Lincoln, ON – (April 6, 2022) – The Town of Lincoln will once again be fast-tracking seasonal tent requests and temporary patio approvals for restaurants, bars, and wineries to help strengthen economic recovery and support an “Open for Business” message throughout the Town of Lincoln.
With the Province moving towards a post-pandemic environment, the Town of Lincoln staff would like to provide the utmost support for Lincoln’s tourism and hospitality sector, to support recovery and economic growth. Staff will provide a quick turnaround for tent permits and temporary patio extensions, with an expected approval within 24-48 hours. Application fees for the 2022 temporary patio program will be waived to support Lincoln’s tourism and hospitality sector further.
“As provincial restrictions lift, we want to ensure that our restaurants, bars, and wineries can serve larger capacities to help with pandemic recovery,” said Town of Lincoln Mayor Sandra Easton. “Although COVID-19 is still circulating in the community, we understand the pandemic’s impact on Lincoln’s tourism and hospitality sector. We are here to play a supportive role in their road to recovery.”
“To help reduce red-tape for local businesses, staff will ensure a quick turnaround for all tent and patio applications during the 2022 calendar year,” said Town of Lincoln CAO Mike Kirkopoulos. “I strongly encourage all tourism and hospitality businesses to take advantage of the expedited process and apply for a temporary tent and patio extension this summer to support residents and visitors alike.”
Tourism and hospitality operators looking to expand or create temporary patios can contact Matt Bruder, Director, Planning and Development, at mbruder@lincoln.ca. Town staff will work with applicants to help them understand how they can safely operate an outdoor patio during the 2022 patio season. This is the third summer that Lincoln has expedited temporary patio expansions to support Lincoln’s businesses.
Town residents and visitors are encouraged to support our local restaurants, bars, and wineries by visiting ShopLincoln.ca to discover everything Lincoln offers.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Liliana Busnello
Manager of Corporate Communications
Town of Lincoln
Direct: 905-563-2799 ext. 230
Tel: 905-563-8205