PITTSBURGH, PA — Mayor Corey O’Connor has signed a new City of Pittsburgh zoning ordinance that bans new vape shops, smoke shops and similar retailers from neighborhood commercial districts.
The city said the ordinance is intended to promote neighborhood quality of life, community health, and diverse and vibrant business districts. It regulates and limits retailers that primarily sell tobacco, e-cigarettes, vapes, smoking accessories, and certain cannabinoid products.
City officials at the ceremonial bill signing included Councilman Bobby Wilson of District 1, Councilperson Bob Charland of District 3, Council President Daniel Lavelle of District 6, and Councilperson Erika Strassburger of District 8, who sponsored the legislation. Former District 2 Councilwoman Theresa Kail-Smith was also listed by the city as a sponsor.
The ordinance is now in effect. The Department of City Planning’s Zoning Division and the Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections will regulate the new rules, according to the city’s announcement.
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