The Jaén City Council has authorized a 30-minute extension to terrace closing hours during the summer period, responding to a request from the capital's hospitality sector, represented by Hosturjaen. The measure will be in effect until September 30th.
The Second Deputy Mayor and Councilor for Urban Planning, África Colomo, explained that this temporary extension aims to compensate for the delayed use of terraces during the day due to high temperatures, allowing them to operate until 1:30 AM. The councilor noted that this measure has been implemented in other cities and will be executed responsibly by the sector.
The municipal decree highlights that the high summer temperatures shift citizen activity towards the late afternoon and evening, making it advisable to temporarily adapt terrace operating conditions to balance economic activity with the enjoyment of public space.
Additionally, the sector's request regarding the use of high tables for standing consumption has been addressed, permitting their use until 10:30 PM, coinciding with the "tardeo" (afternoon social gathering) hours. This modification is made without altering the authorized surface area, maximum capacity, or accessibility conditions. The installation of new elements such as auxiliary bars or music equipment is not permitted.
Councilor Colomo stated that these types of adjustments demonstrate the flexibility of the regulations and the ordinance's openness to public participation. The ordinance also regulates aspects such as capacity, cleaning, the use and collection of furniture, and requires a municipal opening license and being up-to-date with local administration debts to obtain the specific permit for outdoor seating.
Continued non-compliance with established measures, such as capacity or cleaning rules, could lead to the loss of the license. Terrace installations must strictly adhere to what is authorized, without exceeding the granted surface area or increasing constituent elements. The regulations also govern placement on the roadway, aesthetic conditions, and limitations due to landscape or historical heritage, prohibiting furniture with advertising.
