Residents in Rivertown are furious about a newly established Adult World bookstore operated by local businessman Nipsy More. It is located in his former Sports World store on Station Street, next to Feldt's Toys and Games store. Ms. Ima Peeples, who lives directly behind the store, has threatened to take action: "I'll go right to City Council and give them a piece of my mind for allowing this," said Ms. Peeples.

Bookstore owner More, when asked about the business, explained that a new America Big-Box store located just west of the city's boundary had drawn customers from his sports store and he had to find a business that would have no competition. He felt he was within his legal rights to open the new store. City Council member Delores Lemma, who is opposed to the new use, explained the city's zoning ordinance makes no reference to sex businesses; thus, they are not explicitly prohibited.

Adult World bookstore

As the city's assistant planner, you are to write a memo to Ms. Lemma describing what the city might do to resolve this problem. You may research how other communities have addressed a similar situation. Suggest actions residents could take to influence either Mr. More or Ms. Peeples to reevaluate their stand.

You should review the Rivertown Zoning Ordinance.
Also refer to a Topic Web Page on sex oriented businesses.