Buffer Zones: Gresham vs Portland
How do buffer zones rules compare between Gresham, OR and Portland, OR?
Gresham, OR
Multnomah County
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Portland, OR
Multnomah County
Portland City Code 33.815 and OAR 845-025 require recreational cannabis retailers to sit at least 1000 feet from public and private K-12 schools. Portland adds a 1000-foot buffer between dispensaries to prevent clustering in commercial corridors.
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| Fact | Gresham | Portland |
|---|---|---|
| School buffer | - | 1000 feet |
| Dispensary spacing | - | 1000 feet between |
| City code | - | PCC 33.815 |
| Measurement | - | Walking distance |
| Daycare counted | - | Yes if state-licensed |
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Gresham FAQ
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Portland FAQ
Are medical-only dispensaries subject to buffers?
Yes. Both OMMP medical and OLCC recreational retailers must observe the 1000-foot school buffer. Co-located medical-recreational retailers count once for spacing purposes under PCC 33.815.
What if a school opens next to an existing dispensary?
The dispensary is grandfathered and may continue operating, but cannot expand the cannabis footprint, change ownership without re-permitting, or relocate within the new buffer zone.
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