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Outdoor Dining
Design an outdoor dining area
to be an asset to the area and to
be appropriate for its site and the
surrounding context.
Define the perimeter of a
permanent outdoor dining area
using a railing, detectable barrier,
a series of planters or a similar
edge treatment.
Locate an outdoor dining area to
accommodate pedestrian traffic
along the sidewalk.
212 Healdsburg Citywide Design Guidelines
Outdoor dining areas and sidewalk cafés help animate the public
realm, providing street-level interest. An outdoor dining area
or sidewalk café typically involves a grouping of tables and/or
seating for the purpose of eating, drinking, or social gathering
and is coordinated with a restaurant, bar or other similar service.
Outdoor dining areas are encouraged, but they should not block
pedestrian traffic or create a public nuisance. When these areas
are located on the public sidewalk or within the public right-of-
way, additional approvals from the City of Healdsburg may also be
required.
9.3 Locate an outdoor dining area to accommodate
pedestrian traffic along the sidewalk.
a. Placing the dining area immediately adjacent to a
building front is preferred, thus maintaining a public
walkway along the curb side.
b. Maintain a clear path along the sidewalk for pedestrians;
a width of 8 feet for this clear path is recommended, but
this may be reduced to 5 feet where no other obstacles
in the sidewalk will impede pedestrian traffic.
c. Define the perimeter of a permanent outdoor dining
area using a railing, detectable barrier, a series of
planters or similar edge treatment.
d. If used, the railing or detectable barrier should be sturdy
and of durable materials. For example, using a chain,
cord, or other flexible system is typically discouraged.
9.4 Design an outdoor dining area to be an asset to
the area and to be appropriate for its site and the
surrounding context.
a. Tables and chairs should be durable and designed for
outdoor use.
b. Tables, chairs and other components of the outdoor
dining area should not be permanently attached to
public infrastructure or the public right-of-way.
c. If the outdoor dining area is located on the public
sidewalk or within the public right-of-way, floor coverings
or raised platforms should not be used.