NJ-CRC Approves Four Cannabis Consumption Areas

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) approved four consumption area endorsements during its July 15 public meeting. 

Consumption area endorsements allow licensed cannabis retailers to create designated spaces where recreational consumers and medicinal cannabis patients 21 years and older can legally consume cannabis on-site, according to the NJ-CRC.

“This is a major milestone in New Jersey’s cannabis industry. These designated spaces provide consumers with safe and legal options for cannabis consumption,” said Commission chairwoman Dianna Houenou in a news release. ”Whether individuals cannot consume cannabis inside their homes or simply wish to consume cannabis legally and responsibly, these areas provide a practical solution. We are proud to support this next phase of safe-use infrastructure in our state.” 

The four consumption area endorsements approved are for High Rollers Dispensary and SunnyTien Dispensary, both located in Atlantic City, Gynsyng located in Merchantville, and URB’N Dispensary located in Newark. All are Diversely Owned Businesses (minority-owned, woman-owned or disabled veteran-owned, as certified by the New Jersey Department of Treasury), according to the NJ-CRC.

To receive a consumption area endorsement, applicants first obtained municipal approval and met specific facility, safety and ventilation requirements as outlined in NJ-CRC’s Notice of Application Addendum. After obtaining state approval, the NJ-CRC says the retailers will need to pass a final site inspection before their consumption areas can open for business.  

Approved consumption area endorsement holders should keep these locations secure, well-managed and compliant with state law.

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