined together where the outdoor footway
dining area is sufficient. Umbrellas shall consist of a white coloured membrane
fabric with powder coated aluminium frames. Drop down sides will be considered
however they must be made of a clear plastic material and maintained in sound
and aesthetically acceptable condition to Council’s satisfaction. Approved drop
down sides must only be used during periods of inclement weather.
Umbrellas-Temporary
Temporary umbrellas must be a combination
of powder coated or polished aluminium, brushed or stainless steel, stained or
painted timber, canvas or plastic. Temporary umbrellas must be removed or
closed in extremely windy conditions. The underside of the umbrellas must be a
minimum of 2 metres above the ground.
Precinct 2 – Hornsby Westside
Area to be occupied
Items of
furniture must be located on the kerbside of the footpath. Occupation shall not
cause inconvenience to pedestrians. Areas adjoining bus-stops or areas closer
than 10 metres from an intersection or corner shall not be occupied except
specially designed and fenced garden areas.
Location to be occupied
A distance of 600
millimetres from the kerbside must be kept clear at all times.
Pedestrian Access
Minimum public
access along the footpath is 2 metres and must be left in a clear and
consistent line of sight.
Shade Structures
Businesses may
erect temporary shade structures that must be removed at the close of business
daily.
Shade covers
attached to existing store structures can be considered if they do not block
the sight lines adjoining business or services, do not impede access and egress
from the shopping strip and do not require attaching to the footpath.
The unobstructed
vertical clearance should be a minimum height of 2 metres and a maximum height
of 2.3 metres.
Precinct
Area to be occupied
Items of
furniture must be located on the kerbside of the footpath. Occupation shall not
cause inconvenience to pedestrians. Areas adjoining bus-stops or areas closer
than 10 metres from an intersection or corner shall not be occupied except
specially designed and fenced garden areas.
Location to be occupied
A distance of 600
millimetres from the kerbside must be kept clear at all times.
Pedestrian Access
Minimum public
access along the footpath is 2 metres and must be left in a clear and
consistent line of sight.
Shade Structures
Businesses may
erect temporary shade structures that must be removed at the close of business
daily.
Shade covers
attached to existing store structures can be considered if they do not block
the sight lines adjoining business or services, do not impede access and egress
from the shopping strip and do not require attaching to the footpath.
The unobstructed
vertical clearance should be a minimum height of 2 metres and a maximum height
of 2.3 metres.
Precinct
Area to be occupied
Items of
furniture must be located on the kerbside of the footpath. Occupation shall not
cause inconvenience to pedestrians. Areas adjoining bus-stops or areas closer
than 10 metres from an intersection or corner shall not be occupied except
specially designed and fenced garden areas.
Location to be occupied
A distance of 600
millimetres from the kerbside must be kept clear at all times.
Pedestrian Access
Minimum public
access along the footpath is 2 metres and must be left in a clear and
consistent line of sight.
Shade Structures
Businesses may
erect temporary shade structures that must be removed at the close of business
daily.
Shade covers
attached to existing store structures can be considered if they do not block
the sight lines adjoining business or services, do not impede access and egress
from the shopping strip and do not require attaching to the footpath.
The unobstructed
vertical clearance should be a minimum height of 2 metres and a maximum height
of 2.3 metres.
Precinct
Area to be occupied
Items of
furniture must be located on the kerbside of the footpath. Occupation shall not
cause inconvenience to pedestrians. Areas adjoining bus-stops or areas closer
than 10 metres from an intersection or corner shall not be occupied except
specially designed and fenced garden areas.
Location to be occupied
A distance of 600
millimetres from the kerbside must be kept clear at all times.
Pedestrian Access
Minimum public
access along the footpath is 2 metres and must be left in a clear and
consistent line of sight.
Shade Structures
Businesses may
erect temporary shade structures that must be removed at the close of business
daily.
Shade covers
attached to existing store structures can be considered if they do not block
the sight lines adjoining business or services, do not impede access and egress
from the shopping strip and do not require attaching to the footpath.
The unobstructed
vertical clearance should be a minimum height of 2 metres and a maximum height
of 2.3 metres.