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Englewood vs Fair Lawn

How do dispensary zoning rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ?

Englewood and Fair Lawn have similar restriction levels.

Englewood, NJ

Bergen County

Heavy Restrictions

Englewood permits adult-use cannabis retailers along Route 4 with a 100-foot school buffer and licensing under Chapter 432.

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Fair Lawn, NJ

Bergen County

Heavy Restrictions

Fair Lawn Borough has adopted a local cannabis ordinance addressing the siting of cannabis establishments, restricting most license classes from operating in the borough while regulating any permitted classes through zoning and buffer requirements.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEnglewoodFair Lawn
Permitted zoneRoute 4 corridor-
School buffer100 feet-
Outdoor storageNot permitted-
Tax filingsQuarterly-
Most license classes-Prohibited locally
Buffer zones-From schools and parks
Approval-Planning board review
State law-NJ CRC also applies

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Englewood FAQ

Where can a cannabis dispensary open in Englewood?

Only in specifically listed zones along Highway Route 4, and at least 100 feet from any school, subject to Chapter 432 licensing.

Can a cannabis business have outdoor storage?

No. All operations must occur inside a single, or series of, completely enclosed buildings, with no outdoor storage allowed.

What taxes do cannabis businesses pay in Englewood?

Operators must file transfer and/or user tax statements quarterly with the chief financial officer, with payments due by the last day of April, July, October, and January.

Fair Lawn FAQ

Can a cannabis dispensary open in Fair Lawn?

Fair Lawn has opted out of most cannabis license classes. Any permitted class must satisfy local zoning, buffer distances, and planning board site plan approval before opening.

Are home delivery services allowed?

State-licensed delivery into Fair Lawn from elsewhere is generally allowed under New Jersey law, but locally licensed delivery operations are restricted by the borough opt-out ordinance.

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