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The business must be located in a property properly zoned for retail sales and must also meet the separation requirements from schools, churches, and hospitals.  

Rezoning is a legal process that allows a municipality to change the zoning designation of a specific property or area. Zoning ordinances establish regulations that govern the use, size, and placement of buildings and other structures within a designated zone. Rezoning can be a complex and time-consuming process, but it can also be an essential tool for property owners and developers who wish to change the intended use of their land.

The rezoning process typically involves several steps, including:

1. Pre-development meeting with city staff. 

2. Filing a petition: The property owner or developer submits a petition to the municipality requesting that the property be rezoned. The petition must include a detailed description of the proposed changes and the reasons for the request.

3. . Public hearing: The municipality holds a public hearing to allow residents and other interested parties to voice their opinions on the proposed rezoning.

4. Review by the city's planning commission: The planning commission reviews the petition and public hearing testimony and makes a recommendation to the governing body.

5. Decision by governing body: The governing body (usually the city council/commission or county commission) makes the final decision on whether or not to approve the rezoning.