Virginia Cannabis Licensing

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CANNABIS CULTIVATOR LICENSE

The holder of an Adult-Use Cannabis Cultivator license is permitted to cultivate, harvest, dry/trim, and cure cannabis. They may hold an Adult-Use Cannabis Processor license and a Cannabis Distributor license. They may NOT hold a cannabis retail dispensary or a cannabis consumption lounge license.

CANNABIS PROCESSOR LICENSE

A holder of an Adult-Use Cannabis Processor license is permitted to buy, store, and process cannabis (i.e. perform cannabis extraction or the infusion into edible cannabis products). They may also sell cannabis products to licensed distributors. A holder of a cannabis processor license can only hold one cultivator, processor and distributor license that allows for the distribution of their own products. They may not own or hold any interest in the cannabis retail license tier. Click below to learn more about how to get a grow license in your state.

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CANNABIS RETAIL DISPENSARY LICENSE

A holder of an Adult-Use Cannabis Retail Dispensary license is permitted to buy cannabis products to licensed Adult-Use Cannabis Distributors and sell to the public in their Adult-Use Cannabis Retail Dispensary store. Click the button below to learn how to get a weed license in your state.

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CANNABIS TRANSPORT LICENSE

A cannabis transport license allows the licensee to transport cannabis and cannabis products between licensed cannabis businesses within a state. Permitted activities include: Transporting cannabis and cannabis products between licensed cultivation facilities, manufacturing facilities, testing laboratories, and retail dispensaries. Ensuring that all cannabis and cannabis products are transported in compliance with state and local regulations, including proper labeling, packaging, and tracking requirements. Ensuring that all cannabis and cannabis products are transported safely and securely.

CANNABIS CONSUMPTION LOUNGE

A holder of an Adult-Use Cannabis Processor license is permitted to buy, store, and process cannabis (i.e. perform cannabis extraction or the infusion into edible cannabis products). They may also sell cannabis products to licensed distributors. A holder of a cannabis processor license can only hold one cultivator, processor and distributor license that allows for the distribution of their own products. They may not own or hold any interest in the cannabis retail license tier. Click below to learn more about how to get a grow license in your state.

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CANNABIS ANALYTICAL TESTING LICENSE

A cannabis analytical testing license allows the licensee to conduct laboratory testing of cannabis and cannabis products to determine their potency, purity, and quality. This license typically permits the licensee to perform the following activities: Testing cannabis and cannabis products for the presence of cannabinoids, including THC and CBD, as well as terpenes, flavonoids, and other chemical compounds. Testing cannabis and cannabis products for contaminants, such as pesticides, residual solvents, heavy metals, and microbiological organisms.

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Virginia Cannabis Licensing
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Pre-License Services

CannDelta can help you determine the right location for your cannabis facility or your site. Popular services include: Site Suitability, Regulatory Due Diligence, Leases, Mergers & Acquisitions, Audits, Floor Plan Design and Site Layout, Process Flow, Physical Security, and more. All of these services are standard in our turn-key cannabis application packages for new applicants.

Get help with turn-key licensing cannabis application. CannDelta will assist you with obtaining permits and provide consulting support for all cannabis license types.

CannDelta writes customized SOPs, and will train your team on industry best-practices and regulations. This includes training for Quality Management Systems (QMS), Deviations, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) reports, regulatory audits, and cannabis security protocols.

We can create customized business plans to help forecast your company’s success and predict when you will receive a return on your investment. Our plans contain pitch decks & customized logos, branding, and a marketing plan.

LIcense application Types

A medical cannabis cultivator license allows for the holder to acquire, grow, cultivate, and harvest medical cannabis in an indoor, enclosed, locked, and secure area. The terms “cannabis cultivator”, “cultivator”, or “micro-cultivator” also have the same meaning.

A medical cannabis processor license allows the registered holder to acquire cannabis from a medical cannabis cultivation facility or other cannabis processing facility, manufacture cannabis products, extract cannabinoids or concentrate cannabis, and sell cannabis to a medical cannabis transportation entity, cannabis testing facility, or cannabis research facility. Synonyms for a medical cannabis processor include cannabis processing facilities, processors, or cannabis processors.

