Bellflower, CA Special Events & Permits: Sidewalk Dining & Cafés (2026)

Unless the Director determines that a lesser distance is required for the protection of public safety, and to provide adequate circulation, access and visibility, outdoor dining areas, including outdoor structure/facilities, must maintain a clearance of not less than four feet (48-inches) upon every sidewalk or pedestrian path in order to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. In addition, the minimum distance required by the Americans with Disabilities Act must be maintained between dining furnishings and: (1) any curb line, street furniture, or above ground utilities; (2) buildings; or (3) the centerline of intersecting perpendicular driveways, alleys or streets to provide for adequate vehicle sight.

C. Tables and chairs used for outdoor dining must be of substantial materials, as determined by the Director. Tables may be a maximum of three feet in diameter (if round) and three feet along the longest side (if rectilinear). All such furnishings must be stored indoors after hours of operation, unless otherwise determined by the Director.

D. Outdoor Structure/Facilities or signs cannot block visibility of display windows or signage of adjacent businesses unless written consent of any affected adjacent business owner is obtained by the applicant and provided to the Director.

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