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Office of Cannabis
We issue cannabis business permits, write cannabis regulations, and foster equity.
AGENCIA
Office of Cannabis
We issue cannabis business permits, write cannabis regulations, and foster equity.
Check if you can apply for a Cannabis Permit
Only Equity Applicants, Equity Incubators, or preexisting cannabis businesses can apply for a permit now.
Get verified as an Equity Applicant
Equity Applicants must be verified by the Office of Cannabis before applying for a cannabis business permit.
Proposed Retail Locations
Cannabis retail locations cannot be within 600 feet of a school or another cannabis retail business.
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Permits
Check if you can apply for a cannabis business permit
Only Equity Applicants, Equity Incubators, or preexisting cannabis businesses can apply for a permit now.
Get verified as an Equity Applicant
Equity Applicants must be verified by the Office of Cannabis before applying for a cannabis business permit.
Tell the City you want to be an Equity Incubator
Help Equity Applicants and apply for a cannabis business permit.
Apply for a cannabis business permit
Check if you can apply, and what you need to do to open a cannabis business in San Francisco.
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Check if you can sell cannabis at your event
Right now San Francisco is testing Cannabis Business Temporary Event permits only for certain events.
Get a permit to open a cannabis lounge
Apply to operate a business where cannabis can be consumed
Laws and Regulations
Find out more information about cannabis laws and regulations in the City & County of San FranciscoLaws and RegulationsRecursos
Technical assistance available for cannabis equity applicants
Equity Applicants can get free technical assistance support.
Know your rights as a cannabis consumer
Rules about buying and using cannabis in San Francisco.
Local cannabis laws and regulations
Articles from the San Francisco Police Code, Health Code, and Administrative Code.
Tax guide for cannabis businesses from CDTFA
The CA Department of Tax and Fee Administration cannabis guide has important information about tax payments.
Cannabis effects on your health
“Let’s Talk Cannabis” is a California Department of Public Health website.
Teen resource answering cannabis myths
“Truth (or nah!?)” is a San Francisco Department of Public Health campaign.
Cannabis business permit types
Cannabis businesses in San Francisco can do only certain activities.
Dispensary equity goals
See how medical cannabis dispensaries are meeting their equity goals.
Information for existing cannabis businesses
Requirements for keeping your existing business legal.
List of Equity Incubators
Possible Equity Incubators offering support for Equity Applicants.
Map of permitted cannabis retailers
Locations where you can legally buy cannabis.
Educational resources in the Bay Area
Learn more about cannabis classes and other aid in the Bay Area.
Information for prospective pro bono attorneys
Become a paneled pro bono attorney with the San Francisco Bar Association.
Notification and Request Form
A form for cannabis business operators to submit information required under Article 16.
Get Help
Contact the Office of Cannabis to get help
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The Office of Cannabis coordinates with City departments and state agencies to develop policies and regulate the local cannabis industry. We ensure that local public health, safety, and social justice goals are met.
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Nikesh PatelDirector
Jeremy SchwartzDeputy Director
Ray LawDeputy Director
Yuliya IskendzeravaAssociate Director
Princess BustosSenior Management Assistant
Chelsea LiuAdministrative Analyst
Jorge RodriguezAdministrative Analyst
Evelin RamirezAdministrative Permit Analyst
Michael NimerAdministrative Permit Analyst
Scott DennisAdministrative Permit Analyst
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Office of Cannabis49 South Van Ness Suite 660
San Francisco, CA 94103
San Francisco, CA 94103
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