Current through November 26, 2024
Section 35-2-03-07-101 - Temporary Resort Area:1. The Department is authorized to approve a certain area or locality as a temporary resort area if the particular location is in the process of being developed as a qualified resort area. Approval of this type of resort designation is contingent upon the applicant submitting the following:a. A resolution from the Board of Supervisors of the county where such proposed area is located. The resolution must specifically state that the Board is of the opinion that the area in question is in the process of being developed as a resort area. In addition, the resolution must set forth the basis for the Board's conclusion.b. A map clearly marked to indicate the specific area under consideration. GPS coordinates should be used to delineate boundary lines.c. A list of steps taken or to be taken in developing the area as a qualified resort area and the reasons such steps will result in the attraction of tourists, transients and/or vacationers.d. Endorsements by civic clubs located near the area under consideration.e. Assurance from the Sheriff of the area that he will enforce the Local Option laws of the State of Mississippi, and the rules and regulations of the Division.f. Proof of publication of legal notice and all public opinion responses. Legal notice must be printed once each week for two consecutive weeks in a newspaper having general circulation in the area. The notice must state that an application for classification as a temporary resort area is being filed, identify the proposed resort area, a request for public opinion from residents in the area under consideration, and that approval will permit the operation of open bars and the sale of alcoholic beverages in the area.2. The temporary resort area designation is for a term of one year. Prior to the expiration of the year period, the applicant must establish and prove that the proposed area meets all of the statutory qualifications for a qualified resort area.35 Miss. Code. R. 2-03-07-101