NEW YORK — The pandemic-era outdoor dining program is here to stay in New York City, and officials recently drafted rules for restaurants to follow.
This comes after the City Council passed legislation in August making the program permanent.
Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined us in the studio to talk about the newly proposed rules that businesses should be aware of.
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“We have implemented a seasonal program for our roadway outdoor dining. From April to November, restaurants will be allowed to utilize this option. However, if they wish to continue using it year-round, they will need to apply for a sidewalk café permit. This gives restaurant owners the opportunity to choose between temporary seasonal use of the roadway or applying for a sidewalk permit for year-round usage.”
We inquired about the program’s enhancements and sought his perspective on addressing quality of life concerns, particularly those related to rats.
More information about the proposed rules can be obtained by watching the complete interview above. Additionally, a public meeting is scheduled for November 20.
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