Required Permits to open SC in Niagara Region

[anon1]

Is that a recent bylaw change in Fort Erie? They used to have 3 SCs until the 3rd one burned down a couple years ago.

LTO_3

The bylaw limit was instituted by Thorold about 10 years ago as a reaction to the numerous complaints generated from the old Front 52 strip club. The rest of the Niagara Region adopted it shortly thereafter.
The old New York, New York in Fort Erie that burnt down was on a grandfathered license. The Concord was bought to preserve another license. Once they are gone, the new limits apply.

 

[mat2325]

In theory all you need is a liquour license and an entertainment license.
But good luck in getting a entertainment license!
They are limited to two per city, Niagara Falls' 4 is grandfathered.
Crystals' took 3-4 years and a trip to the Supreme Court.
There is also a Niagara bylaw that "Adult Bussinesses" cannot be located within 500 meters of a residential dwelling.
Again, in theory you can get one for St. Catharines as there is only one, Private Eyes on Bunting Rd.
Practically, you can buy an existing club with an entertainment license. The Doll House in Thorold is available. Also, it's rumoured that Maxines and Pure Platinum in Fort Erie are for sale for 1 large LARGE each.

Doll House is still available, just the bar or with the real estate.

 

[LJN2002]

the city rezoned babies and will not issue a permit for a strip club