Permitted standards
Accessibility
- All outdoor dining areas must maintain clear pedestrian footpath access of 2 metres minimum.
- Maintain good, clear accessibility to the surrounding streets, footpaths, lanes and shared paths.
- Accessibility and visibility of business entrances, public benches, cycle stands and rubbish bins are to be maintained.
- Appropriate distance from art works, lamp posts, signs and street trees should also be considered.
Furniture
- Quality, durable finishes suitable for outdoor public use, and maintained to a high standard.
- Use of a simple range of materials and a consistent colour pallet.
- Must be stable in windy conditions and not present a health and safety risk.
- Logos integrated within the street furniture. No separate signage or advertising, such as sandwich boards.
Umbrellas
- Freestanding umbrellas with a single support only.
- Clearance between the footpath and the underside of the umbrella should not be less than 1.8 metres minimum.
- Use of a single colour to minimise visual clutter.
This guidance aligns with the Public Street Enclosures Policy 2006.(external link)
For more information contact the Council on 941 8999 or 0800 800 169 or email outdoor.dining@ccc.govt.nz
View the temporary outdoor dining guidance document. [PDF, 1.5 MB]