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DuPage County approves variance to allow adult-use cannabis dispensary near Addison despite local objections

5842695 · September 24, 2025
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Summary

The DuPage County Board approved a zoning variation to allow an adult-use cannabis dispensary where the petition met the county’s buffer and procedural requirements, despite objections from some local officials.

The DuPage County Board voted to approve a zoning variation Sept. 23 that allows an adult-use cannabis dispensing organization to operate within the county while remaining within the county’s buffer distance rules from preexisting schools and childcare facilities.

Member Tornatore moved the measure, which the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Development Committee had recommended for approval. During debate, Member Cindy Cronin Cahill said she had spoken with the Village of Addison’s mayor who “strongly objects” because a park district facility, childcare and summer programs are located…

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