Does the city of Lyon really want to make the terraces disappear? | New
The place of terraces in the city is called into question. Since August 29, the City of Lyon has launched a consultation with the inhabitants of Lyon in order to establish a report on the perception of terraces and update the rules for terraces. So far, no problem. What mainly worries the professionals is the obvious orientation of the questions which imply that the terraces are threatened. The question we are now asking is: will we still be able to have drinks outside? Fingers crossed…
This major investigation, which will last until September 30, will be followed by a consultation meeting of users on October 13. And according to Geoffrey Clavel, president of the “coffee and brasserie” branch of the UMIH du Rhône (the first trade union in the sector), “most of the questions suggest an uncertain or very pessimistic future for our terraces” (The source Lyon Capital). We think of all the merchants who have already suffered from the regulations put in place during the Covid period… Hoping that they will be spared a little this time.
Closing at 11 p.m.?
Don’t panic, the terraces will not be forced to close permanently. But the question of seasonality arises. Today, the terraces are authorized from May to September, this period could be extended over the year. However, closing times are also questioned. Today, the terraces are authorized to be operated until 1 a.m., but this regulation could change to 11 p.m.. ” I am not necessarily in favor of a reduction in daily hours, but we can think about modifications, for example at 11 p.m., depending on the day of the week, or depending on the season. declared Valentin Lungenstrass, Deputy Mayor, in remarks relayed by Grandstand of Lyon.
Next on October 13…