Parklet Program
2020 Parklet Update
We believe that public spaces where people can gather and interact, such as parklets, are an important asset to our community. However, in light of COVID-19, we will not be deploying our City-owned parklets for the 2020 season. This is a time of unprecedented uncertainty; we will post updates on the status of this program as available on this website.
Our Parklet Program
Parklets provide seasonal public space and are designed for people to relax and enjoy the city.
Parklets are an innovative way to add gathering space to public streets. Parklets are streetscape enhancements and provide amenities like seating, plantings, bike parking and/or public art. They are publicly accessible and open to all. Parklets are installed in the space adjacent to the curb (often a parking or loading zone) and are designed as an extension of the sidewalk. Some parklets are funded and maintained by neighboring businesses, residents or community organizations, and some are owned by the City of Minneapolis. These parklets are provided in collaboration with neighboring businesses and community organizations. Advertising and other commercial activities are not permitted in parklets.
Parklet program overview (pdf)
City-owned parklets: The City of Minneapolis owns three parklets that are hosted by various businesses each year. In 2019, city-owned parklets were hosted at the following locations:
- H. White Men’s Room (1500 44th Ave N)
- Sen Yai Sen Lek Thai (2422 Central Ave NE)
- Open Book (1011 Washington Ave S)
Image courtesy of Hyde Development
In 2017 and 2018, City staff conducted an evaluation of past parklet sites. See what parklet hosts had to say about their parklet experience: 2017 Parklet Host Survey Results (pdf)
Street Café Pilot Program
Street Café Pilot Program
A street café is a seasonal expansion of the existing sidewalk to be used for additional restaurant or business seating.
Street cafés operate as an extension of a business, are located in the space adjacent to the curb (often a parking or loading zone) and can be reserved for customer use only. For more information on the requirements for street cafes, see the Street Café Supplement (pdf)
How do I apply?
Manual
Application Materials
Resources from Other Cities
Previous Parklet Seasons
Contact Us
Last updated May 27, 2020