Saint Paul adopted cannabis zoning amendments in September 2024 establishing where cannabis businesses may locate. Cannabis retail requires a 300-foot separation from schools, with downtown exempt from the buffer. Limited production and cultivation under 15,000 square feet is allowed in mixed-use and commercial districts. Industrial-scale operations over 15,000 square feet are restricted to industrial districts.
Saint Paul regulates cannabis retail through zoning ordinances and conditional use permits. Dispensaries must maintain minimum buffer distances, typically 600 to 1,000 feet from schools, daycare centers, parks, and youth facilities. Operations limited to designated commercial or industrial zones. Security requirements include cameras, alarm systems, and controlled entry. Signage must comply with local advertising codes. Hours typically restricted to 8 AM to 10 PM. Annual licensing and compliance inspections required.
Operating without license: closure and fines $5,000+. Buffer violations: permit revocation. Sales to minors: criminal charges and license forfeiture.
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