§ 4-31. Nudity prohibited in licensed and permitted establishments.  


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  • The purpose of this section is to best protect and assist the owners, operators, and employees of licensed and permitted establishments, as well as the patrons of such establishments and the public in general; to prevent harm stemming from the physical immediacy and combination of alcohol, nudity, and sex; to prevent any subliminal endorsement of sexual harassment or activities likely to lead to the possibility of various criminal conduct, such as prostitution, sexual assault, or disorderly conduct; and to protect and reflect the prevailing community standards within the city.

    (1)

    Conditions prohibited. It is unlawful for any licensee or permittee to permit or to allow any nudity at or upon the licensed or permitted premises.

    (2)

    Sale of alcohol. It is unlawful for any on-sale licensee to sell alcohol for consumption in a location from which displays of nudity may be viewed.

    (3)

    Violation. A violation of this section is a misdemeanor, and is justification for revocation or suspension of any license or permit issued pursuant to this chapter. A suspension or revocation does not take effect until the licensee or permittee has been afforded an opportunity for a hearing pursuant to this chapter. This section does not preclude other civil remedies, including injunctive relief, pending the outcome of the hearing.

(Ord. No. 2015-011, § 1, 7-28-15)