Los Altos, CA · Santa Clara County
Sidewalk Dining Permit Application
Downtown businesses use this application package to request permission for outdoor dining in the public right-of-way next to their Los Altos establishment.
What this form is
The package includes the Sidewalk Dining Permit Application, a City Removal & Maintenance Agreement, and program requirements for businesses seeking outdoor dining space in the public right-of-way. The City requires a complete submittal with the listed documents and initial application fee for consideration. The application asks for business and property owner details, operating information, alcohol service details, signatures, and supporting materials such as insurance and a proposed dining-area layout plan.
Who needs it
Existing or proposed downtown businesses seeking permission to place outdoor dining furniture in the public right-of-way next to their establishment need this application package.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Sidewalk Dining Program Package and review the program guide and submittal requirements.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in the business, property owner, operating, and sidewalk dining information requested on the application.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Include the signed agreement, insurance certificate, filing fee, and a layout plan with the details listed in the guide.
- 4
Submit to the City
Submit the complete package to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Sidewalk Dining Permit Application?
- No. This document is signed without a notary and lists no notarized or sworn attachment; the signer just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Sidewalk Dining Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What materials are required with the application?
- The guide lists a signed City Removal & Maintenance Agreement, liability insurance, the application filing fee, and a layout plan with specified site and seating details.
- Who can apply for a sidewalk dining permit?
- Existing and proposed downtown businesses seeking outdoor dining in the public right-of-way immediately adjacent to their establishment can apply.