Injunction Lifted: Dispensaries Progress Towards Opening
- Canterra has been running a cannabis delivery service in the Rochester and Buffalo regions for about four months. Owner Matt Krupp is eager to open a physical dispensary in Buffalo and is in the process of preparing a space for this purpose.
- Recently, a judge approved settlements in two lawsuits that challenged New York’s Condtional Adult Use Retail Dispensary program. This lifted the court order that was preventing new dispensaries from opening. Krupp and others are now working to open their businesses before any new litigation could potentially delay things again.
- Krupp believes that the state should protect the conditional program, which prioritizes social equity. He also suggests that the program, set to expire at the end of the year, should be extended. This program has allowed him and others to run pop-up brick and mortar stores during the injunction and ensure that more cultivators are able to make money.
Canterra’s Cannabis Delivery Service Aims to Open Dispensary in Buffalo, N.Y.
Canterra, a cannabis delivery service, has been serving the Rochester and Buffalo regions for approximately four months. However, Canterra’s owner, Matt Krupp, is excited about the prospect of opening a physical dispensary in Buffalo.
“People appreciate the convenience of our Growers Showcases, but they also value being able to visit a store and choose their products in person,” Krupp expressed.
In a recent development, a judge lifted a court order prohibiting new dispensaries from opening as part of New York’s Condtional Adult Use Retail Dispensary program. This decision has motivated Krupp and others to expedite their launch plans before any potential legal roadblocks arise.
Krupp anticipates that it may take him at least four months to open his dispensary doors. He is currently focusing on designing a space that could potentially allow consumption in accordance with evolving state regulations. However, his choice of the historic Buffalo X-Ray Co. building for his dispensary has added complexities to the construction process.
Krupp stated, “The building has suffered some weather damage and requires structural repairs. However, we chose this space for its distinctive character and intend to emphasize these features.”
Despite potential legal obstacles, Krupp remains hopeful and supports the state’s effort to prioritize social equity through the conditional program. He even believes that with the right space, other licensees could open their dispensaries within six weeks.
While in New York City for a Cannabis Growers Showcase, Krupp suggested extending the program beyond its current year-end expiration. He mentioned that the program has been beneficial in providing opportunities for cultivators to generate income through pop-up stores during the injunction.
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