It is the purpose and intent of this Article to: regulate commercial cannabis activity in the City, whether the cannabis is for medicinal or adult use; to limit youth access and exposure to cannabis and cannabis products; allow cannabis businesses while imposing sensible regulations on commercial activities to protect the City’s residents, neighborhoods, and businesses from disproportionately negative impacts; create jobs and tax revenue for the City; and to protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare.

The provisions of this Article are not intended to and shall not regulate the cultivation or possession of cannabis for personal use in full compliance with all applicable state laws at a person’s primary residence located in a zoning district that allows for residential uses. (Ord. 3674 § 11, 2023)