Somerville allows licensed adult-use cannabis retail in designated zones under a host community agreement. Dispensaries operate in the city consistent with MGL c.94G and Cannabis Control Commission rules.
Somerville permits licensed adult-use cannabis retail and other Cannabis Control Commission license types under its zoning ordinance and local host community agreement process. Retail dispensaries are limited to specific zones, typically commercial corridors with buffer distances from schools, playgrounds, and other sensitive uses. State law MGL c.94G sets a 500-foot buffer from K-12 schools that municipalities may reduce but not exceed without reason. Each operator must sign a host community agreement with the city addressing security, traffic, community impact fees capped at state rates, and community benefit. Special permits from the Zoning Board may be required. Retail hours are set by state rule and local license; typical hours run 8 am to 10 pm. Somerville has licensed adult-use retailers in operation. Delivery licensees also serve Somerville addresses.
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