A Local Law in relation to space heaters, the establishment of a permanent outdoor dining program, and to amend local law number 77 for the year 2020, in relation to the expiration of the outdoor dining program

Summary

The bill would extend the expiration of the City’s current outdoor dining program until September 30, 2021. That program would be replaced by a permanent program to allow for the use of roadway seating as outdoor dining areas. In addition, the bill would allow the use of portable electric and propane heaters in outdoor dining areas, subject to guidelines issued by the Fire Department.

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