If you are applying for a new cannabis business license, this section provides everything you need to get started. Learn about license types, fees, and CEQA requirements; explore application resources; and find information about fee relief options and equity programs. You can also access the online portals to submit or manage your application.
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Access the license portals
Use the online licensing systems to apply for, renew or change a license
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Application and license fees
Fees are specific to the license type you are applying for or renewing. Most fees are calculated based on your business’s gross annual revenue.
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Application resources
The Department of Cannabis Control created resources to help you apply for a license and technical guides for the licensing systems.
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CEQA review for cannabis businesses
What is CEQA? The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is a 1970 state law that requires environmental review of proposed projects. The CEQA process aims to: CEQA public notices Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) may serve as the lead agency for environmental review related to DCC’s issuance…
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Equity fee relief
If you were negatively affected by the criminalization of cannabis, you can apply to have your license fee waived and/or deferred.
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How to apply for a license
Learn the steps needed to apply for or renew a cannabis license.
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License types
Licenses are based on the type of cannabis activity that your business will perform.
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Public Notices for CEQA
Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) may serve as the lead agency for environmental review related to DCC’s issuance of commercial cannabis licenses. As lead agency, CEQA-related documents will be prepared and posted for public notice. We invite agencies, stakeholders, and community members to review these documents and…
