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Planning Commission approves cannabis retail CUA at 1196 Pacific Ave amid strong neighborhood opposition (6-0)
Summary
After extensive public comment from neighbors citing proximity to bus stops, seniors and schoolchildren, the Planning Commission approved a conditional use authorization for a 940-square-foot cannabis retail store at 1196 Pacific Ave. Staff found the site met the 600-foot separation rule, noted equity applicant status, and recommended approval with conditions; the commission voted 6-0 to approve with added conditions.
The Planning Commission voted unanimously (6-0) on Oct. 20 to approve a conditional use authorization for a cannabis retail store at 1196 Pacific Avenue. Planning staff told the commission the site passed the city's 600-foot separation requirements from K'12 schools and other brick-and-mortar cannabis retailers and recommended approval with conditions including a good-neighbor policy, an on-site ambassador/security presence and an explicit reminder to customers that off-site consumption is prohibited.
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