Chapter 9.04 — PROHIBITION OF HOOKAH LOUNGES AND SIMILAR

9.04.010 Definitions. ¶

As set out here, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings:

(a) “Hookah” shall mean a water pipe made of metal or other material, usually decorated and shaped somewhat like a bottle or small tank, with a long, flexible cord pipe, also known as shisha, nargile, hubble bubble, nap and Turkish water pipe.

(b) “Hookah lounge” means an area of a commercial or industrial establishment, whether enclosed, indoor or outdoor, designated specifically for the use of hookahs.

(Ord. 151, passed 4-2-2014)

9.04.020 Prohibition. ¶

Hookah lounges are prohibited within the City. This prohibition does not include private use of hookahs in personal residences if otherwise in compliance with applicable law.

(Ord. 151, passed 4-2-2014)

9.04.030 Enforcement. ¶

This Chapter may be enforced through administrative citation or any other remedy available to the City under its Municipal Code for enforcement of its ordinances.

(Ord. 151, passed 4-2-2014)