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Council committee hears neighbors’ concerns as dispensary relocation to 1960 West Market advances

Akron City Council Planning Committee · January 13, 2026
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Summary

A conditional-use proposal to relocate Clutch Cannabis to an existing building at 1960 West Market Street drew neighborhood opposition over proximity and relocation of a florist; petitioner says the project adds 28 on-site parking spaces, operates within the existing building, and will include high security and camera coverage.

The Akron Planning Committee heard testimony Tuesday on a conditional-use request by Tango Ventures LLC to establish a dual-use marijuana dispensary, Clutch Cannabis, at 1960 West Market Street. Planning staff said the proposal would renovate an existing single-story building, add designated off-street parking and landscape buffers, and would operate daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions.

Peter Nisht, representing the petitioner, said the dispensary will occupy the space currently…

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