Official:Amending Chapter 9-208 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Sidewalk Cafés” and Title 4, Subcode “A” of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Use Registration Permits,” by adding new provisions allowing restaurants applying for a sidewalk café permit or temporary lot uses permit to allow outdoor entertainment; all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Gilmore Richardson
Introduced: February 18, 2021
Signed: April 29, 2021
: Committee on Streets and Services
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill allows restaurants in Philadelphia to offer outdoor entertainment, such as music or performances, with a sidewalk café permit or temporary lot uses permit. The rules require businesses to notify the city at least 72 hours in advance and follow COVID safety guidelines.
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