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Application for Santa Monica Outdoors Pilot Program Permit (Updated July 2021)

Aug 31, 2021
submission #326
Applicant Information and Description of Use

Business Information

Business Name ("Permittee") Sweetgreen
Name of Contact Person ---
Mailing Address ---
Business Address 1343 4th St, Santa Monica CA 90401-1301
Business Phone ---
Business E-mail ---
Do you agree to receive notices from the City relating to your temporary authorized use of public space via e-mail? ---
City of Santa Monica Business License Number ---
How will the public space be used? Dining
Are you a new applicant, an existing Outdoor Use Permit holder renewing your current permit, or an existing Outdoor Use Permit holder requesting to modify your approved outdoor area? Select the one that applies. I am a new applicant

Dining Use

Are you serving alcohol in the public space? No
Number of Tables Outside 7
Number of Chairs Outside 10

Location Details

Location on Public Property Where the Use is Occurring (You must select at least 1 location) Sidewalk
Information on Location of Outdoor Use

For Use of Sidewalks, Pier Deck, or Business Use of Third Street Promenade Sidewalks

Length of Sidewalk (In Feet) To Be Used In Front of Your Storefront (in feet) ---
Depth of Sidewalk Space (In Feet) To Be Used (note #2 above requiring 5' of clear access) ---
Will you be using the sidewalk in front of a neighboring storefront? ---
Activity Checklist for Temporary Use of Public Spaces

Administrative Requirements

Have you read and implemented the updated LA County Public Health protocols specific to your business sector re-opening? ---
Do you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? ---
I affirm that I have reviewed and agree to comply with all Santa Monica Outdoors Pilot Program administrative regulations that are applicable to my proposal. Yes, I agree with the above statement.
Do you acknowledge that the City may assess monthly fees for use of public space no earlier than January 1, 2022 and only after the City has provided notice? ---
Do you acknowledge the City’s right to periodically inspect the sidewalk, Third Street Promenade dining area, and Pier used for outdoor business activities at any time and without notice? ---
Do you acknowledge that the City or you, may at any time, without cause, terminate the temporary outdoor encroachment agreement on 30 days' prior written notice? ---
Do you agree to make no modifications to any public infrastructure or improvements? Yes, I agree

Program Eligibility

Do you operate a legally established Santa Monica business? ---

Pedestrian Access

Will the proposed use of public space provide at least 5 feet of continuous unobstructed pedestrian access? ---

Temporary Outdoor Furnishings Including Use of Temporary Tents, Canopies & Heaters

Do your umbrellas or decorative lighting provide at least a 7 foot height clearance for pedestrian passage? ---
Do you agree to remove all temporary furnishings (e.g. bookcases, floor coverings, exercise equipment, planter boxes, garment racks, merchandise displays, umbrellas, and any other temporary decor except for tables, chairs, and propane heaters) including all signs, each day upon close of the outdoor business activity? ---
Do you confirm that the outdoor space will not have any table lamps using liquid fuels, candles, or other fixtures using an open flame (other than a propane heater)? Yes
Lighting may be temporarily affixed to the building. If you are proposing such lighting, does it meet California Electrical Code standards and have you obtained a permit for such work? ---
Do you agree that if you use decorative lighting plugged into a legal outlet that such lighting is strung overhead maintaining a minimum 7 foot height clearance for sidewalk or pedestrian passage, and that the electrical cord is not placed on the sidewalk, unless such electrical/extension cord is covered with a flat and bright extension cord cover that is ADA accessible? ---
If you are using outdoor propane heaters, do you have an annual permit from the Santa Monica Fire Department (or do you agree to obtain such annual permit from the Santa Monica Fire Department prior to use of the heaters)? ---
If you are proposing to use a tent or canopy, will it be open on all sides, be sufficiently secured to meet wind load requirements, will not exceed 700 square feet, will be at least 12 feet away from a building, and If using an electric heater, will there be at least 3 feet of clearance from the electric heater to the top of the canopy, and if using a propane heater, do you agree to place outside and at least 5 feet away from the canopy? ---
If you are proposing to use a tent or canopy with one or more sides down, will it be sufficiently secured to meet wind load requirements, will not exceed 400 square feet in size, will be at least 12 feet away from a building, and if using an electric heater, will there be at least 3 feet of clearance from the heater to top of canopy, OR if using a propane heater, do you agree to place outside and at least 5 feet away from the canopy? Not Applicable, I will not be using any temporary tents or canopies with one or more sides down.
Do you agree that propane heater(s) shall be secured or removed every day upon closing of the business, and that propane or electric heaters shall not be placed within 6 feet of a public tree or within 5 feet of any other combustible material, including an umbrella? Yes, I agree
Do you agree to not attach any object, including a temporary barrier, canopy, lighting, or other temporary furnishing, to a public tree? Yes

Signage

Will the signage in the public area be a single, non-permanent sign with the business or restaurant’s name and, if applicable, menu? ---

Fire Exiting Required

Do your proposed furnishings, signs, and temporary barriers keep clear of any legal exit from the building and a minimum 44-inch wide exit path from the legal exit to the public right of way? ---

Dining Operations (Restaurants Only)

Do you confirm that the sidewalk, parking lane, or parklet dining area will only be used for sit-down food and beverage service (i.e., no stand-up service)? ---
Do you agree to keep the sidewalk, parking lane, or parklet dining area clear of litter, food, and drink spills and clean (sweep and mop) it at the end of each day? ---
Do you confirm that the combined number of tables and chairs in both indoor and outdoor dining areas not exceed the maximum occupancy of the restaurant pre-COVID? ---
If you are storing tables and chairs in your outdoor public space, are the tables and chairs secured next to your storefront and provide at least 5 feet of unobstructed access? ---

Other Business Maintenance and Activity

Do you agree to keep the sidewalk, parking lane, or parklet dining area clear of litter, food, and drink spills and clean (sweep and mop) it at the end of each day? ---
Do you confirm that all merchandise or services displayed on the sidewalk, parking lane,or parklet is of the same type as you sell indoors? ---

Noise

Do you agree that your business activity on public space will not have any amplified noise (e.g. music, speech) and will only generate noise typical to outdoor business activity? ---

Hours of Operation

Will the hours of the business activity match those of your existing business? ---
Santa Monica Outdoors Pilot Program Agreement

Affirm that you Agree to the Santa Monica Outdoors Pilot Program Agreement

Please indicate below whether you acknowledge, understand, and agree to the terms of the Santa Monica Outdoors Pilot Program Agreement. ---
Insurance Documents

Does the City Already Have Your Insurance Documents?

Have you already submitted your insurance documents (including Liquor Liability Certificate for restaurants) with a prior Santa Monica Outdoor Use Permit during the COVID-19 period AND is your insurance still valid? (If so, we can check and review your documents if already submitted and on record) No, I need to submit my insurance documents OR I can resubmit my insurance documents & Liquor Liability Certificate

Upload Insurance Documents

Upload a certificate(s) showing your current insurance policies for General Liability, Workers' Compensation with the City of Santa Monica as the certificate holder with 1685 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 as the address. ---
Earliest Expiration Date ---