DALLAS — A new ordinance taking effect this week will amend the definition of “smoking” in the Dallas City Code to include the use of electronic smoking devices (vaping).
The ordinance effectively bans vaping in all locations currently prohibited for smoking. The ordinance takes effect on Dec. 11 after a “one-year grace period for residents, business owners, and operators to come into compliance with the new rules” was established last year.
What are the rules for Dallas’ vape ban?
The new vape ban mirrors existing restrictions on smoking in specific areas, according to the city, which includes all indoor and enclosed spaces, within 15 feet of building entrances, and on park property. The new amendment did not add additional locations to the list of smoking and vaping restrictions, the city said.
The amendment requires businesses, such as restaurants, hotels and fitness centers, to update their signage to clearly state that both smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices are prohibited…