City of Spokane

Spokane Municipal Code

***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 12.15.060
 

Title 12 Public Ways and Property

Chapter 12.15 Activation of Public Places

Section 12.15.060 Expanded Outdoor Alcohol Service

 

  1. A license issued by Development Services is required to provide expanded outdoor alcohol service authorized under Second Substitute House Bill 1515 in the city of Spokane.
  1. A license for expanded outdoor alcohol service is an annual license.
  1. A detailed schematic/map of the expanded outdoor alcohol service area shall be approved prior to the issuance of a license for an expanded alcohol service area. The detailed map shall show the types of barriers or demarcations that indicate the space authorized for alcohol consumption and all designated entrance and exit points. Any barriers, barricades, or demarcations shall be capable of quick removal to allow entry and passage of emergency vehicles.
  1. In addition to the license required by this section, an expanded outdoor alcohol service area must be approved and authorized by the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.
  1. A person who engages in expanded alcohol service in public spaces without a license shall be guilty of a civil infraction in addition to any penalties set forth by the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.
  1. The expanded outdoor alcohol service program shall sunset on December 31, 2027, unless extended by the Washington State Legislature.
  1. The Development Services Center may develop program policies and procedures consistent with this section. Any public rule shall be adopted pursuant to Chapter 03.14 of the Spokane Municipal Code.

 

Date Passed: Monday, March 16, 2026

Effective Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026

ORD C36850 Section 5