Ojai restricts cannabis dispensaries and commercial cannabis operations through zoning regulations. Retail cannabis sales are limited and subject to a Conditional Use Permit. Dispensaries must maintain buffer distances from schools, parks, and youth facilities.
Commercial cannabis retail requires a Conditional Use Permit from the Planning Commission. Dispensaries must be at least 600 feet from schools, daycare centers, parks, and youth-oriented facilities. Only commercial zones are eligible; residential zones are completely excluded. The number of permits may be capped. Dispensaries must comply with state licensing requirements (Bureau of Cannabis Control) in addition to local permits. Delivery-only operations may have different requirements. No on-site consumption is permitted. Hours of operation are typically restricted to 8 AM-10 PM.
Operating without permits: misdemeanor, fines of $1,000-$10,000 per day. Zoning violations: cease and desist order.
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