Yonkers did not opt out of retail cannabis under the NY MRTA (2021). Licensed adult-use dispensaries may operate, subject to NY Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) 500 ft school / 200 ft house of worship buffers and local zoning.
NY's Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021. Municipalities had until December 31, 2021 to opt out of retail dispensaries and consumption lounges — Yonkers did not opt out. Licensed retailers must be 500 ft from schools and 200 ft from houses of worship per 9 NYCRR Part 120. Yonkers zoning directs dispensaries to commercial and BA/BR districts.
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