Create new law governing alcohol sales with window and inspection requirements
In Plain English
The city currently regulates alcohol sales through existing permits and zoning rules. This new law adds requirements for businesses that sell alcohol to have storefront windows and submit to city inspections. The law also creates a "deemed approved" process for certain alcohol sales applications.
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Votes
Introduce ordinance and lay over two weeks for second reading
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