Extend 10-month ban on new parklets while city writes permanent rules

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In Plain English

The city already banned new parklets for 45 days in January after complaints about safety and design problems. Current permit rules only require 5 basic questions and 2 photos. If approved, the ban extends through January 2026 while staff studies other cities' parklet laws and writes comprehensive regulations.

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Votes

To approve the item

Passed

7 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

The council unanimously extended a ban on new parklets through January 2026, continuing a moratorium that began in January after residents complained about safety and design issues. The city will use this time to study how other cities regulate these outdoor dining areas and develop comprehensive rules to replace the current basic permit process that only requires five questions and two photos. This affects restaurants and businesses that want to add new outdoor seating areas in parking spaces or on sidewalks. The extension gives city staff nearly a year to create stronger regulations before allowing new parklets again.

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