PA Easing Some COVID-19 Restrictions Sunday: What To Know

PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania will ease some coronavirus restrictions this weekend, as announced by Gov. Tom Wolf in mid-March.

The measures will impact restaurant and retail capacity, bar service, event size and more.

Here's a look at what will change on April 4:

INDOOR DINING

Indoor restaurant capacity will increase to 75 percent for those that have participated in the state's self-certification process. Those that have not self-certified can raise capacity to 50 percent. You can learn more about the self-certification process and requirements here.

"Outdoor dining, curbside pick-up and takeout are still encouraged," the governor said when announcing the changes to the restrictions.

BAR SERVICE

After nearly a year of being prohibited, bar service can resume. Alcoholic drinks can be served without the purchase of food and the curfew for removing alcoholic drinks from tables will be lifted. MORE: Pennsylvania Bars To Reopen: What To Know

BUSINESS CAPACITY

Capacity for other businesses also will be increased effective April 4. Personal services facilities, gyms and entertainment facilities (casinos, theaters, malls) can increase capacity to 75 percent.

EVENTS

The maximum occupancy for indoor events will go to 25 percent of maximum occupancy, regardless of venue size. Maximum occupancy limits for outdoor events will go to 50 percent of maximum occupancy, regardless of venue size. Maximum occupancy is permitted only if attendees and workers are able to comply with the 6-foot physical distancing requirement.

TELEWORKING

Telework for businesses will be "highly encouraged," where previously it was mandated unless it was not possible.

You can see the updated order here.