Cannabis Information

Marijuana/Cannabis Uses

The City has adopted ordinances and regulations to support the growth and development of the medical cannabis industry in Richmond.

Businesses that manufacture, process, test, cultivate, or perform research and development on cannabis or cannabis products are conditionally permitted in the areas indicated on the map linked below labeled “Marijuana Related Uses: Conditionally Allowed Zones.” These businesses require a Conditional Use Permit and a State permit before commencement of operations. No maximum number of available permits is specified in the City’s ordinance for cultivators, manufacturers, or testers. Conditional Use Permits are administered by the Planning Division and issued by the Planning Commission.

Businesses that sell cannabis or cannabis products to the end user from a storefront location (i.e., dispensary) are conditionally permitted in the CR zone. Such sales may also be permitted in the CG zone if the Planning Commission makes certain findings.  Such businesses require a Conditional Use Permit and a State permit before commencement of operations. A maximum of three (3) available retailer permits is specified in the City’s ordinance. All three permits are currently taken. 

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