The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) is simplifying the outdoor dining application process by issuing conditional approvals to hundreds of restaurants ahead of the April 1 dining season. This initiative aims to eliminate bureaucratic delays and ensure restaurants are ready to operate as warmer weather approaches. The DOT has processed nearly 3,800 applications and plans to permit 3,000 outdoor dining setups, encouraging vibrant public spaces that have proven vital for restaurant survival since the program's inception.
The DOT has been sending conditional approval letters to all roadway dining applicants that have completed a legally mandated public hearing since Monday.
Outdoor dining on our sidewalks and roadways has been a lifeline for many restaurants, and we are cutting through red tape to ensure that thousands of restaurants will be up and running.
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