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Temporary Patio Expansion Request (Private Property) Application

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    To assist in responding to the economic impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Township of Muskoka Lakes has developed a Temporary Patio Expansion Program to support local business while at the same time ensuring safety standards and measures remain in place. 

    Background

    Following the Provincial announcement for Stage 2 framework, Township Council approved delegating authority to staff to process applications to expand restaurant patio seating and outdoor patio liquor license extensions where parking requirements cannot be met, to assist in responding to the economic impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The application process will allow business owners to request use of a portion of private property/designated parking spaces for a patio or café as an extension of an existing restaurant, café, take-out restaurant, pub or tavern.

    Under normal circumstances, when a proposed patio or restaurant expansion does not comply with Zoning By-law parking requirements, a parking agreement is required to be approved by Council. With the recent delegation, the process is simplified and expedited, and fees reduced to $100. As a requirement of the Planning Act, a payment must be collected to enter into a parking agreement. 

    Application 

    • Temporary Patio Expansion Request (Private Property) Application
    • Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario - Information Bulletin
    • Temporary Patio “By the Glass” Expansion Request (Private Property)
    • Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario - Information Bulletin: Temporary Change for “By the Glass” 

    Any and all approvals related to the Temporary Patio Expansion Program expire on January 1, 2021 at 3:00 am.

    Payment

    Payment can be made by cheque if using the Municipal Office drop box or an invoice can be issued upon request.

    Application Submission

    Applications will be accepted via email or at the Municipal Office drop box.

    Email completed applications to:
    Corey Moore
    Communications & Economic Development Specialist
    Email Corey Moore 
    705-765-3156 Ext 215

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What if I would like to use public lands (Township/District)?

    For Patio Extensions on adjacent Township Lands, applicants will be subject to the regular Township process and Council approval.
    • License Agreement Application

    For more information on License Agreements view Clerks and Legislative Services under Departments or Contact the Clerks Department.

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