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Drinks by the park? New liquor legislation would allow waivers to Utah’s dreaded proximity rule.
Urban Living
Utah’s liquor laws have historically been strict, particularly around where you can and can not locate a bar. Our current laws require that any bar, liquor store or restaurant that serves alcohol must be located at least 600 feet from a park, school or place of worship.
These kinds of laws aren’t specific just to our state. Drinking in public is often restricted in coastal areas in the country—not allowed on beaches and nearby parks. California’s Golden Gate Park allows you to drink while enjoying the views of the bridge and bay.
Florida doesn’t like drinkers (especially the spring break…
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