Council adopts code change to make tattoo studios permitted in Central Commercial zone

Sep 11, 2026

The council adopted Ordinance 26-879 to amend city code section 154.063, making tattoo uses a permitted rather than conditional use in the C-3 Central Commercial zoning district; staff said the intent is to ease business startup for tattoo operators.

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The Hutchinson City Council voted to adopt Ordinance 26-879, which amends Section 154.063 of the city code to change tattoo uses in the C-3 Central Commercial zoning district from a conditional-use permit to a permitted use. City staff described the change as a way to reduce permitting barriers for business owners seeking to locate in the C-3 district.

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