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Ogden staff propose massage‑business licensing ordinance to tighten local oversight
Summary
City staff proposed a local ordinance aligning business licensing with state DOPL rules, including set hours (8 a.m.–10 p.m.), employee rosters on license, visible human‑trafficking notices, main‑entrance requirements, inspection and annual renewal to improve enforcement and distinguish legitimate operators from illegal activity.
City staff introduced a proposed massage‑business licensing ordinance on Oct. 21 that would align local rules with the state Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) and add local enforcement tools.
The proposal would set standard business hours (8 a.m.–10 p.m.), require that patrons remain in designated massage rooms while receiving services, prohibit on‑site alcoholic beverage sales and adult‑oriented merchandise, and require owners to…
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