Temporary Patio Extension and Outdoor Retail Space Application

Effective January 1, 2023, if approved for a temporary outdoor physical extension (temporary patio) by the municipality, you are required to then notify the AGCO before you start selling and serving liquor on this temporary patio.

Note:

Upon approval, applicants:

• are required to enter into a Temporary Encroachment Agreement with the Town;
• may be required to provide a $500 indemnity deposit to the Town;
• are required to submit proof of insurance naming the Town on the Licensee’s Premises Liability Policy and shall produce a copy to the Town when requested to do so. Liability shall be no less than $2,000,000 and subject to the terms outlined in the encroachment agreement.

More information can be found here https://www.agco.ca/notifying-agco-approved-temporary-outdoor-physical-extension-temporary-patio”

Please submit a drawing (professional or handdrawn) of your proposed extension including tables, chairs and any other amenities as well as dimensions of proposed extension.

To be eligible for a temporary patio extension under the AGCO’s 2023 patio policy, you must have a valid liquor sales licence, be permitted to open for on-site consumption and must meet the criteria as set out below:

1. The physical extension of the premises is adjacent to: 
   1. the premises to which the licence to sell liquor applies; or 
   2. a dock to which the boat is attached and may include land adjacent to the dock; or
   3. the licensed premises under the “By the Glass” licence;   
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 licence prohibiting a patio;  
5. The capacity of any temporary extension, allows for at least 1.11 square metres per person; and 
6. In the case of “By the Glass” licensees, the sale and service of the wine, beer and/or spirits manufactured by the manufacturer within the physical extension of the premises is primarily aimed at promoting the manufacturer’s product and either providing an enhanced tourist experience or fulfilling an educational purpose.

For your reference, please check local guidelines or orders frequently to ensure you have the most current information.

https://www.agco.ca/bulletin/2022/new-requirements-temporary-outdoor-physical-extensions-temporary-patios-begin-january

By Signing below, I certify that the information contained in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge and further, I certify that I have the authority to sign and submit this Application on behalf of the above noted business.