Some restaurants in Ottawa’s ByWard Market are bracing for a significant financial blow after the National Capital Commission (NCC) informed them they have to close their patios while renovations take place in the Clarendon and York courtyards.The NCC says that work is being done in the historic courtyards on Clarendon Lane starting in August.
In a statement to CTV News Ottawa, the Crown corporation says the closures will be to facilitate work in the area that will “preserve heritage elements, improve access and update storm water management.”
Business owners and managers say the NCC’s decision to close their patios was done with little consultation and is going to have devastating consequences at the height of patio season in one of the most picturesque and sought after spots in the city.
At Dark Fork, which sits on George Street near Sussex Drive, owner Moe Alameddine says he set up his patio in the courtyard just weeks ago. Now, he has to take it all down.
“We spent money and time and a lot of effort to make this happen. And suddenly you cut us? This is not acceptable,” he said.
Alaeddine says he was told about the work two weeks ago and was caught off guard.
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