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Truckee, CA Cannabis Regulations: Dispensary Zoning (2026)

Significant Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified May 2026

Key Facts

Storefronts
Prohibited
Delivery Only
Allowed (DC 18.58.075)
Use Permit
Planning Commission
License
Community Development Dept.

Summary

Truckee prohibits storefront cannabis dispensaries. Only licensed cannabis delivery services are allowed under Development Code Section 18.58.075, which requires a Use Permit from the Planning Commission and a Town-issued Cannabis Delivery Service License.

Cannabis Delivery Service Licenses are required for all cannabis delivery service businesses located and operating in the Town of Truckee. Permanent regulations are found in Section 18.58.075 and were adopted via Resolution 2018-53 on July 24, 2018.

Source: Truckee Cannabis RegulationsView official code

Full Breakdown

The Town Council adopted permanent regulations on June 12, 2018 allowing only cannabis delivery service businesses, with no retail storefronts permitted within Town limits. Under DC 18.58.075, an applicant must first obtain a Use Permit from the Planning Commission and then a Cannabis Delivery Service License from the Community Development Department before commencing operations. Both adult-use and medicinal delivery are allowed.

Violations & Fines

Operating a cannabis business in Truckee without the required Use Permit and Delivery License is a violation of the Development Code and California Business & Professions Code Section 26038, exposing the operator to administrative fines, business closure, and state-level civil penalties up to three times the license fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are cannabis dispensaries allowed in Truckee?
No. Storefront cannabis retail is prohibited. Only licensed delivery services are permitted under DC 18.58.075.
What does a Truckee cannabis delivery operator need?
A Planning Commission Use Permit plus a Cannabis Delivery Service License issued by the Community Development Department (DC 18.58.075).

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