Encroachment agreement.

Charlotte City Code § 19-273

in effect

Sec. 19-273. - Encroachment agreement. Any restaurant operator who desires to offer sidewalk dining shall execute an encroachment agreement with the city, which agreement shall contain, but not be limited to, the following: (1) The name, address, and telephone number of the restaurant desiring to operate sidewalk dining. (2) The name, address, and telephone number of the restaurant operator. (3) The type of food and beverage, or food product, to be sold and served for the sidewalk dining. (4) The hours of operation of the restaurant and the proposed hours of operation of sidewalk dining. (5) A scaled drawing or site plan showing the following: a. The section of sidewalk or right-of-way to be used for the dining. b. The section to be kept clear for pedestrian use. c. The existing curbline and right-of-way line. d. The proposed placement of the tables, chairs and other furnishings on the sidewalk. (6) Evidence of adequate insurance, as determined by the city, to hold the city harmless from claims arising out of the operation of the sidewalk dining. (7) An indemnity statement whereby the restaurant operator agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the city and its officers, agents, and employees from any claim arising from the operation of the sidewalk dining. (8) A copy of all permits and licenses issued by the state, county or city, including health and ABC permits, if any, necessary for the operation of the restaurant or business, or a copy of the application for the permit if no permit has been issued. This requirement includes any permits or certificates issued by the city for exterior alterations or improvements to the restaurant. (9) Such additional information as may be requested by the director of transportation or his designee to determine compliance with this article. (10) A fee as determined by the city to cover the cost of processing and investigating the application and issuing the permit. (Code 1985, § 19-24(c))

Source: City of Charlotte, Code of Ordinances and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/nc/charlotte/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH19STSIOTPUPL_ARTIXSIDI_S19-273ENAGFetched: 10/27/2026