Surrey

Surrey Cannabis Retail Store Regulations

Regular Council Public Hearing
Date: 2024-04-08
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The City of Surrey is proposing a policy framework and application process for regulating cannabis retail stores in the city. The key elements of the proposal include limiting the number of stores per community, separation distances from sensitive uses, and an application process involving a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEOI).

Proposed Policy Framework
  • Up to 2 cannabis retail stores per Surrey community (Whalley/City Centre, Guildford, Fleetwood, Newton, South Surrey, Cloverdale)
  • Stores permitted only in OCP-designated City Centre, Town Centre, or Commercial areas, on lots zoned C-5, C-8, C-15, C-35, or CHI
  • 200m separation distance from public/independent schools, City community/rec centres, and existing cannabis locations
Application Process
  • 60-day application window: Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEOI) process
  • Pre-screening for OCP, zoning, separation, ownership/lease, and LCRB application
  • Evaluation based on location, separation, operator experience, parking, visibility, and design

Pending Council approval, staff will prepare the RFEOI and open the application window in Q2 2024.

Main minute
R055: Cannabis Retail in Surrey - Policy Framework and Application Process