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It’s time to Dine Out.
Los Angeles County currently offers Outdoor Dining for restaurants within unincorporated areas by permit. Los Angeles County Departments are currently developing a Permanent Outdoor Dining Program that will continue to benefit both businesses and patrons.
Restaurants in unincorporated Los Angeles County have opportunities to expand dining seating into the following areas:
- Private Walkways
- Private Parking Facilities
- County’s Road Right-of-Way (Sidewalks, Metered or Unmetered Parking Spaces, and Alleys)
Design Guidelines and Layouts
Private Property Applications
All existing permits under the Temporary Outdoor Dining Program will be extended to July 1st, 2026.
For all new applicants contact LA County Planning at info@planning.lacounty.gov or at (213) 974-6411.
How to Apply
- Follow the step-by-step instructions to apply online through EPIC-LA.
- Please see the Temporary Outdoor Dining Checklist for the existing guidelines and requirements for temporary outdoor dining areas.
- For applicants looking to establish permanent outdoor dining areas please see the Outdoor Dining regulations. To apply follow the instructions on our Land Use Checklist.
- For questions, please contact LA County Planning at info@planning.lacounty.gov or (213) 974-6411.
Public Right-of-Way Applications
The County has approved a revised ordinance for Outdoor Dining in Public Right-of-Way. This will expand opportunities for restaurants to serve patrons on sidewalks, in parklets and intermittently in alleys. The ordinance below was approved by the Board of Supervisors on January 9, 2024 and will be effective February 8, 2024. Stay tuned for more updates coming soon!
- Approved Ordinance – Outdoor Sidewalk Dining
- Outdoor Dining Guidelines (PDF)
For applicants wishing to apply for sidewalk dining permits, please contact Public Works at (626) 458-3129.
How to Apply
- Submit an online application to Public Works through the County’s Electronic Permitting and Inspections portal, EPIC-LA.
If your restaurant is located in the City of Los Angeles, visit the city’s website and learn more about the L.A. Al Fresco Outdoor Dining Program at https://ladot.lacity.org/coronavirus/apply-al-fresco
Annual Outdoor Sidewalk Dining Permit
Public Right-of-Way Application
Owners are eligible for this permit if their restaurant is:
- Located in an unincorporated County community (Check Location)
- Adjacent to a sidewalk maintained by Public Works
Additional Resources
Alley and Road Closures Permit
Public Right-of-Way Application
Restaurant owners and sponsors may apply for a permit from Public Works to temporarily close an alley or a street to vehicular traffic for outdoor dining space.
- Is located in an unincorporated County community (Check location)
- Adjacent to a sidewalk maintained by Public works
Additional Resources
Parklet Permit
Public Right-of-Way Application
Restaurant owners can apply to Public Works for a permit to convert on-street parking spaces to an outdoor dining space (parklet). Owners are eligible for this permit if their restaurant is:
- Located in an unincorporated County community (Check Location)
- Utilizing on-street parking spaces that are adjacent to the restaurant.
Additional Resources
