re: #161 tnguitarist

That is due to a pre-existing law that says a liquor store cannot be built within x amount feet/miles from the school.

That is correct in a lot of places but most permits I’ve dealt with are done on a situational basis. Some cities have design codes for every conceivable type of structure but the buildings purpose is usually decided case by case unless the city has had a previous issue. Even then, it’s still up to the neighborhood to decide if a particular business/religious facility is appropriate.