Dane County to allow for larger indoor gatherings, more restaurant seating under new public health order

MADISON, Wis. — Dane County leaders continue to ease restrictions on gatherings under a new public health order that goes into effect later this month.

Emergency Order #14 goes into effect on March 11. It expires on April 7.

Indoor gathering sizes are based on whether or not food or drinks will be served. Gatherings inside offering refreshments are limited to 150 guests. Indoor events not offering food or drinks are capped at 350 people.

Outdoor gatherings are limited to 500 people as long as people are able to maintain six feet of physical distancing.

The new order also allows for restaurants to serve more people. Later this month, restaurants will be able to serve up to 50 percent of approved-seating capacity. Indoor seating, up to 25% of approved seating capacity levels, will also be allowed at bars and taverns.

The new order still requires people to wear face coverings in public spaces.

Violation of the emergency order could result in a $1,000 fine, according to the City of Madison.

The public health orders will continue to be issued in 28 day increments, which is two incubation periods of COVID-19 illness, and are developed in response to the latest local data.

You can read about the new emergency order in detail here.

Dane County to allow for larger indoor gatherings, more restaurant seating under new public health order

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