This ordinance allows certain medical cannabis dispensaries in San Francisco to convert into cannabis retail stores. It also confirms that this change complies with environmental regulations and the city's planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to establish a process for the conversion of certain Medical Cannabis Dispensaries to Cannabis Retail establishments; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to facilitate the conversion of certain Medical Cannabis Dispensaries to Cannabis Retail establishments following the expiration of a previous code section.
Supervisor Fielder introduced the proposed ordinance to amend the Planning Code to establish a process for the conversion of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries to Cannabis Retail establishments.
The Board of Supervisors referred the legislation to the Planning Department for review, including a CEQA determination.
The Planning Department determined that the proposed ordinance is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA guidelines.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 21836, recommending approval of the ordinance, finding it consistent with the General Plan.
The Land Use and Transportation Committee recommended the ordinance for passage.
The Board of Supervisors passed the ordinance on first reading.
The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance.
The Mayor approved the ordinance, allowing it to take effect.
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