Long Beach, CA lowers barriers to entry in cannabis retail with Cannabis Social Equity Program

Long Beach, CA Cannabis Social Equity Program

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The city developed the program to expand legal cannabis opportunities for residents with little capital. Program participants receive waived application fees, expedited reviews, and tax deferrals on cannabis sales. City staffers also provide technical assistance with application and business plans for new entrants to the industry. Long Beach is considering additional measures like shared retail spaces and delivery-only licensing to encourage participation.

Cannabis Business Engagement Economic Development Training & Development Permitting & Licensing Equity

Long Beach, CA

Municipality in California

United States

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Cannabis Social Equity Program

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Long Beach moves ahead with changes to Cannabis Social Equity Program – Press Telegram

The City Council hopes the changes may allow more people who have been impacted by the war on drugs to participate in the cannabis industry.

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