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City to Start Reviewing Applications for Outdoor Dining Encumbrance Permits Starting March 10, 2026

The City has announced that staff will start reviewing and renewing applications for the 2026 outdoor dining season starting May 01, 2026. Businesses wanting to operate an outdoor café on public property in 2026 can apply for approval by submitting an application through the City's online permitting portal.

Tue Mar 24

Board of Adjustment

7:00 PM
Eileen Dondero Foley City Council Chambers, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Thu Dec 17

Sustainability Committee

6:30 PM
Conference Room A, Municipal Complex, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Thu Nov 19

Sustainability Committee

6:30 PM
Conference Room A, Municipal Complex, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Thu Oct 22

Sustainability Committee

6:30 PM
Conference Room A, Municipal Complex, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Thu Sep 24

Sustainability Committee

6:30 PM
Conference Room A, Municipal Complex, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Thu Aug 27

Sustainability Committee

6:30 PM
Conference Room A, Municipal Complex, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Thu Jul 23

Sustainability Committee

6:30 PM
Conference Room A, Municipal Complex, One Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801