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Temporary Extension of Outdoor Liquor Licenced Premises Application Form

New Framework for Temporary Outdoor Physical Extensions (Temporary Patios)

The Government of Ontario has amended Regulation 746/21 under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019 establishing a new framework for temporary outdoor physical extensions (temporary patios), which took effect on January 1, 2023. These changes impact liquor sales licence holders and manufacturer by-the-glass endorsement holders.

Effective January 1, 2023:

Licensees in Municipalities:

Must get approval of your temporary patio from your local municipality
Must notify the AGCO of your approval, the duration of your approval and any conditions on the approval

Zoning By-law Patio Program Guidelines

Download and view the Guidelines in PDF. The guidelines are intended to support local restaurant or establishment for dispensing of refreshments outdoors to the public, as permitted by the new Zoning By-law approved in 2024, by providing flexibility to businesses while ensuring safety standards and measures remain in place.

Applications require a current Zoning Compliance Letter (formerly Certificate of Occupancy), which is issued by the Planning Department.

Establishment & Applicant Information

Legal Name of Establishment (i.e. Legal business name, Ontario Inc. number, etc.)

Operating Name of Establishment (if different)

Establishment Address

Town/Village/Settlement

Postal Code

Applicant Contact - First Name

Applicant Contact - Last Name

Applicant Contact - Mailing Address

City/Town

Postal Code

Phone Number

Email Address

Temporary Extension Details

What is the proposed opening date for your patio/extension? (Must be a minimum of 30 days after the application date.)

What is the proposed end date for your patio/extension?

Total Seating Capacity Under Current Licence/Endorsement

Proposed Outdoor Seating Capacity

Total Seating Capacity With Proposed Temporary Patio/Extension

Current Permitted Occupant Load (Existing Premises)

Are you proposing any of the following? (Select all that apply)

Temporary Tent and/or Shade Covering

Heater(s) or Warming Device(s)

Speakers/Sound System

Confirmation

I confirm the following: