In addition to the regulations provided for elsewhere in this chapter, electronic gaming operations shall be subject to the following requirements:
(A) Hours of operation. 8:00 a.m. - midnight; Monday through Saturday.
(B) Number of machines. The maximum number of machines/terminals/computers for any electronic gaming operations business is 12.
(C) Minimum paved parking spaces.
(1) One space per every two terminals or one space per every 100 square feet;
(2) One disabled space per every 25 or fewer spaces; and
(3) One additional space per each employee.
(D) Spacing requirements. Each electronic gaming operation must be a minimum of 300 feet from any other electronic gaming operation. Additionally, the establishment must be a minimum of 300 feet from any established religious institution, school, daycare center, library, or public park. The distance shall be determined by a horizontal straight line and not street distance, to the closest structural wall of the property occupied by the electronic gaming operation and the other property.
(E) Permits and licenses. All applicable state and local permits and business licenses must be issued to the applicant prior to the opening of the business.
(F) Food and/or beverages. If food and/or beverages are served, the establishment must meet any state requirements and the requirements of the Appalachian District Health Department.
(G) Alcoholic beverages. No alcoholic beverages will be served or consumed on the premises of electronic gaming operations.
(H) Persons with criminal felony convictions. Persons with criminal felony convictions will not be permitted to operate a business for electronic gaming. A criminal background check will be required as a part of the application process for the establishment of an electronic gaming operation or business.
(I) Maintaining on premises at all times. There must be an adult, 20 years of age or older, managing the business on the premises at all time during the hours of operation. Also, the minimum age established for persons to participate and/or play the electronic gaming machine(s) is 20 years of age.
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