CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. - The Cheektowaga Town Board has unanimously voted to impose a 90-day moratorium on permits or approvals for all prospective adult-oriented businesses. During that period, the board has granted itself the right to “modify or vary” any elements of the existing adult ordinance.
“Current regulations for adult-use establishments are out of date and probably do not protect the health, safety and general welfare of town residents,” board supervisor James J. Jankowiak told the Buffalo News.
While the moratorium is in effect, town officials will look into issues such as how close to community areas (i.e. schools and churches), prospective adult businesses are able to locate. Currently, the distance is 500 feet, but several officials think it should be increased to 1,500 feet.
“It’s under discussion now, and we will be coming back with an amendment that will be more compatible with family uses,” council member Thomas M. Johnson, told the Buffalo News.
