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Prohibits the operation of an adult entertainment business within 1000 feet of a school, place of worship, or etc.
In Assembly Committee · Economic Development · Sponsor George Latimer
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Title of bill
An act to amend the general municipal law, in relation to prohibiting the location of an adult entertainment business within one thousand feet of certain public places
Purpose
This bill would prohibit the operation of an adult entertainment business within 1000 feet of any public place of worship, any school or bus stop, any municipal or county playground or place designated for public recreation, or any area zoned for residential use.
Summary of provisions
Article 13-E is added to the General Municipal Law.
Justification
Due to the controversial and potentially offensive nature of adult entertainment establishments, safeguards limiting their proximity to family and child oriented public places must be implemented. By providing for a zoning restriction of 1000 feet, this bill installs a significant buffer between these sensitive public spaces and adult entertainment businesses. Municipalities may, however, exercise a great deal of discretion in this matter by promulgating local ordinances that permit variance from this rule.
The proliferation of adult oriented businesses in areas where community members find them obtrusive and/or offensive necessitates the streamlined zoning regulation contained in this bill. The allowance for local override ensures that municipalities remain fully able to regulate the location of these establishments in keeping with community values and standards.
Legislative history
2007-2008 S.4141/A.1215 2005-06, S.3225/A.5009; 2004, S.6463/A.9981.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become law.
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