 

Site Suitability, Zoning, Real Estate & Leases, Floor Plan Design, Physical Security, Marketing, Product Placement, Inventory Purchases, Inventory Tracking and Record Keeping, Franchise Growth Strategy, Human Resources, and Budtender Training.

Logistics, Storage, Care-&-Custody Operational Procedures, Physical Security Procedures, Expansions

Virginia Cannabis Licenses

How will the cannabis industry in VA be regulated?

On July 1, 2021, the law authorized the creation of the Cannabis Control Authority (CCA), a new, independent political subdivision (“an authority”) to regulate the marijuana industry, including issuing licenses for businesses, creating health and safety guidelines, and promoting diversity within the industry. . On July 19, 2021, Governor Northam appointed members of the Cannabis Control Authority’s Board of Directors. The Board, along with a CEO, will lead the creation of an adult-use marketplace. The CCA will not complete marijuana regulations or begin accepting applications for businesses before 2023.

When can I apply for a cannabis business license in Virginia?

It will not be legal to sell marijuana before 2024. Until then, it remains a crime to sell any amount of marijuana. If the licensing provisions of the bill are reenacted (approved again) in the 2022 General Assembly session, you will likely be able to apply for a marijuana business license in 2023. More instructions and guidance for people wanting to start a marijuana business will be released before the application period begins.

Are there any steps I need to take before applying in 2023?

Not at this time. The Cannabis Control Authority will be created this summer, and will hire staff, begin the regulatory process, and start engaging more directly with interested stakeholders over the next two years.

Will Virginia’s Cannabis licensing process be similar to ABC?

The law authorizing the creation of Virginia’s Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) took effect on July 1, 2021. However, the CCA will need time to hire staff and create regulations before licensing can begin. Additionally, many of the regulatory sections of the bill must be reenacted (approved again) by the 2022 General Assembly before becoming law. So, it is too early to say what the Virginia cannabis licensing process will entail. If the licensing provisions are reenacted, you will likely be first able to apply for marijuana business licenses in 2023. More instructions and guidance for people wanting to start a marijuana business will be released prior to that date.

Is there an application fee for a VA marijuana business? if so, how much?

As written, HB2312 and SB1406 contemplate application fees to start a marijuana business. However, these fees may vary depending on the type of business and your application status. For example, individuals or companies that qualify for a “social equity applicants” license will qualify for technical support and reduced or waived fees. There will be a Cannabis Equity Business Support Team within the Cannabis Control Authority that will provide guidance and support during the licensing process for applicants who qualify. Notably, the details of the licensing process must be reenacted (approved again) by the 2022 General Assembly before becoming law. So, it is too early to say precisely what the licensing process will entail.

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Pre-Virginia Cannabis License Services

LOCATION

Leasing, Audits, Zoning, Real Estate, Site Evidence Package, Interior Design, and Physical Security Plan (PSP)

DOCUMENTATION

Cannabis (Marijuana) Retail Standard Operating Procedures, Background checks, Human Resources

FACILITY STANDARDS

Quality Assurance Protocols (QA), Quality System Management, Deviation Audits, Security Protocol

OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

Cannabis Business Plans, Growth Projections, Machinery Sourcing, HVAC Coordination

Post Virginia Cannabis License Services

Cannabis Cultivation

Department Mock Audits, Growth Plans, Operational Support, Acquisitions and Mergers, New Product License, Cannabis Research License

Cannabis Manufacturing

Facility Improvements, Department Mock Audits, Quality System Management, Digital Transformation, Expansion

Cannabis Retail

Cannabis-specific Marketing, Product Placement, Franchising Growth Strategy, Acquisition and Mergers, Human Resources, Training

Cannabis Wholesale

Expansion, Budtender and Manager Training, Product Launches, Site Audits, Security, Expansion



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