Parklets and Street-Side Dining
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Hobart City Council is inviting expressions of interest through its Parklet and Street-Side Dining Program, which transforms on-street parking spaces into vibrant, accessible public areas for dining, resting, and community connection. Scope The program includes: Program One: short-term parklet or street-side dining installation Program Two: long-term parklet or street-side dining installation Applicants may apply for Program One and/or Program Two, with each program offering the option of a parklet or street-side dining. Eligibility The program is open to local businesses, property owners and community groups Information Requested Applications must include, at a minimum: Completed application form A sketch or photos showing the location of the parking space, clearly identifying roads, surrounding businesses and existing street infrastructure, applicable to Programs One and Two A sketch showing the proposed furniture layout, including dimensions and any plants or greening proposed, applicable to Program Two Applicants are encouraged to ask their neighbouring businesses, residents or property owners to submit a Statement of Support. How to Apply The current Expression of Interest (EOI) period is open from Monday, 21 September 2026 until Friday, 16 October 2026. During this period, applicants can apply for Program One and/or Program Two using the online application form. For information about permits to occupy a public space (outdoor dining), including new applications and amendments to existing permits, see the permits for public spaces page. Enquiries For further assistance, contact parklets@hobartcity.com.au
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