This depends on your local jurisdiction. Despite state law, uniformity doesn’t generally exist amongst all cities and counties. The cost can be determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the price your local jurisdiction sets for the application itself and all supplemental requirements.

Yes and no. Under prop 215/SB 420 forming a collective and supplying product based on your membership was sufficient. With the advent of MAUCRSA, compliance means obtaining a license through an eligible entity and operation. Prop 215/SB 420 is being phased out and by 2019 most, if not all, unlicensed collectives will be at risk.

In short, no. States, counties, and cities are cracking down on unlicensed cannabis sales. To avoid repercussions, we would recommend you go through the proper methods of becoming authorized to operate. We assist our members with this process.

Usually, yes. We have seen all types of individuals and partnerships successfully apply for commercial cannabis business licensing. Local guidelines set the tone and so will your level of financial capability and your reputation with the local licensing authority. Being involved with The NOCC can only help you.