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When does the application period open for Dispensary Facilities to convert to Hybrid Retailers, and for Producers to convert to expanded Producers?
Both conversion application periods will open on February 3, 2022.
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What license types are not subject to the lottery process
There are a few pathways to licensure that are not subject to the lottery process.
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What criminal convictions would disqualify a person from registration as a backer or key employee for a cannabis license?
A person with a disqualifying conviction cannot be registered as a backer or key employee for a cannabis license.
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I am interested in starting a business or working in the industry. How can I participate?
More information on starting cannabis businesses will be coming soon from the Department of Consumer Protection, which will be responsible for licensing the new businesses.
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Social Equity Council Micro-Cultivator Assistance Program
The Social Equity Council will develop a program to assist Social Equity Applicants in opening two micro-cultivator establishments. The program is still in development and is contingent on current Medical Marijuana Producers converting their licenses to also serve the Adult-Use Cannabis market. For more information, please contact the Social Equity Council.
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What is the lottery process for applicants?
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What types of cannabis licenses can I apply for?
Applications are not yet available. The application windows for cannabis licenses will be posted on the ct.gov/cannabis website. Here you can read about the types of licenses that will be available to apply for in the future.
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When will license applications be available for the Adult Use Cannabis program?
Applications will be available soon. The Social Equity Council must first determine what information will be required for evaluation before the Department of Consumer Protection can publish any application. Please check back regularly for updated information. All applications will be online only using www.elicense.ct.gov.
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Is there a mailing list that I can sign up for to be notified of updates to our state’s cannabis licensing application process?
For updates on adult-use cannabis in Connecticut and the licensing process, please be sure to regularly check the Adult-Use Cannabis website at http://ct.gov/cannabis.
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Is there a limit to the number of retailers or micro-cultivators a town or city can have?
A municipality must approve zoning to allow for cannabis establishments, including retailers and micro-cultivators, to operate in their community. For information about zoning restrictions or approvals in a particular municipality, please contact that municipality directly.
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How many licenses will be available in Connecticut through the lottery?
DCP will hold multiple lotteries on an ongoing basis. DCP will announce the number of available licenses before each application round.
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How do I register to become a controlled substance laboratory?
To become a controlled substance laboratory, you need to apply with the Department of Consumer Protection.
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How can I participate in the Social Equity Lottery
Applications for the lottery will begin to be posted by the Department of Consumer Protection 30 days after the Social Equity Council identifies and posts the criteria and the necessary supporting documentation for social equity applicants on their website.
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Equity Joint Venture
An Equity Joint Venture is a business entity, partnering with a licensed medical marijuana producer or medical marijuana dispensary facility, that is at least 50% owned and controlled by an individual or individuals, or the applicant is an individual, who meet certain requirements.
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If I have a retailer license, can I open in more than one location, or do I need a separate license for each location?
Each location must have a separate license.
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Can a food service bake cakes, brownies, etc., and use cannabis as an ingredient for consumption and sale to the consumer?
To incorporate cannabis as an ingredient into food and beverages, you need a food and beverage manufacturer license from the Department of Consumer Protection.
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