Strip club zone opposed in Seattle

Planners say establishments should be widely allowed

Pressure is mounting for Seattle politicians to finally decide where strip clubs may open -- after 17 years of avoiding the topic.

Such clubs could pop up all over the city if voters in November repeal a ban on lap dances and other rules undermining the profitability of such businesses.

Or the City Council might rely on yet another stopgap measure to stall the issue, a key official said.

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