Temporary Outdoor Dining Permit

We have introduced temporary outdoor dining to help hospitality venues expand their dining and table services during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

To take advantage of outdoor areas safely and help hospitality businesses get back up and running there's a 3-step process.

Get started

Step 1.Share your thoughts

Tell us about your temporary outdoor dining idea and how it could benefit your business.

Share your outdoor dining ideas

What next

Follow the prompts on screen and when you've completed the form, submit the details.

We'll follow up with you within 5 business days to understand the position your business is in and help you prepare the documents necessary to support your application.

Step 2.Applying for a permit

After you have discussed your project with us, it's time to get your documentation in order to apply for a permit.

When you're ready to apply, check your email.
We'll have sent you a link to the permit application form.

Reviewing your application

Within 3 business days of receiving your application we will:

Step 3.After you've got a permit

You can apply for financial support from the Australian and Victorian Governments.

Additionally we'll continue to stay in touch and help organise the installation of equipment to help make your outdoor dining space as safe as possible, for instance bollards.

Help and questions

For any queries about temporary outdoor dining, the process and the permits. Contact our Economic Development team at business@banyule.vic.gov.au

Fees and commitments

Fees will not be required to be paid for the Temporary Outdoor Dining Permit.

Prepare your permit application

To apply for a temporary outdoor dining permit you need:

  • food premises registration number
  • site plan, featuring a layout of the space and detail on how it will be used
  • risk assessment
  • business insurance certificate of currency, valid till at least 30 June 2021
  • public liability insurance certificate of currency, with cover for $20 million and is valid till at least 30 June 2021
  • written support from neighbours may also be required

Templates and examples

Templates

Download these templates to help prepare your permit application.

Examples

Use these site plan examples as reference only.

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