El Centro, CA · Imperial County
Sidewalk Dining Application
El Centro businesses use this application to request a permit for sidewalk dining and provide details about the business, property, and proposed outdoor dining area.
What this form is
The City of El Centro Sidewalk Dining Application is for businesses seeking approval to operate outdoor dining in a sidewalk area associated with their business. The packet asks for owner and applicant details, the project location and description, and business license information. Applicants must submit required documents and processing-fee payment; the packet lists insurance, site plan, and other requirements, including a notarized permission letter if applicable.
Who needs it
A business seeking to operate sidewalk dining in El Centro needs this application and must provide the listed supporting documents.
How to submit it
Submit the completed packet with required documents and processing-fee payment to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; a notarized permission letter from a neighboring property owner and tenant is required if applicable.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Sidewalk Dining Application packet.
- 2
Complete The Packet
Provide property owner and applicant information, project details, and business license information, then sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Include the listed business license, insurance certificate, site plan, and notarized permission letter if applicable.
- 4
Submit The Packet
Submit the packet with required documents and processing-fee payment to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the El Centro Sidewalk Dining Application?
- It is a city application for businesses seeking approval to operate outdoor dining in an area of sidewalk associated with the adjoining business.
- What documents are listed as required?
- The packet lists a business license, general liability insurance naming the City of El Centro as additionally insured, and a site plan. A notarized permission letter is listed if applicable.
- Do I need a notary for the Sidewalk Dining Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary. A notarized permission letter from a neighboring property owner and tenant is required only if applicable.
- How do I submit the Sidewalk Dining Application?
- Submit the completed packet with all required documents and processing-fee payment to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Sidewalk Dining Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another El Centro form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.