Official:Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending Section 14-603, entitled “Use-Specific Standards,” to revise the standards and procedures for medical marijuana dispensaries, under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Jones
Introduced: November 15, 2018
Signed: May 2, 2019
: Committee on Rules
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill amends the Philadelphia Code to revise zoning regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries. Dispensaries are prohibited from locating within 500 feet of libraries, daycares, and certain designated areas. Applicants must provide notice to nearby residents and organizations.
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