Streatery Guidance
Overview
The Georgetown BID obtained DDOT Streatery permits to accommodate the following activities in the curb lanes along M Street, Wisconsin Avenue and some side streets:
- Social distancing for pedestrians
- Outdoor dining
- Retail
- Services
The Streatery permit will likely run as long as COVID-19 remains a public health threat and beyond. The BID plans to elevate the curb space onto a deck so it is flush with sidewalk providing additional user comfort and safety. Phased implementation of the deck should begin in 2020. This project reimagines how public space is used to enhance the visitor experience and support business.
How to Participate
For any business to use the Streatery curb lane space, the following steps must be completed:
- Read all BID and DDOT regulations and sign the Georgetown Streatery Use Agreement (see below)
- Participate in a Streatery 101 course provided by the BID
- Provide the BID a Certificate of Insurance (see BID Streatery Quick Reference Guide below)
Guidelines & Resources
If you are a BID-member business and are interested in a Streatery, or already have one, please refer to the following resources, guidelines, and user agreements:
BID Streatery Quick Reference Guide
BID Streatery 101 Presentation
BID Streatery Use Agreement
DDOT Streatery FAQs
DDOT Reopening Registration Form
DDOT Phase 2 Restaurant Requirements
DDOT Outdoor Dining Regulations
DDOT Insurance Requirements
ABRA Requirements for Outdoor Dining
Streatery Winter Ready Grant Program & Outdoor Dining
Winter Tent & Portable Heater Permitting Guide
New City Regulations for Dining During COVID (October 2020)
Who to Contact
For inquires about outdoor dining and joining the Streatery program, contact Maggie Downing at mdowning@georgetowndc.com
Already on board, but have questions about compliance or issues with barriers? Contact John Wiebenson at jwiebenson@georgetowndc.com
If you see rodents around a Streatery, contact Jorge Rochac at jrochac@georgetowndc.com
Share Your Streatery Photos
Score social media coverage! Send beautiful photos of your *compliant* outdoor dining to info@georgetowndc.com and you may be featured on the BID’s social media channels, or in the BIDness newsletter.
