Dispensary Zoning: Gresham vs Portland
How do dispensary zoning rules compare between Gresham, OR and Portland, OR?
Gresham has fewer restrictions than Portland.
Gresham, OR
Multnomah County
Portland allows OLCC-licensed cannabis retail in CM, CS, CG, CI, and EX zones under PCC 33.207, with 1,000-foot buffer from schools. Troutdale and Wood Village opted out of recreational cannabis retail. Gresham allows dispensaries in limited commercial zones. Multnomah County imposes a 3% local cannabis tax on top of Oregon's 17% state tax under Measure 91.
View full Gresham rules →Portland, OR
Multnomah County
Portland regulates cannabis businesses through City Code Chapter 14B.130 (Marijuana Regulatory License) and Title 33 zoning provisions. Dispensaries must obtain both a state OLCC license and a Portland regulatory license. Zoning restricts cannabis retail to commercial and employment zones with 1,000-foot buffers from schools.
View full Portland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Gresham | Portland |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Zones | CM/CS/CG/CI/EX | - |
| School Buffer | 1,000 feet | 1,000 feet from K-12 schools |
| Opt-Out | Troutdale, Wood Village | - |
| County Tax | 3% local + 17% state | - |
| Hours | 7 AM to 10 PM typical | - |
| Local License | - | Portland Marijuana Regulatory License |
| Code Section | - | Chapter 14B.130 |
| State License | - | OLCC required in addition to local |
| Security | - | Cameras, alarms, 30-day video retention |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Gresham FAQ
Can I open a dispensary anywhere in Multnomah County?
No. Dispensaries need OLCC licenses plus compliance with local zoning. Portland allows them in designated commercial zones with 1,000-ft school buffers. Troutdale and Wood Village prohibit retail cannabis.
What tax do I pay on cannabis in Portland?
17% state + 3% Multnomah County + 3% Portland = approximately 23% total on recreational cannabis. Medical OMMP purchases are untaxed.
Portland FAQ
Where can cannabis dispensaries operate in Portland?
Dispensaries are allowed in most commercial and employment zones under Title 33 zoning. They must be at least 1,000 feet from K-12 schools and are prohibited in residential zones. Both an OLCC state license and a Portland Marijuana Regulatory License are required.
What security requirements apply to Portland dispensaries?
Portland requires surveillance cameras with a minimum 30-day retention of footage, alarm systems, and secure storage for cannabis products. These requirements are part of the Marijuana Regulatory License under Chapter 14B.130.
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