Berkeley, CA · Alameda County
Sidewalk Seating Application
Berkeley businesses use this application to request a permit for sidewalk seating and outdoor commerce installations such as tables, chairs, planters, and benches.
What this form is
This application requests a Berkeley permit for sidewalk seating and outdoor commerce, including tables, chairs, planters, and benches. A business must already be permitted as a commercial establishment before applying. The application asks for business and applicant details, seating quantities, occupancy hours, and an ABC license if applicable. Applicants must also provide a dimensioned site plan and proof of liability insurance naming the City as an additional insured.
Who needs it
A Berkeley commercial establishment seeking permission to place sidewalk seating, planters, benches, or other outdoor commerce installations in the public right-of-way needs this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Permit Service Center, 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley, CA 94704; the form also lists [email protected]. It lists a permit fee and an Outdoor Commerce Use Fee if applicable.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires a site plan and proof of insurance, but states no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Sidewalk Seating Application and review its requirements.
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Complete The Application
Provide business and applicant details, seating quantities, occupancy hours, and an ABC license if applicable; sign and date the form.
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Gather Required Materials
Prepare a dimensioned, scaled site plan and proof of liability insurance naming the City of Berkeley as an additional insured.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Permit Service Center at 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley, CA 94704.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Sidewalk Seating Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It requires a site plan and proof of insurance, but does not state that either attachment must be notarized.
- Who can apply for a Berkeley sidewalk seating permit?
- A business must already be permitted as a commercial establishment with the City of Berkeley before applying for a sidewalk seating permit.
- What must I include with the application?
- Include a dimensioned, scaled site plan showing the proposed installation and a six-foot minimum pedestrian path, plus proof of liability insurance naming the City of Berkeley as an additional insured.
- How do I submit the Sidewalk Seating Application?
- Submit it to the Permit Service Center at 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley, CA 94704. The form also lists [email protected] and identifies fees that may apply.
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This Sidewalk Seating Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Berkeley form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.