Applications for the Town of Oakville’s 2025 Patio Program are Now Open!
What’s new in 2025?
- Patio permit and parking space rental fees have been updated for 2025. Fees are based on the type of patio you are looking to set up and more information can be found on the Patio Permit Application Process web page on oakville.ca.
- A valid Town of Oakville business licence number will be required to apply for a patio permit in 2025. If you are a new business and do not yet have a business licence, please contact the Town of Oakville by email.
- Moderate levels of outdoor music (max 50 dBA) will be permitted on patios in the Bronte Village, Downtown Oakville and Kerr Village business improvement areas (BIAs) until 10PM daily.
- Patios located within mixed-use and commercial areas outside of the BIAs will be permitted to have moderate levels of outdoor music until 7 p.m. A moderate level of outdoor music is defined as not exceeding 50 dBA at any ‘Point of Reception’ on a residential property where sound is received.
- Temporary liquor licence extensions will be required if you have a valid liquor licence and want to serve alcohol on your patio. This is a separate process from your patio application. Starting from 2025, there will be a fee associated with this process. For more information, please visit the Liquor Licence web page on oakville.ca.
You can now apply for a patio permit online through Oakville.ca. Before applying, visit the Patio Permit Application Process page for information on how to apply and what to expect after applying.
Please note, if you want to guarantee a patio permit by May 1, you should apply for a permit no later than April 1.
All patios, bistros and outdoor displays must have a valid Town of Oakville permit prior to installation and operation. The Seasonal Commercial Patio Program does not include patios located on private property or in public parks. If you are interested in operating a patio on private property or within a public park, please contact patios@oakville.ca.