We are no longer accepting bar seating plan approvals. Licensed premise shall follow the State guidance and may utilize their bar seating area. Read State guidance:
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/safety-standards-and-checklist-restaurantsBar seating is permitted provided that either:
1. There are no active work areas or working staff behind the bar at least 6 ft away; or
2. There is a physical barrier (e.g. Plexi-glass) separating customers from the bar space that is at least 30 inches high and a gap/opening at the bottom of the barrier is allowed for food and drink service as long as the gap/opening is no more than 8 inches high
3. In addition, parties must be seated at bars (no standing customer service) and parties must be spaced at least 6 ft from other parties
4. Subject to any applicable building and fire code requirements, bar areas may be re- configured to accommodate table seating that complies with all spacing and other requirements in these COVID-19 safety standards. Tables must not be placed within 6 feet of the staffed bartending area.