Policy information sourced from Hammersmith & Fulham Planning Guidance
TR25 Tables and chairs
The placing of tables and chairs outside premises on the public highway will normally require planning permission because it will involve a change in the use of the land on which they are placed. The use of a private forecourt for purposes which are ancillary to the main use of the building itself will not normally require planning permission.
It is not considered generally practical to provide tables and chairs within a depth of less than 1.5 metres from the building line allowing for space to reach the table. Applications for tables and chairs in particular types of location will be considered as follows:
- A minimum width of 3.5 m clear and unobstructed footway will usually be required in Town Centres.
- A minimum width of 1.8 m clear and unobstructed footway will usually be required outside Town Centres.
- In both above locations where there is a high level of footfall, even over short bursts, a greater width of clear and unobstructed footway than specified above will be required.
For more information please see the Hammersmith & Fulham Planning Guidance