T he City of Coral Gables is temporarily relaxing Zoning Code requirements to allow restaurants to expand their dining area into the sidewalk, parking space in front of their business, and adjacent city owned or private property. The new order, signed by the City Manager, expedites the approval of open-air dining permits. This temporary order provides small restaurants with the extra space they need to safely serve guests, consistent with ADA requirements. Coral Gables is committed to creating opportunities that keep customers safe while allowing our business community to thrive. For more information, visit www.coralgables.com/sidewalkcafe or to download the application, click here . We are here to help! Please email us with any questions at business@coralgables.com . 

The Coral Gables Police Department has created this flyer to guide businesses in their reopening efforts. Click on the image below to see the full flyer.

Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Program. The SBA is still accepting PPP loan applications from small businesses. We encourage our business community to participate in this program while funds are still available with an SBA qualified lender. It is important to note that the PPP loan has a forgiveness clause applicable to any borrower that can show they used at least 75 percent of the loan for payroll as well as other requirements. In addition to payroll costs including benefits; the proceeds from this loan can be used to pay interest on mortgage obligations, incurred before February 15, 2020; rent, under lease agreements in force before February 15, 2020; and utilities for which service began before February 15, 2020.