House Bill No. by Representative Knox amends existing laws regarding the issuance and revocation of alcoholic beverage permits in Louisiana. The bill introduces new restrictions on the location of premises eligible for such permits, specifically prohibiting permits for establishments situated within 300 feet of public playgrounds, churches, synagogues, public libraries, schools, full-time day care centers, correctional facilities, and now also residences located within historic neighborhoods. Additionally, it allows municipalities to adopt alternate methods of measuring this distance and extends the prohibition to 500 feet in certain unincorporated areas.

The bill also establishes that if a premises with an alcohol permit is sold and is located within the specified distances from the aforementioned facilities, the permit will be revoked as of the sale date. However, it allows for the reapplication for a new permit following such revocation. The amendments include the addition of new sections R.S. 26:81.2 and R.S. 26:281.2, which outline these provisions and ensure that the regulations are clear and enforceable.

Statutes affected:
HB687 Original: 26:81(C), 26:281(C)