New York S01769 prohibits new cannabis dispensaries from opening within 500 feet of existing ones, with exceptions for public interest.

New York S01769 amends the cannabis law to prevent new cannabis dispensaries from opening within 500 feet of existing ones in cities, towns, or villages with populations of 20,000 or more. The distance is measured in straight lines from the nearest entrances. However, the cannabis control board may issue a license if it determines that doing so would be in the public interest, after consulting with the board and conducting a public meeting. Existing dispensaries within 500 feet of new ones will not lose their licenses based on this distance. The act takes effect immediately.

New York S01769 prohibits new cannabis dispensaries from opening within 500 feet of existing ones, with exceptions for public interest.

New York S01769 amends the cannabis law to prevent new cannabis dispensaries from opening within 500 feet of existing ones in cities, towns, or villages with populations of 20,000 or more. The distance is measured in straight lines from the nearest entrances. However, the cannabis control board may issue a license if it determines that doing so would be in the public interest, after consulting with the board and conducting a public meeting. Existing dispensaries within 500 feet of new ones will not lose their licenses based on this distance. The act takes effect immediately.