Talbot County adopts strict zoning rules for cannabis operations by special exception

Mar 25, 2026

The council adopted Bill 16‑24, amending Talbot County zoning to allow cannabis growing, processing and dispensaries under tightly constrained rules — including 1,000‑foot setbacks, minimum 75‑acre lots for grow/processing, planning‑commission review and board of appeals special‑exception approval — and voted to enact the changes by roll call.

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The Talbot County Council voted to adopt Bill 16‑24, a zoning amendment that establishes where and how adult‑use cannabis operations can locate in the county under special‑exception and planning review requirements.

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