Dispensary Zoning: Downers Grove vs Naperville
How do dispensary zoning rules compare between Downers Grove, IL and Naperville, IL?
Downers Grove, IL
DuPage County
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Naperville, IL
DuPage County
Naperville banned all recreational cannabis businesses in 2019 by a 13-1 council vote, opting out under the state Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Only the existing medical dispensary (3C Compassionate Care) may operate for medical sales only.
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| Fact | Downers Grove | Naperville |
|---|---|---|
| Status | - | Banned (recreational) |
| Council Vote | - | 13-1 to ban |
| Medical | - | One dispensary allowed |
| State Law | - | 410 ILCS 705 opt-out |
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Downers Grove FAQ
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Naperville FAQ
Are there cannabis dispensaries in Naperville?
Only one medical cannabis dispensary (3C Compassionate Care Center) operates in Naperville. Recreational cannabis sales are banned. Residents must travel outside city limits to purchase recreational cannabis.
Can Naperville reverse the cannabis ban?
Yes, the City Council could reverse the ban through a new ordinance or voter referendum. A referendum was discussed in 2020 but the ban has remained in place.
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