Temporary Outdoor Patio and Retail

Fort Erie's temporary patio program is designed to help businesses expand their outdoor dining and seating options. This program provides a process for restaurants, cafés, and other establishments to create temporary patios, enhancing the customer experience while supporting local businesses. Whether you're looking to set up a sidewalk café, curbside patio, or expanded seating area, our guidelines and resources make it easy to get started. Explore the details below to learn how you can take advantage of this opportunity!

Applicants wishing to establish a temporary outdoor patio or temporarily expand an existing outdoor patio must complete this application.

All items must be completed and submitted before approval. No fees will apply to this application.

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) does not require licensees to apply or pay a fee for these temporary extensions.

Downloads

Temporary Outdoor Patio Application PDF Form- Private Lands

Temporary Outdoor Patio Online Application Form- Municipal Lands

TSSA Patio Heater Safety Guidelines