March 27, 2025 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
The Town of New Tecumseth’s Temporary Restaurant Patio Program is returning for the summer this year.
Applications are now being received by the Town. Starting April 15, restaurants can expand or establish patios to enjoy the summer weather and offer safe outdoor dining.
Subject to the program’s conditions and public health measures, patios can operate in parking lost and adjacent premises on the restaurant’s private property as well as on municipal sidewalks at restaurants located in the downtown areas of Allison, Beeton, and Tottenham.
To assist the local business community in its recovery from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, no municipal fees will be charged to participating restaurants in 2025.
Submission requirements to obtain a permit include a completed application form, property owner approval, site-specific conceptual site plan drawing, and a Health Unit Certificate of Inspection. Requirements also include an AGCO Liquor License (if applicable), a certificate of insurance, a Professional Engineers Certificate for temporary ‘bump-out’ sidewalk structures and traffic barriers (if applicable), and an encroachment agreement (if applicable).
For more information about the program and its submission requirements or for assistance in completing your permit application, contact the Town’s Economic Development Department.