Cannabis Regulations in Sarasota, FL (2026)
2 verified cannabis regulations for Sarasota, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Dispensary Zoning
City of Sarasota allows medical marijuana dispensaries only in the same zone districts where pharmacies are a permitted principal or accessory use, rather than opting out.
City of Sarasota Dispensary Zoning
Light RestrictionsSarasota Zoning Code § II-201
Medical marijuana dispensary: An establishment where marijuana is dispensed for medical use to qualified patients. For purposes of this definition, the terms "marijuana," "medical use," and "qualified patients" shall have the meanings ascribed to them by F.S.(2017) § 381.986. Medical marijuana dispensaries are permitted as principal uses in those zone districts in which pharmacies are identifie...
Buffer Zones
City of Sarasota requires medical marijuana dispensaries to sit at least 500 feet from any elementary, middle, or secondary school, on top of state licensing rules.
City of Sarasota Dispensary School Buffer
Some RestrictionsSarasota Zoning Code § VII-601(o)(2)
(o)Pharmacies. Pharmacies where permitted shall meet the following standards:(1)New pharmacies in the Downtown Core (DTC) zone district shall be placed at least 1,000 feet apart from existing pharmacies.(2)Medical marijuana dispensaries shall be located at least 500 feet from elementary, middle and secondary schools.(p)Motor vehicle showroom.(q)Motor vehicle storage lot.(r)Sale of alcoholic bev...
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