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Oceanside is proposing to loosen regulations on tattoo parlors as the body art becomes more popular and new shops have asked to open.
“Currently, the Municipal Code limits tattoo businesses to one per 50,000 residents, but this has not been enforced by the city due to concerns with First Amendment protections,” City Planner Jeff Hunt said by email Tuesday.
As a result, the planning staff has recommended the City Council delete the population limit and amend its zoning provisions to better accommodate the businesses. The city has four licensed tattoo shops.
In addition to the population limits, the city allows tattoo establishments only in certain types of commercial and industrial zones. The locations also must meet separation requirements from similar businesses, residential areas, churches and other activities.