Cannabis in Arizona local government
What Arizona city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about cannabis — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
28 Arizona meetings since 2024 covered cannabis. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Arizona with the most cannabis activity
- Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ (6)
- Chandler, AZ (6)
- Mesa, AZ (3)
- Clarkdale, AZ (2)
- Prescott Valley, AZ (2)
- Camp Verde, AZ (2)
- Sahuarita, AZ (1)
- Nogales, AZ (1)
- Quartzsite, AZ (1)
- Show Low, AZ (1)
- Gila Bend, AZ (1)
- Apache Junction, AZ (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing on marijuana dispensary zoning rules
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and may vote on a text amendment to Town Code Section 18.42 (Business Zones) regulating marijuana dispensary uses. They will also discuss American Planning Association membership benefits and hear a director's report.
Council to vote on fee hikes, marijuana code changes
The Town Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting a new FY2026-2027 fee schedule with increases for electric and gas permits, and adding a notary fee. They will also hold public hearings on amending medical and recreational marijuana codes. Additionally, they will discuss approving contract amendments…
Commission to consider marijuana dispensary zoning, water modeling, and plat procedures
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly recommend three code amendments to the City Council: adding marijuana dispensaries as a permitted use in General Commercial zones with restrictions, requiring developers to pay for water modeling reports when requested, and establishing procedures for block…
Commission to consider updates to medical and recreational marijuana codes
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss amending town codes regarding marijuana dispensaries. Key points of discussion include increasing the maximum allowable building size and establishing distance buffers from family recreation facilities.
Commission will discuss Town Code Chapters 17.102 and 17.114 on marijuana
The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on March 12, 2026 will vote to approve the regular meeting minutes from December 11, 2025 and the work session minutes from February 12, 2026. It will discuss Town Code Chapter 17.102 (medical marijuana) and Chapter 17.114 (recreational marijuana) with no formal action taken…
Council to consider medical marijuana dispensary ordinance and related licenses
The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will approve the minutes from February 19, 2026, and then address several agenda items. Items include a recommendation for a special event liquor license and a bingo license for the White Mountain Community Center, an appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission, a public hearing…
Council to vote on ordinance updating dispensary operating hours
The Quartzsite Common Council will consider Ordinance 26-04, which updates operating hours for medical and adult marijuana dispensaries. The agenda also includes a discussion-only item on closing I-10 Exit 17 for approximately three months during interchange construction, reappointments to the Parks, Cultural, and…
Town Council to review 2025 financial audit and medical marijuana zoning updates
The Town Council will discuss and potentially act on the 2025 annual audited financial statements and a zoning code amendment regarding medical marijuana. The body will also consider matters related to the Benatz Trail Warehouse and downtown retail space.
Planning Commission to consider zoning changes for medical marijuana
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on a zoning code amendment. The primary item is an ordinance to align town code with state law regarding medical marijuana.
Preliminary design review of Fujifilm PAD Expansion (approximately 79,745 sq ft) in District 6
The Design Review Board will discuss and provide direction on four preliminary design review cases: the Fujifilm PAD Expansion, a 202 RV Valet Storage expansion, a Department of Child Safety office building, and a Mint Dispensary expansion. The board’s role is advisory; it will not approve or deny the proposals. The…
Board of Adjustment to review RV park modification and dispensary permit
The Board of Adjustment will consider three land-use cases, including a setback reduction for an RV subdivision and a permit for a marijuana dispensary. One case regarding a detached structure is recommended for continuance.
Town Council to consider liquor license and marijuana delivery ordinance
The Prescott Valley Town Council will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license and a proposed annexation. The body will also consider amendments to the town code concerning marijuana delivery and right-of-way permits.
Commission to consider conditional use permit for marijuana dispensary
The Show Low Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a marijuana dispensary at 1350 N. Penrod Rd., and will also elect a vice chairman. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
Commission to review medical office building and marijuana facility permits
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a use permit for a medical marijuana facility and a preliminary development plan for a new medical office building. The body will also review meeting minutes from September 3, 2025.
Planning commission to consider marijuana zoning code amendment
The Prescott Valley Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on amending Town Code Section 13-08-040, which regulates marijuana uses in the zoning code. They will also hold a hearing on zoning case ZMC25-007 (YAMPA). The commission may also approve minutes from previous meetings.
Town Council to vote on marijuana ordinances and salary updates
The Pinetop-Lakeside Town Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on updates to medical and recreational marijuana ordinances, a dispatch services agreement, and employee salary ranges for FY2025-2026. The meeting will also include public hearings and discussions on compliance with salary…
Commission to consider amendments to medical and recreational marijuana codes
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss amending Town Code Chapters 17.102 and 17.114 to align medical and recreational marijuana regulations with state statutes. The body will also select its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025-2026 term.
Gila Bend presents proposed updates to Town Zoning Ordinance
The Town Council is reviewing a proposed update to the Zoning Ordinance. The document outlines the establishment of zoning districts, boundary interpretation rules, and a detailed use matrix for permitted and conditional activities.
Chandler City Council to vote on medical marijuana and Tumbleweed Park ordinances
The City Council will consider the final adoption of two ordinances regarding zoning and land use. The meeting also includes several proclamations and employee recognitions.
City Council to consider runway rehabilitation and medical marijuana code changes
The Chandler City Council will meet to vote on various consent agenda items, including airport infrastructure repairs and zoning amendments. The body is deciding on multiple service contracts for city facilities and development agreement amendments.
Chandler City Council to consider airport runway repairs and zoning changes
The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure contracts and development agreements. Key items include airport pavement rehabilitation and an amendment to the medical marijuana zoning code.
Commission to vote on wine bar entertainment permit and medical marijuana zoning change
The Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a study session to approve meeting minutes from May 21, 2025, and vote on two items: an entertainment use permit for Black Sheep Wine Bar and a zoning code amendment for medical marijuana facilities. The meeting is open to the public at City Council Chambers, 88 E…
Commission to consider medical marijuana code amendment and wine bar permit
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a zoning code amendment regarding medical marijuana facilities. The body will also consider an entertainment use permit for a local business.
Mesa P&Z Board to review zoning cases and city code amendments
The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board will consider approval for several commercial site plans and recommend city code changes regarding Form-Based Code, marijuana sales, and land divisions. The board will also discuss a proposed Culver's drive-thru modification.
Commission to consider permit for marijuana cultivation facility
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a Conditional Use Permit. The body is considering whether to allow a marijuana cultivation and infusion kitchen facility to continue operations under new ownership.
Public hearing on special use for marijuana establishment at 1134 W. Business Loop
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use authorization request for a marijuana establishment at 1134 W. Business Loop west of Bowie (APN 302-15-001H, zoned RU-4). Other agenda items include approval of previous minutes, a call to the public, the planning director's report, and commissioner…
Council to discuss retail marijuana, tourism marketing plan
The Town Council will receive a presentation on a strategic tourism marketing plan funded by a $43,000 grant, including a $10,000 town share. Council will discuss retail marijuana and consider possible direction. A presentation on code enforcement administrative policies is also scheduled.
Camp Verde Council discusses retail marijuana and community development priorities
The Town Council is seeking direction on whether to prioritize a comprehensive zoning code update over individual amendments. Members are also considering staff recommendations to allow up to two retail marijuana facilities within the town.