Old Town Newhall Outdoor Dining

The Old Town Newhall Outdoor Dining Program promotes the safe, attractive, and vibrant use of public spaces in Old Town Newhall. By supporting property owners and tenants in establishing outdoor dining areas within the public right-of-way, the program aims to enhance the Arts & Entertainment District and create a lively atmosphere in the commercial core of Old Town.

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Step 1: Fill out the Old Town Newhall Outdoor Dining Application.

Step 2: Prepare a site plan that clearly shows the proposed placement of all tables, planters, fencing, and umbrellas. A 5-foot minimum walkway must be maintained for pedestrian access.

Step 3: Provide a project description indicating the business’s hours of operation and outdoor dining proposal.

Step 4: Fill out the W9 Form.

Step 5: Obtain the appropriate insurance documents. The City of Santa Clarita requires the following insurance documents for all Outdoor Dining permits:

  • Certificate of Insurance including policy numbers, effective dates, and policy limits (combined single limit
    of $5,000,000 per occurrence)
  • General liability endorsement with the City of Santa Clarita named as an additional insured
  • Proof of liquor liability coverage (if business serves alcohol)
  • Proof of workers compensation coverage and waiver of subrogation for the policy

 

Step 6: Provide all application materials in person at the City of Santa Clarita’s Permit Center at 23920 Valencia Blvd or email them to Emily Rubalcava, Assistant Planner II at erubalcava@santaclarita.gov.

Step 7: Renew your insurance documents yearly. 

Need Help?

If you have any questions regarding the Old Town Newhall Outdoor Dining Program, feel free to contact Emily Rubalcava, Assistant Planner II by email at  erubalcava@santaclarita.gov or by calling 661-255-4317.