Businesses in Bowral could soon be forced to remove wares placed on display outside their shops if the Bowral Chamber of Commerce has its way.

Chamber president Graeme Day said he was becoming increasingly concerned about the number of businesses who were choosing to spill out onto the pavement.

While many traders used it as a ploy to entice customers inside, Mr Day said it was quickly turning Bowral into an eyesore in the eyes of many visitors.

He has asked Wingecarribee Shire Council's director of environment and planning Ray Darney to investigate the matter and take enforcement action if necessary.

As well as posing a substantial public liability risk for both council and the retailer, Mr Day is worried about the negative image such a picture brings to visitors.

The chamber is again set to discuss the matter at its meeting next Monday at The Briars.

"I will be pushing for council to crack down on this matter because not only does it detract from the look of the town, it's also dangerous," Mr Day said.

"You only have to take a walk down the street to notice the problem. Actually, the cafes are not the main culprits.

"I don't want to name individual shops but the worst part of town where it happens is around the Grand Arcade.

"In my view, there's only one shop displaying their wares on the pavement which adds to the look of the town, all the rest detract.

"Traders need to weigh up how many sales they actually make from off the streets and how many people turn away from all the clutter.

"I'll now be approaching council and asking them what the guidelines are, and to fine any traders who are in breach of the regulations."

Mr Day admitted there had been a mixed response to the plan from traders when raised at previous chamber meetings, and he was aware his views would not find favour with all business owners.

"At the last meeting there was a mixed range of views on this topic with some feeling that it was unfair," he said.

Mr Day said he spoke with council's director of environment and planning Ray Darney yesterday who asked him to put his concerns in writing.