2022 Patio Extension Program

Outdoor Dining Platform
A dining platform is defined as a platform operated by an existing restaurant, bar, or other food serving establishment which sells food and beverage for immediate consumption, located on the adjacent parking space(s), alleys, streets, or other public property areas, for patrons and other persons, subject to design guidelines.

Operation of Dining Platform
Permits for the 2022 City of Plymouth Patio Extension Program to include dining platforms may be issued for a seven-month period from April 1 until November 1 and must be completely removed by November 4, 2022.

The owner of the dining platform will assume full responsibility for damage to public property caused by the placement and operation of a dining platform.

Guidelines
To provide the most flexibility and provide options for the food servicing establishments, the outdoor dining platform may be purchased as a kit from a vendor or constructed using raw materials so long as either option conforms to the guidelines listed below. This section does not attempt to address each and every option available but provides reasonable framework for the establishment to reference while planning and submitting the plan to the city for consideration and approval.

The dining platform structure must be constructed of quality materials, such pressure treated wood, or wood composite, vinyl, metal, etc. The floor of the dining platform must be constructed out of a composite material or wood (such as Ipe) in a neutral color such as brown or grey and reflect the characteristics of the restaurant or food establishment. The floor may also be constructed out of stone or tile in the same neutral colors as exampled above.

Dining platform railings must be constructed of a rigid material (wrought iron, cast aluminum, steel, wood, composite, etc.) and be black, neutral, or a color matching the primary color of the building. Rails must meet specifications as defined by the MLCC for liquor serving establishments and any pertinent building codes. Rails must be attached securely to the platform and cannot be loose standing.

Directions
1) Read through the City of Plymouth 2022 Patio Extension Program Outdoor Dining Platform Guidelines.

2) Complete the City of Plymouth 2022 Patio Extension – Dining Platform Permit Application
Include the following information:

• Site plan showing dimensions of outdoor dining area
• Certificate of Insurance
• Indemnification agreement
• Michigan LCC Form 204 for Additional Service Area

EMAIL completed application, site plan, insurance, indemnification, and copy of MLCC Form 204 to: [email protected]

3) Once the city receives and review the application packet, the city will produce to the business owner the City of Plymouth Patio Extension Program Outdoor Dining Platform – Temporary Permit, which is a temporary permit which allows the business to submit to the LCC and use the approved parking space area to take delivery and begin installation of the outdoor dining platform.

4) Once installation is complete, the owner will need to contact the city to schedule inspection. The city will inspect the dining platform and if found compliant, the city will produce to the business owner the City of Plymouth 2022 Patio Extension Program Outdoor Dining Platform - FINAL PERMIT for the 2022 season. In addition, the city will install wheel stops and any additional delineators deemed necessary.

5) Once the business receives the final permit from the city, they may begin outdoor food and alcohol service (pursuant to MLCC approval) on the outdoor dining platform.

Examples of patio extension layouts for reference:

Patio Extension Parallel Space Example
Patio Extension Angled Space Example 1
Patio Extension Angled Space Example 2