More Details From The Cannabis Social Consumption Draft Regulations
December 17, 2024
From proposed Massachusetts Social Consumption Establishment license fees and caps to ventilation regulations and next steps
From proposed Massachusetts Social Consumption Establishment license fees and caps to ventilation regulations and next steps
Three proposed license types include “Supplemental” for existing Marijuana Establishments, “Hospitality,” and “Event Organizer”
A timeline of the (lack of) progress toward licensing 420-friendly lounges and other social establishments in Massachusetts
With a new draft framework hopefully coming this year, here’s the backstory and latest on the long road to licensing cannabis lounges and other 420-friendly establishments in Massachusetts
Now is the time for municipalities—as well as potential applicants—to “raise their hands.”
“If a majority of the votes cast are in favor, such city or town shall have authorized the consumption of marijuana on the premises where [it is] sold.”
Summit Lounge CEO says, “The question is how do you provide that service in a safe environment? … There are so many vast nuances to that, but it can be done, it has been done.”
“The venue has held occasional private events allowing marijuana use as it works toward city licensing approval, but that violates public consumption laws”
“The vacant and dilapidated structure, which has long suffered from significant periods of disuse, is now poised for a transformative revival.”
“Program allows cultivators to partner with retailers to present and sell their products at non-storefront locations, including on licensed cannabis farms and at approved events.”
