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Stow planning commission denies variance for proposed cannabis dispensary at 4149 Steels Pointe Drive
Summary
The Stow City Planning Commission declined to grant variances sought by Jushi/Beyond Hello for a proposed adult-use cannabis dispensary at 4149 Steels Pointe Drive, citing nonconformance with the current local code. Public commenters urged upholding local buffers for schools and residences.
The Stow City Planning Commission voted against granting variances requested for a proposed adult-use cannabis dispensary at 4149 Steels Pointe Drive.
Staff presented application PC25-31 as a conditional-use/site-plan application for a roughly one‑acre parcel in C‑5 highway service zoning. Staff said the proposed development would include a 2,400‑square‑foot building with 27 parking spaces and landscaping approved by the city arborist, but that the site requires variances because it abuts an R‑1 residential district and lies about 955 feet from a daycare at 4117 Bridgewater Parkway.
Justin Carey, head of real estate for applicant Jushi (retail brand Beyond Hello), said the company has the parcel under contract and…
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