Virginia has not yet authorized retail cannabis sales as of 2025, so Virginia Beach has limited dispensary zoning rules. Medical cannabis dispensaries (pharmaceutical processors) operate under the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority. Local zoning for future retail sales is still being developed.
Virginia's Cannabis Control Authority oversees medical cannabis facilities (pharmaceutical processors), which have been operating since 2020. Each health service area has one licensed pharmaceutical processor. Retail adult-use cannabis sales have not been authorized despite legalization of possession. Virginia Beach's zoning code will need to address retail dispensary locations when retail sales are eventually permitted. Medical cannabis facilities must comply with state siting requirements including security standards.
Operating an unauthorized cannabis retail establishment is a criminal offense under Virginia law. Medical cannabis facilities operating without proper state licensing face criminal penalties and facility seizure.
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