Los Altos, CA · Santa Clara County
Parklet Program Application
Los Altos businesses use this application and agreement package to request permission for outdoor dining in public right-of-way next to their establishments.
What this form is
The package contains the Parklet Program Application, City Removal & Maintenance Agreement, design requirements, and insurance requirements. Downtown businesses must submit a complete application package with required documents and fees for City consideration; approved parklet permits are valid for one year and must be renewed annually. The application requests business and property-owner details, operating information, parking needs, and consent for use of neighboring frontage when applicable.
Who needs it
Downtown businesses seeking permission to provide outdoor dining in public right-of-way next to their establishment need to complete this application package.
How to submit it
Submit a complete package with required documents and fees to the City of Los Altos for consideration. Send insurance certificates and required endorsements to the Parklet Program Administrator, City of Los Altos, 1 N. San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA 94022.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the application and agreement call for signatures and dates, with no notarized or sworn attachment identified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Package
Download the Parklet Program Guide and application package.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in business, property-owner, and parklet operational information, and sign the required sections.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Prepare the signed agreement, insurance documents, layout and access plans, and other listed materials.
- 4
Submit to the City
Submit the complete package with required documents and fees to the City of Los Altos for consideration.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Parklet Program Application?
- No. The document has signature and date lines but no notary block or sworn attachment; sign and date the required sections.
- How do I submit the Parklet Program Application?
- Submit the complete package with required documents and fees to the City of Los Altos for consideration. Insurance certificates and endorsements go to the Parklet Program Administrator at the address listed in the document.
- What materials does the parklet application package require?
- The guide lists a completed application and signed agreement, liability insurance, a layout plan, furniture and barrier details, a disability access plan, and the current application filing fee.
- How long is a parklet permit valid?
- The guide says parklet permits are valid for one year and must be renewed annually by businesses.