Buffer Zones: Brandon vs Tampa
How do buffer zones rules compare between Brandon, FL and Tampa, FL?
Brandon, FL
Hillsborough County
No data available yet for Brandon.
Tampa, FL
Hillsborough County
Florida law (FL §381.986(11)) requires Tampa to allow medical cannabis dispensaries in any zone where pharmacies are permitted. Tampa cannot impose stricter buffers than the state's standard pharmacy rules.
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| Fact | Brandon | Tampa |
|---|---|---|
| Statute | - | FL §381.986(11) |
| Standard | - | Pharmacy-equivalent zoning |
| City option | - | Allow or ban citywide |
| Cannabis-only buffers | - | Preempted |
| Tampa status | - | Allowed |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Brandon FAQ
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Tampa FAQ
Why isn't there a 1,000-foot buffer from schools for Tampa dispensaries?
Florida law forbids cannabis-only zoning rules. If Tampa allowed pharmacies near schools, MMTCs must be allowed there too. The state legislature deliberately removed local discretion.
Can Tampa ban dispensaries in my neighborhood specifically?
No. Tampa can ban MMTCs citywide or allow them where pharmacies operate. Neighborhood-specific bans, overlays, or extra-restrictive zoning violate FL §381.986(11).
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