Body Art Facility Regulation
Summary
Local residents proposed allowing tattoo and body art facilities in commercial zones, noting current city code prohibits them everywhere except home occupations. Commissioners agreed to study how other cities handle these businesses and look into revising local ordinances.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 3, 2025.
Impact analysis
Could generate new small business licensing revenue and economic activity for the city.
Local tattoo artists, entrepreneurs seeking commercial storefronts, and residents under 35 interested in body art services.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council - Jun 3, 2025
Following business license applications, the city updated zoning code to define body art and permit tattooing, microblading, and permanent cosmetics in commercial and industrial zones.
Planning Commission - May 13, 2025
The city had no clear rules for tattoo shops, effectively banning them. This change creates a legal path for these businesses to open.
Planning Commission - Mar 25, 2025
Staff and commissioners discussed removing the ban on body art facilities in commercial zones and updating city definitions to align with state regulations.
Planning Commission - Feb 11, 2025
Local residents proposed allowing tattoo and body art facilities in commercial zones, noting current city code prohibits them everywhere except home occupations. Commissioners agreed to study how other cities handle these businesses and look into revising local ordinances.
City Council - Feb 4, 2025
Residents spoke during public comment asking the city to reconsider zoning prohibitions on tattoo parlors, noting changes in industry standards and state health regulations.
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
The weekly brief for Heber City
What the council decided, in plain English — one email a week.
Free. Unsubscribe with one click any time. We never sell your email.