From The Trussville Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — In a unanimous vote Tuesday, the City Council in Trussville extended a moratorium on new massage therapy establishments in the city for 30 days.
Councilors said the extension is to allow time to review the current ordinance and consider any changes or improvements that may be required.
Massage therapy establishments must meet city ordinance Section 7.5 of the city code.
The moratorium does not impact existing businesses.
The ordinance outlines the required licensing necessary to conduct business, as well as the physical requirement of the building and massage rooms, and how employees must dress and conduct themselves with clients. The ordinance also outlines recordkeeping requirements.
Section 7.5-3 N. establishes hours of operation of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At least two facilities are currently advertising hours as late as 10 p.m.
The moratorium does not impact existing businesses.