NEWTON, MASS. (WHDH) - The Newton City Council approved restrictive zoning regulations for gun shops.

The regulations say firearm businesses would have to be located a certain distance away from homes and schools, and they would need to get a special permit from the city council.

This vote will likely prevent a proposed gun shop on Washington Street from opening.

Hundreds in Newton signed a petition in April to stop it from opening its doors.

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