Cannabis in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about cannabis — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
13 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered cannabis. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most cannabis activity
- Manassas, VA (3)
- Amherst County, VA (3)
- Scottsville, VA (2)
- Front Royal, VA (1)
- Ashland, VA (1)
- Carroll County, VA (1)
- Radford, VA (1)
- Blacksburg, VA (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing for rezoning at 9007 Center Street
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning REZ #2026-0002 for a parking garage and apartments at 9007 Center Street. The commission will also discuss a proposed zoning text amendment regarding cannabis and marijuana.
Commission discusses cannabis land use regulations and a short-term rental permit
The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed ordinance to regulate retail cannabis and cannabis processing through zoning and special use permits. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a special use permit for a short-term rental at 35 N. Marshall Street.
Public hearing for rezoning at 9007 Center Street
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a parking garage and apartment project at 9007 Center Street. The commission will also discuss a proposed zoning text amendment regarding cannabis and marijuana.
EDA to consider DAA transfer, cannabis zoning, and incentive payout
The Ashland Economic Development Authority is meeting to consider action items including approval of July minutes and a DAA funds transfer with guidelines. Discussion items include the treasurer's report, updates from Town Council and Hanover EDA, cannabis law and zoning updates, and a potential incentive agreement…
Council to discuss replacing town signs, finances, and marijuana sales ordinance
The Scottsville Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and gather information on a range of items, including replacing town signs, reviewing financial reports, maintenance projects, and using a donation for Canal Basin Square repairs. New business includes revising committee charters, the 2025 Capital…
Board to first-read ordinances on data centers and vape shops
The Amherst County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting on August 4, 2026. The board will first-read two ordinances: one regulating data centers and another addressing vape shops and medical cannabis. The meeting also includes a land transfer to the Amherst Fire Department and a briefing on an audit.
Joint meeting clarifies zoning not being voted on; data center regulation discussed
The Carroll County Board of Supervisors held a joint meeting with the Planning Commission to discuss potential zoning ordinance updates, including regulation of data centers, solar farms, and marijuana retail. No zoning vote occurred; the Board emphasized that any adoption would require public hearings. The Planning…
Planning Commission discussed cannabis store locations and homestay rules.
The commission will elect its officers and adopt the FY 2027 meeting calendar. Commissioners also heard staff updates on potential locations for recreational cannabis stores and on draft homestay provisions for short‑term rentals. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
Commission to vote on vape shop, cannabis, data center ordinances
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances: one regulating vape shops and medical cannabis, another establishing new rules for data centers. Two special exception requests (Harris and Harper) are also up for public hearing. Commissioners will discuss manufactured home regulations and…
Planning Commission to consider data center, cannabis, and height ordinances
The Amherst County Planning Commission will consider several ordinances including updating data center definitions and special exception classification, regulating recreational substance retailers and medical cannabis facilities, and imposing height restrictions in the M-1 district. The commission will also discuss…
Virginia bills on cannabis, sick leave, and collective bargaining sent to governor
The Town of Scottsville is reviewing state legislation from the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session that could affect the town. The agenda summarizes several bills, including a plastic bag tax revenue distribution law, an adult-use cannabis market framework, a vetoed skill games bill, and bills on collective…
Town Council to consider zoning for retail marijuana, tobacco, and hemp
The Town Council will review proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding the retail sale of marijuana, tobacco, and hemp products. The body will also consider a staff position reclassification and a regional commission appointment.
Planning Commission to consider SUP for alternative school at 8700 Centreville Road
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit for the MCPS Alternative Education Program at 8700 Centreville Road and a zoning text amendment that includes a draft cannabis ordinance. Other business includes a proposed update to the commission's rules and procedures and a monthly land use…