Tucson regulates marijuana dispensary locations through the Unified Development Code with specific use-specific standards. Dispensaries must maintain minimum separation distances from schools, childcare centers, churches, parks, libraries, and substance abuse treatment facilities. Both medical and recreational dispensaries are subject to these zoning requirements.
The UDC defines multiple marijuana-related use types including medical marijuana dispensaries, off-site cultivation locations, and designated caregiver cultivation locations. Dispensaries must operate from permanent fixed locations and maintain secure storage areas. The city requires compliance with all state Department of Health Services regulations. Dual-licensed dispensaries serving both medical and recreational customers must comply with both sets of requirements.
Operating a dispensary without proper zoning approval is a violation of the UDC and can result in closure orders, fines, and criminal referral to state authorities. Loss of state licensure may also result from zoning violations.
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