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Every adult entertainment dance studio shall be physically arranged in such a manner that:

(1) Performance Area. The performance area of the adult entertainment dance studio where adult entertainment is performed shall be a stage or platform at least 18 inches in elevation above the level of the patron seating areas, and shall be separated by a distance of at least 6 feet from all areas of the premises to which members of the public have access. A continuous railing three to five feet in height above the floor and located at least six feet from all points of the performance area shall separate the performance area and the patron seating areas. The stage and the entire portion of cubicles, rooms or stalls wherein adult entertainment is provided must be visible from the common areas of the premises and at least one manager’s station. Visibility shall not be blocked or obstructed by doors, curtains, drapes or any other obstruction whatsoever.

(2) Illumination. Sufficient lighting shall be provided in and about the parts of the premises which are open to and used by the public so that all objects are plainly visible at all times and all parts of such premises shall be illuminated so that patrons or others on any part of the premises shall be able to read the Washington State Liquor Control Board card or other written instrument, printed in eight-point type.

(3) Signs. A sign at least two feet by two feet, with letters at least one inch high shall be conspicuously displayed in the public area(s) of the adult entertainment dance studio, stating each of the following:

(a) A list of any and all adult entertainment provided on the premises with the specific fee or charge in dollar amounts for each adult entertainment listed; and

(b) 

"THIS ADULT ENTERTAINMENT DANCE STUDIO IS REGULATED BY SNOHOMISH COUNTY. DANCERS ARE:

A. NOT PERMITTED TO ENGAGE IN ANY TYPE OF SEXUAL CONDUCT

B. NOT PERMITTED TO APPEAR SEMI-NUDE OR NUDE, EXCEPT ON STAGE

C. NOT PERMITTED TO ACCEPT TIPS OR GRATUITIES IN ADVANCE OF THEIR PERFORMANCE

D. NOT PERMITTED TO ACCEPT TIPS OR GRATUITIES DIRECTLY FROM PATRONS WHILE PERFORMING UPON ANY STAGE AREA."

(Amended by Ord. 96-045 § 16, June 24, 1996, Eff date Sept. 26, 1997).