No street furniture fees for restaurants for 2024 as Minister O’Brien seeks extension to regulations

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O'Brien TD, is seeking to waive street furniture licence fees for tables and chairs associated with outdoor dining for the remainder of 2024.

The regulations, which come before the Joint Oireachtas Committee today, are being introduced to support businesses such as hotels, restaurants, public houses or other establishments where food is sold for consumption on the premises.

Commenting, Minister O'Brien said:

"Despite the unpredictable weather, many businesses have retained their outdoor dining offering and we can see outdoor dining thriving in some areas.

"This is just one measure which the Government are taking to support businesses which we know are under pressure. In addition, there is no fee for awnings, canopies and heaters associated with outdoor dining.

"With a saving of approximately €125 per table we are removing a financial burden which can place additional pressure on a small café or restaurant. I am very glad to extend the provisions of these regulations for 2024."

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