HOUSTON – Houston now has its first alcohol-free zone near a daycare.
The ordinance was passed Wednesday, July 26 during the city council meeting. It goes into effect immediately.
It’s specifically for The Heights neighborhood, near The Heights Preschool and Early Learning Center, off Oxford.
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The city ordinance is similar to current state law which automatically bans alcohol sales from within 300 feet of a school, church or public hospital. However, individual daycares must request this restriction.
“This is targeted at bars and liquor stores, essentially. So, restaurants will still be able to come into the area if they want to open a restaurant nearby, they’ll be able to sell alcohol along with their food,” said Council member Mike Knox.
Knox added that the ordinance only applies to new businesses.
“It has no impact on existing facilities or businesses,” Knox said.
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