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Committee considers interim rule to bar off-premises alcohol outlets within 500 feet of schools, parks and libraries
Summary
Staff proposed an interim zoning policy to prohibit new off-premises alcohol outlets within 500 feet of public assets including schools, parks, libraries and transit centers. The measure would exclude grocery stores, hotels, pharmacies and on-premises outlets; a public hearing was scheduled if council adopts the interim language.
City planning staff presented an interim zoning policy that would prohibit new off-premises alcohol outlets within 500 feet of specified public assets — schools, parks, libraries, transit centers and similar facilities — to reduce potential public-safety and health impacts near those assets.
Adam McDaniel explained the interim proposal is modeled on existing zoning standards used for marijuana businesses and would protect public assets while preserving legal…
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