Parklet & Street Cafe Program

Eligibility Checklist

This form is the first step to apply for the City of Minneapolis Parklet and Street Cafe program. Please fill the form below and our team will get back to you.


Once our team has approved the location of your parklet, we will encourage you to fill the formal parklet application.

 

Applicant Details

 

First and last name of the person who will be the primary point of contact

 

A valid and reachable email where the responses to this application will be sent. This will be the City's primary mode of contact though this application process.

 
Phone
 

 

Organization or Business Details

 
 

Please indicate the address where the parklet or street cafe would be located. If you are applying for more than one location, please fill one form per location.

 
 

You can find the complete parklet and street cafe manual available here. The following questions will make reference to details in the manual.


The manual has been updated as of March 2024. If you have a older copy, it's recommended you download the newest version from the link above.


If you have questions, please email our team at parklets@minneapolismn.gov before continuing with this form.


If you have read and understand its contents, please select the box below.

 

 

Please select whether you are applying for a parklet or a street cafe.


Parklets are open, public spaces with no table service.


Street cafes can only be used by the business' patrons, can have table service and are not open to the public.

 

Optimal locations for a parklet meet the following requirements:


1. Be located in or near business areas or activity centers

2. Located in an unrestricted parking space (No signs limiting parking, such as No parking, or parking only during specific hours)

3. Located in a street without a steep slope

4. Is located at least:

  • 20 ft from a bus stop
  • 15 ft from a catch basin (storm water drain)
  • 30 ft from a stop sign

5. Does not block access to public utilities, fire hydrants, alleys or driveways


Does your site meet the requirements above? If you are not sure, please detail your answer.

 
 


  • Street level refers to installing the chairs and tables directly on the street where the parking spots are. No raised platform needed.
  • Sidewalk level refers to a parklet or street cafe installed over a raised platform that brings the entire structure to the same level as the sidewalk.


Each type of installation has its own safety requirements. Select your preferred structure to see specific details.

 

Neighborhood support is an integral part of a successful parklet. Please provide letter(s) of support from neighboring businesses or organizations towards your application.


Attached files can be PDF, Microsoft Word, or image files (for scanned documents)

Drop your files here
 

 

The City does not provide design services, however if you have questions about how to get started contact us at parklets@minneapolismn.gov

 

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