Cannabis Permitting Process

PRE-APPLICATION

Before applying for any permits or licenses, all cannabis businesses must first apply for and attend a Pre-Application meeting.

REQUIRED PERMITS

Following the pre-application meeting, all cannabis businesses must obtain a Public Safety License and Use Permit, in addition to state licenses, before commencing operations.  Cannabis applicants are encouraged to apply for a Public Safety License before proceeding with a Use Permit application in order to address security requirements; however, applications may be submitted concurrently. The Cannabis Public Safety License and Use Permit are subject to annual review. Application information can be obtained from the link below:

• Application Forms and Checklists
• Cannabis Process and Tips for Success
• Apply for a Use Permit

 FEES

The below application fees are applicable to cannabis businesses.  In addition, businesses may also be subject to other City fees such as building permits, impact fees, and business licenses. 

Fee	Function
$2,766	Pre-Application Meeting
$11,610	Public Safety License Application
$3,172.50	Use Permit Application (Staff Level)*
$4,995.00	Use Permit Application* (Commission/Council Level) <=7,500 ft2
$6,507.00	Use Permit Application* (Commission/Council Level) >=7,501 ft2

 * Use Permit Application fees vary according to the level of review required.