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Edmonton eases rules on outdoor patios - April 17, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

Edmonton restaurants and bars should find it easier and cheaper to open outdoor patios this year.

"We have such a short summer we might as well get out there and enjoy it," said Coun. Kerry Diotte, who questioned why city hall took so long.

"I am concerned somewhat in the fact Don (Iveson) and Ben (Henderson) and I asked for this almost a year ago."

The smaller sidewalk cafes which don't serve alcohol should win approval immediately.

Larger patios that will be serving alcohol will still have to wait four to six weeks to get the go ahead.

Rules will be in place to help the city keep an eye on the patio furniture set out by bars and restaurants.

"Its to stop someone throwing junk furniture out there that doesn't match ... that we're not just taking an old sofa and throwing it out there and calling it furniture," said Coun. Ben Henderson.

Larger patios will now pay $100 per year, while smaller patios will pay $25. Also for the first time businesses can keep a patio open year round if they so wish.

"The purpose was to get some outdoor activity," said Coun. Kim Krushell. "We think we achieved that."

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ELHOMBREVIENTO – TIERRA – LOS PATIOS – Video - April 15, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

ELHOMBREVIENTO - TIERRA - LOS PATIOS

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Champion Windows, Siding - April 14, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

Champion Windows, Siding Patios
Mark Hudak of Champion Windows shows Dorene Michaels how to improve the energy efficiency of your home.

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Mark Reuter from Reuter Homes talking about patios and French doors – Video - April 14, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

Mark Reuter from Reuter Homes talking about patios and French doors
Custom outdoor patios and French doors by ReuterHomes.com.

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Porches vs. Patios - April 14, 2013 by Mr HomeBuilder

A brick patio with wooden patio posts and a cover of canvas curtains. The back ground has green grass, a birdbath and hammock.iStock / Vallarie Enriquez

Are you thinking of hiring a deck builder to build a new porch or deck for your house? While it could be a good investment, it might not be the most effective expenditure. If you need to landscape your yard as well as create an outdoor living space for yourself, a patio built into your landscaping might be a more efficient use of resources. Building a patio into your yard also is time efficient.

If you are considering building an outdoor living space to improve your house's curb value and you want to start showing your house as soon as possible, then bypass the deck and go right to building a patio.

A good landscaper or landscape designer should be able to guide you through the process of building a patio into your existing landscape. Before you hire the landscaper or landscape designer, be sure to check his or her references. Go to see patios that he or she has built or designed before, to see if the work is durable and up to your standards. If all is a go, then have some fun choosing materials with the landscaper.

Flagstone or slate tiles are a classic material for a backyard patio floor. Also look into cement pavers. Cement pavers come in many different shapes and sizes, and can give you some flexibility with design. Another option is to create a gravel or rock-covered patio ground covering. Solid stone slabs are pricey, but look luxe. Another option for a patio floor material is brick, which is durable and classic.

The way that you edge around the patio will help to create a patio that rivals a deck's independence from the rest of the yard. Shrubs, flower beds, rocks, or pathways are options for edging around a patio. You can also erect trellises, arbors, or fences, or build a pergola over your patio for shade. A raised garden bed or a small wall in the center or near the edge of a patio can help to define the space. To make your patio really stand out, be sure to add dimensionality with built structures and edging.

For patio inspiration, I recommend looking at Minneapolis-area landscaper Switzer's Nursery & Landscaping's photos of patio alternatives to decks on Hometalk.com. It's a great inspirational starting point for building a patio as an alternative to a deck.

Chaya Kurtz writes for Networx.com.

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