What's included
- Solid decked roof over walkways and entrances
- Keeps storefronts and lobbies open
- Lighting and signage can be added
- Can double as a work platform above
- Planned around encroachment permits
Keep the business open during the work
Facade repairs, window replacement, and roof work above a sidewalk put people below at risk. A canopy puts a solid roof between them and the work. The store stays open, the office lobby stays usable, and the crew above doesn't have to stop every time someone walks by.
This comes up often on older commercial streets in Orange County, where buildings sit right on the sidewalk line. Downtown Anaheim, Old Towne Orange, downtown Fullerton, and downtown Santa Ana are good examples.
Permits come first
A canopy over a public sidewalk sits in the public right-of-way. Most cities, Anaheim included, require an encroachment permit from Public Works before it goes up. We'll give you the layout and dimensions your permit application needs. Build the permit time into your schedule; it is often the longest lead item.
Sidewalk Canopies & Pedestrian Protection: questions
Do I need a permit for a sidewalk canopy in Anaheim?
If it sits on or over the public sidewalk, you almost always need an encroachment permit from the City of Anaheim Public Works. Canopies built entirely on private property usually don't need one. Check with the city for your address.
Can the canopy support a work platform?
Yes, if it is designed for it. A canopy that doubles as a platform needs to be rated for the work load on top, and may need engineering.