Cannabis: Oregon
Sale and possession of both medical and recreational cannabis are legal in Oregon.
FAQs
Sale of recreational cannabis in Oregon is regulated by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission.
Regulation of medical cannabis is handled by the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program, within the Oregon Health Authority.
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission maintains a list of cannabis licensees.
While opening a marijuana dispensary is similar to launching any other type of small business, due to certain state regulations and financial hurdles to overcome, it’s a lot more expensive than one might think.
The cost of opening a cannabis dispensary ranges from $150,000 to $2 million. That includes key costs of around $250,000 for annual staffing, $100,000 in yearly rent, and $50,000 for up-front renovations. Of course, everyone’s budget is different, and there are a lot of variables when it comes to capital requirements. Some costs are in your control; others are tied to the jurisdiction you’re in.