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Englewood vs Fort Lee

How do dispensary zoning rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Fort Lee, NJ?

Fort Lee has fewer restrictions than Englewood.

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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Fort Lee, NJ

Bergen County

Some Restrictions

Fort Lee Borough has restricted cannabis retail operations through local zoning, exercising its right under New Jersey law to limit or prohibit certain classes of licensed cannabis businesses within the municipality.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEnglewoodFort Lee
Permitted zoneRoute 4 corridor-
School buffer100 feet-
Outdoor storageNot permitted-
Tax filingsQuarterly-
Local control-Significant
State license-Also required
Buffer rules-Apply near schools
Tax-Up to 2% local

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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.

Fort Lee FAQ

Can a dispensary open anywhere in Fort Lee?

No. Cannabis retail and other licensed classes are limited to specific zoning districts if permitted at all, and projects must complete site plan review. Check the borough's most recent cannabis zoning ordinance.

Does Fort Lee tax cannabis sales?

New Jersey law allows municipalities to impose a transfer tax of up to 2% on cannabis retailers and lower percentages on other license classes. Fort Lee's specific rate is set by ordinance.

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