Streatery Program and Protest Process Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2024

This resolution declares an emergency to temporarily extend the Streatery Program past December 31, 2024, allowing outdoor dining to continue while permanent rules are finalized. The bill mandates that alcohol businesses obtain a three-year streatery endorsement starting in 2025 and requires a 45-day public comment period for new applications to enable neighborhood groups to file protests. Additionally, it clarifies that locations under the Washington Convention and Sports Authority with commercial street frontage are eligible to register for the program. These changes directly affect restaurants and bars operating in public spaces and the organizations that review their applications.