Northern Kentucky city places zoning, legal restrictions on vape shops

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SOUTHGATE, Ky. (WXIX) – A Northern Kentucky town passed a zoning ordinance that restricts where vape shops can be.

On June 3, Southgate City Council unanimously passed the amendment following a series of public presentations.

“Unanimous passage of Southgate’s vape zoning ordinance reflects our commitment to protecting our residents, especially our kids, from the harmful effects of tobacco and e-cigarette use,” said Southgate Mayor Jim Hamberg, who spearheaded the ordinance in collaboration with the city’s administration.

The newly approved ordinance includes the following provisions for vape shops:

• Must be at least 1,200 feet away from schools, daycares, playgrounds, and youth-focused organized.
• Must be at least 600 feet from other vape shops.
• Unaccompanied minors are prohibited from entering the store.
• Alcohol sales are prohibited.
• Stores cannot be licensed as food service establishments.
• Stores are prohibited from having drive-through or drive-up window transactions.
• Store hours are limited to 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Southgate leaders say the purpose of the ordinance is to promote wellness for families and to invest in the community’s future.

“I’m proud of the collaboration between our administration and Council to uphold Southgate’s standards for a safe, healthy, and family-focused community,” Mayor Hamberg said.

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