Bill > SB264

This bill mandates that drive-through facilities (including financial institutions, pharmacies, and restaurants) must have a separate by-pass lane adjacent to their drive-through lanes for new construction and major renovations. The by-pass lane must be at least ten feet wide, provide clear vertical and horizontal clearance for vehicles, include visible signage, and be designed to not obstruct pedestrian pathways, fire lanes, or accessible parking spaces. The purpose of this lane is to allow vehicles to exit the drive-through lane and to enable public safety vehicles to respond to emergencies. The bill provides exceptions for existing drive-through facilities with insufficient space or where compliance would force business closure. Violations of these requirements can result in warnings or fines, with more serious penalties if the violation is deemed detrimental to public health, safety, or welfare. The legislation amends existing building and construction codes and is named the "Megan's Way Out Act," though the specific reason for this name is not explained in the bill text.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb264