PERMIT- Apply for Temporary patio program

Public Lands

You need a permit to install a temporary patio on a municipal road or a municipal parking lot.

Permits will not be granted for temporary patios on municipal roads with posted speed limits over 50 km/h.

There is no fee for a new application. All temporary patios on the municipal right-of-way are subject to enforcement.

Patio construction

If you require any construction for your temporary patio, such as building a wood platform, you must enter an encroachment agreement. For more information, email realtyservices@mississauga.ca or call 905.615.3200 ext. 5428.

Any platform that is higher than two feet above the average grade will also require a building permit.

Private Lands

No permit is required for temporary patios on private lands. However, restaurants should get permission from the property owner or property manager before installing a patio.

Your patio must adhere to design requirements and comply with the zoning regulations for temporary patios. These include:

1. Patios not permitted on required landscaped areas or landscaped buffers
2. Patios must maintain a setback of 6.0 m (19.7 ft.) from residential zones
3. Patios may occupy up to 50% of required parking spaces but not accessible parking spaces
4. Patios may not obstruct a driveway or parking aisle
5. Restaurants must make sure fire routes are clear and not blocked.

Full website can be found here: 
https://www.mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/business/licences-and-permits/temporary-patio-program/

If you need more information or have questions about temporary patio permits, email temporarypatio@mississauga.ca or call 905-615-3200 ext. 3039.