Social Equity Licensing: Hayward vs Oakland
How do social equity licensing rules compare between Hayward, CA and Oakland, CA?
Hayward, CA
Alameda County
No data available yet for Hayward.
Oakland, CA
Alameda County
Oakland's nationally cited Equity Permit Program prioritizes cannabis licenses for residents harmed by the war on drugs, requiring half of new permits go to qualified equity applicants.
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| Fact | Hayward | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Adopted | - | 2017 |
| Code | - | OMC 5.80 and 5.81 |
| Equity share | - | At least 50 percent |
| Tools | - | Fee deferral, incubators |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Hayward FAQ
No FAQs available.
Oakland FAQ
Who qualifies as an equity applicant?
Generally a low-income Oakland resident with a past Oakland cannabis conviction or who lived for years in designated heavily policed neighborhoods, subject to current verification rules.
What is an equity incubator?
A general applicant provides rent-free space and three years of support to an equity business; in return both businesses can be permitted faster.
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