Florida Statute §381.986(11) preempts most local regulation of medical marijuana treatment centers (MMTCs). Cities may zone MMTCs the same as pharmacies but cannot impose stricter limits or ban dispensaries outright (other than via a complete pharmacy ban).
Under FS §381.986(11), a city ordinance regulating an MMTC dispensing facility must be no more restrictive than the city's regulations applicable to pharmacies. Cities may not enact ordinances that prevent the operation of a licensed MMTC dispensing facility unless they completely ban all dispensaries (which most cities do not do because it would also affect pharmacies). Winter Haven has not adopted a separate MMTC ordinance; medical cannabis dispensaries operate in commercial zoning the same as pharmacies. Specific MMTC locations in or near Winter Haven include facilities along US-17 (Cypress Gardens Boulevard). Dispensaries cannot be located within 500 feet of a public or private school under FS §381.986(8)(a).
Operating an unlicensed dispensary is a third-degree felony under FS §381.986(8). Zoning violations: Code Compliance enforcement with daily fines up to $250 under FS Ch. 162.
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