SAN BERNARDINO – (INT) – City officials are expressing some clarity on qualifications to open commercial cannabis businesses.

San Bernardino’s ordinance allows commercial cannabis permits for businesses that agree to regulation and adhere to local and state laws.

Applications are being accepted until Monday, June 25th, for 17 available permits.

The permits will be awarded on a merit system that was requested by the community. The system evaluates location and proposed plans for overall business operations, neighborhood compatibility, safety, and security.

Once the 17 permits are awarded, businesses will be required to hold a valid commercial cannabis business permit from the City, a valid state cannabis license and follow all applicable state and local laws.

The decision to allow 17 commercial permits was based on the formula of allowing one business per 12,500 residents.

Story Date: June 25, 2018