FAQ

A parklet is generally described as an extension to an existing business or community space, by the placement of a temporary outdoor structure for seating, dining and/or social use on a portion of the adjoining road in front of a Premise.  Typically, parklets are designed to be installed within existing parking spaces located directly in front of the Premises and at the same width as the frontage of the Premises to which it relates.

The benefits of parklets as described on page 26 of the ‘Strathalbyn District Centre: Traffic, Parking and Streetscape Plan’ include:

- Additional public gathering space for people of all ages to sit, relax and socialise

- A safer town centre environment through passive surveillance and heightened visibility and street presence

- Opportunities to green the streetscape

- Increase economic activity, particularly for retail and hospitality providers

- Business opportunities for local hospitality providers to extend their floor space for al fresco dining

- Change the way the community views public space and the use of car parking space

- Enhance safety by slowing vehicle speeds.

 In this instance, the proprietor of the Strath Corner Bakery, located at 3/1 Dawson Street, Strathalbyn, is seeking to place a parklet within an existing car parking bay located along the frontage of the premises. 

If a council proposes to grant an alteration or permit for a Parklet that results in any part of a road being fenced, enclosed or partitioned so as to impede the passing of traffic to a material degree, the Council must first undertake public consultation. The outcomes from the Public consultation process will be provided to Council for decision as to whether to proceed with allowing a Parklet to be included and assessed as part of the Development Application process.

All costs associated with the design, build, maintenance and approvals for a Parklet are the full responsibility and cost of the applicant. Additionally, an annual fee is charged in accordance with Council’s Annual Fees and Charges for the parklet and the square metres of space used. 

Significant capital business investment is required in order to install a Parklet. Should the Parklet proceed, it is proposed to provide a 5 year term to the proprietor of the Strath Corner Bakery. The term would be reviewed prior to expiry of the 5 years.