Outdoor Eating Permit

How to Apply

1. Prepare Your Documentation

Ensure you have digital copies of all relevant documents, including:

  • Food Act 2008 Certificate of Registration
  • Public liability insurance
2. Provide Plans and Visuals

Submit a detailed, scaled plan and supporting visuals, including:

Plan to scale and specification of the proposed eating area, showing:

  • The position of tables, chairs, and any structures proposed within the outdoor eating facility
  • The location and dimensions of the proposed outdoor eating facility

Plan to scale and specification of the broader surrounding area (within 30 metres beyond the boundaries of the proposed eating area), showing:

  • All nearby carriageways, footpaths, public facilities, public places, streets, and street alignments
  • Colour photographs of the tables, chairs, umbrellas, or other structures intended for use in the outdoor eating facility
3. Apply Online
  • If you wish to set up an outdoor eating area, you must apply for an Outdoor Eating Facility Permit here.
  • Permits are valid for 12 months, and renewal applications can be submitted here.
4. Payment

Once your application is received, the Environmental Health Services Team will contact you regarding payment. The application will not be processed until payment has been made.

To view the current fees and charges for an Outdoor Eating Permit, please refer to the Town’s Schedule of Fees and Charges here.

If you have any questions, please contact The Environmental Health Services Team on (08) 9347 6000 or via email mail@cambridge.wa.gov.au

Additional information

The Outdoor Eating Facility Guidelines(PDF, 582KB) provide requirements for the establishment of alfresco dining areas within the Town.

These guidelines should be read in conjunction with the Use of Local Government Property and Public Places Policy.

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