Extracted standards
7 individual requirements pulled out of this section’s prose, each with the sentence it came from.
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- Emergency egress path interval50 ft
A six-foot wide emergency egress path shall be maintained at, or between every frontage or occupied space, in fifty-foot intervals.
- Fire hydrant access must be clear
Access to fire hydrants, fire hose connections for sprinkler systems, and entrances and exits of all buildings shall not be obstructed at any time by barriers, seating, or displays.
- Maximum parking area used for outdoor uses30 pct
Accessory outdoor uses may be located on sidewalks or patio areas, or in parking areas with up to thirty percent (30%) of the total non-accessible spaces.
- Minimum doorway clearance radius6 ft
A minimum six-foot wide path of travel shall be maintained along the building frontage and all pedestrian walkways, and a six-foot radius clearance shall be maintained from any doorway.
- Minimum emergency egress path width6 ft
A six-foot wide emergency egress path shall be maintained at, or between every frontage or occupied space, in fifty-foot intervals.
- Minimum path of travel width6 ft
A minimum six-foot wide path of travel shall be maintained along the building frontage and all pedestrian walkways, and a six-foot radius clearance shall be maintained from any doorway.
- Outdoor fixtures must be moveable
Furniture, umbrellas, heaters or other equipment shall be moveable and shall not be permanently installed outdoors.
From the ordinance
Accessory outdoor uses are permitted with the following requirements: 1. Hours of Operation: Hours of operation for outdoor services shall not exceed the normal hours of operation of the business. 2. Outdoor Dining and Bars: Outdoor dining shall be available only for existing restaurants that are current tenants of the shopping center or commercial building. 3. Location: Accessory outdoor uses may be located on sidewalks or patio areas, or in parking areas with up to thirty percent (30%) of the total non-accessible spaces. These uses must be contiguous to the commercial structure or walkways immediately adjacent to the commercial structure. Landlords may designate an alternative location for consolidated outdoor dining provided that all State and County requirements are met. Outdoor uses in parking areas must provide safety barriers such as fences, water-filled K-rails, or landscape planters. 4. Pedestrian and Bike Access: Outdoor service areas shall comply with Americans with Disabilities Act access requirements. A minimum six-foot wide path of travel shall be maintained along the building frontage and all pedestrian walkways, and a six-foot radius clearance shall be maintained from any doorway. A six-foot wide emergency egress path shall be maintained at, or between every frontage or occupied space, in fifty-foot intervals. 5. Access to Fire Safety Infrastructure: Access to fire hydrants, fire hose connections for sprinkler systems, and entrances and exits of all buildings shall not be obstructed at any time by barriers, seating, or displays. Fire lanes shall not be obstructed at any time. 6. Outdoor Fixtures: Furniture, umbrellas, heaters or other equipment shall be moveable and shall not be permanently installed outdoors. Portable heaters must be stored inside when the business is closed. Canopies, tents or other covered structures may require separate approval from the Fire Department. 7. Property Owner Authorization: The business owner or operator shall obtain written authorization from the property owner for the use of private sidewalks, parking areas, or other areas for outdoor services. Tenants in shopping centers with multiple commercial tenants shall work with the management or property owner to equitably allocate the available sidewalks, patios, and parking areas for all accessory outdoor uses. 8. Maintenance: The business owner or operator shall be responsible for maintaining the outdoor area in a clean and tidy manner.