CHIS Streetscape- tables and chairs
Maggie ShaplandStreetscape- the term which describes all that one sees in a street in addition to buildings, such as pavements, street furniture, traffic and other signs. Whereas attention is often paid to preserving buildings, especially in Conservation Areas, the streetscape is often overwhelmed by unecessary clutter and poor workmanship.
Unauthorised tables and chairs on pavements blocking the pavement.
POLICY FOR REGULATING THE PLACING OF TABLES AND CHAIRS ON THE HIGHWAY
There has been a 6 week consultation with the following persons:-
(a) Avon and Somerset Police
(b) Holders of Premises licenses under the Licensing Act 2003
(c) Local residents groups
(d) Local business representatives
In Clifton village for example, the arrangement of tables and chairs outside of some licensed premises has created difficulties for wheelchair users. Aesthetically it is also noticeable that the increase in the variety of street furniture being used by traders does not always contribute to the street scene.
Any consultation responses be reported to a meeting of the Licensing Special Purposes Sub Committee convened to consider the adoption of policy with a view to it taking effect at the end of 2010
- Issue of Permissions: A permission will be issued for a maximum period of twelve months. All permissions will expire, unless renewed, by the date specified in the permission. If a cheque for a permission fee renewal is dishonoured by a bank this will result in the revocation of the permission unless payment of the outstanding fees is made within 5 working days.
- The council has arranged for its Licensing Committee and/or delegated officers to deal with matters relating to the granting of permission to place tables and chairs on the highway.
- Fees will be set to reflect the cost of operating the scheme and will be reviewed on an annual basis.
- A clear pedestrian route shall be maintained for those walking past the premises. This should preferably be adjacent to the kerb to ensure that most pedestrians and particularly those with visual impairments can maintain their regular route. There should normally be a minimum width of 1.8 metres. Emergency exits from adjacent buildings must not be obstructed by the seating area.
Planning applications
- The Boston Tea Party 39 Regent Street Bristol BS8 4HR
Application No. 11/01792/F
Proposal Proposed change of use of the highway to allow the placement of tables and chairs on the pavement.- 6 January 2012: Appeal allowed with the proviso that ony 2 tables and 4 chairs are placed outside as opposed 6 tables and 12 chairs
- August: Now gone to appeal.
- March 2011: Refused due to inadequate pavement width.
Streetscape section shows recommended policy regarding pavement widths
Useful websites:
- Streetscape in a conservation area. Excellent article from the Building Conservation Directory 1996.
- Redland and Cotham Amenities Society
- Bristol Civic Society
- Network of Residents' Association
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Bristol City Council Use the A-z index to find
roads and pavements, fly posting, prominent satellite dishes
Call 0117 922 3838 about:
- Manhole covers
- Pavements
- Roads
- Kerbs
- Street nameplates
- Bollards
- Overhanging trees and shrubs
- Obstructions
- Spillages