Temporary Patio Expansion Request (Private Property)

As Covid-19 restrictions have come to an end, the need to provide temporary patio space (accommodate proper spacing) is no longer required. As such, the program has now ceased. 

However, for existing program users (current agreement holders), the focus has now shifted to working towards if possible, permanent solutions. In this regard, current agreement holders who are working towards a permanent solution with their existing patio spaces can be granted one last extension until the end of the 2023 calendar year, which would afford them the time needed to work with Township and other applicable agency staff to acquire the requisite approval of permanent plans.   

Existing agreement holders who are not proposing any changes to their existing patios are required to confirm so below, along with completing a new parking agreement, and will not be required to pay a fee. Where there are minor changes, a nominal fee of $20 will be assessed.

AUTHORIZATION

I/we hereby agree to comply with all relevant Federal, Provincial (i.e. Accessibility) and Township (i.e. Noise By-law) Legislation, including all Provincial Health Orders respecting physical distancing etc.

I/we indemnify and hold harmless the Township of Muskoka Lakes from any action, claim, damage or loss whatsoever arising from the use of the private property for a Patio/Café.

I/we hereby permit the Township and its representatives to enter upon the property during regular business hours for the purpose of performing inspections of the property.
I/we hereby understand that the Government has amended Regulation 719 under the Liquor Licence Act (LLA) for liquor sales licensees (e.g. licensed bars and restaurants) to temporarily extend the physical size of the existing licensed patio or to temporarily add a new licensed patio within the approved period, are authorized to do so, if the following criteria are met:

1. The physical extension of the premises is adjacent to the premises to which the licence to sell liquor applies.
2. The municipality in which the premises is situated has indicated it does not object to an extension.
3. The licensee is able to demonstrate sufficient control over the physical extension of the premises.
4. There is no condition on the liquor sales licence prohibiting a patio.
5. The capacity of any new patio, or extended patio space where the licensee has an existing licensed patio, does not exceed 1.11 square metres per person.

Personal Information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for the purpose of administering the Temporary Patio Expansion Program. Questions or concerns about the collection, storage, use and retention of this information should be directed to the Township Clerk, 1 Bailey Street Port Carling Ontario POB 1JO, telephone at 7057653156.