Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Liquor Control Commission
On-Premises Licenses
Section R. 436.1419 - Outdoor service without approval prohibited; requirements for outdoor service if approval is granted

(1) An on-premises licensee shall not have outdoor service without the prior written approval of the commission.

(2) If approval for outdoor service is granted, then the on-premises licensee shall ensure that the outdoor service area is well-defined and clearly marked and the on-premises licensee shall not sell, or allow the consumption of, alcoholic liquor outdoors, except in the defined area.

(3) The commission may issue up to 12 daily temporary outdoor service permits to a licensee each calendar year upon written request of the licensee and approval of the chief law enforcement officer who has jurisdiction.