Lodi, CA · San Joaquin County
Downtown Encroachment Permit Application (Merchant/Sidewalk Use)
Downtown Lodi businesses use this application to request a permit for placing items or providing services on a public sidewalk.
What this form is
This application requests permission to use a public sidewalk in downtown Lodi and asks for business contact details, a description of the proposed use, and whether alcoholic beverages will be served. For sidewalk seating, include a dimensioned sketch and color photo or furniture catalog information; provide dimensions for an A-frame sign. Alcohol service requires an ABC license and liquor liability insurance before permit issuance.
Who needs it
A downtown business requesting to place items or provide services on a public sidewalk should complete this permit application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the City of Lodi Public Works Department. The document says processing takes a minimum of five business days and application fees are non-refundable.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Downtown Encroachment Permit Application for merchant or sidewalk use.
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Complete the Business Details
Provide the business name, address, phone number, proposed sidewalk use, and whether alcoholic beverages will be served.
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Gather Required Attachments
For seating, include a dimensioned sketch and color photo or furniture catalog information. For alcohol service, an ABC license and liquor liability insurance are required before permit issuance.
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Sign and Submit
Date and sign the application, then submit it to the City of Lodi Public Works Department.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Downtown Encroachment Permit Application?
- Downtown businesses use it to request a permit for public sidewalk use, such as placing an A-frame sign, table, chair, or planter.
- What attachments are needed for sidewalk seating?
- Provide a sketch showing dimensions to the curb and building, plus a color photo or furniture catalog information. Include dimensions when requesting use of an A-frame sign.
- Do I need a notary for the Downtown Encroachment Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it identifies no attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Downtown Encroachment Permit Application?
- Submit it to the City of Lodi Public Works Department. The document states processing takes a minimum of five business days.
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