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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 12
Chapter 12.15
Section 12.15.030
 

Title 12 Public Ways and Property

Chapter 12.15 Activation of Public Places

Section 12.15.030 License Required for Sidewalk Cafés, Streateries, or Parklets Required

 

  1. A license issued by Development Services is required to operate a sidewalk café, streatery, or parklet in the city of Spokane.
  1. The license for sidewalk cafés, streatery, and parklets is an annual license.
  1. The requirements of SMC 7.02.070 and SMC 17G.010.210, obstruction of streets, and obstruction of sidewalks, shall not apply to a sidewalk café, streatery, or parklet validly licensed under this chapter, except as herein provided.

 

Date Passed: Monday, March 16, 2026

Effective Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026

ORD C36850 Section 4