Adult Use Cannabis

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Municipalities are required to allow the operation of cannabis retail businesses licensed by the state. Once the state license is issued, the city will regulate these businesses locally through a local business registration. At least once a year, cities are required to conduct compliance checks of every cannabis and hemp business.

Brooklyn Center is required by statute to allow at least one cannabis retail business registration for every 12,500 residents, which, based on the current population, is capped at a maximum of three (3) registrations.

Zoning and Location for a Cannabis Retail Business

Under State Statute 342, local governments play a critical role in the licensing process, serving as a final approval for a cannabis retail business nearing award of a State license from the OCM. Once the applicant is selected by OCM to proceed, the applicant is required to receive the city’s certification of zoning compliance and be approved for local registration before operations may commence. It is important to contact the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning, to verify that the location is in compliance with ordinance requirements and state law.

Business Registration

In order to apply for retail registration, an applicant must have secured their preliminary approval from the OCM. Brooklyn Center will be holding a lottery for those who have completed the preliminary OCM approval process, local registration, and submitted all of the necessary paperwork in order to be included in the lottery. The first lottery will select one applicant.

All other applications will be closed and the funds returned unless the applicant asks to be kept open until the next lottery. The second lottery will be held 90 days from the conclusion of the first lottery if there are still open applications, or 90 days from when a valid application is received. The third lottery will be held following the same standard.

Once the registration is open, we will update our website to allow applicants to submit their registration applications. Check back for updates here!

Cannabis registration is open as of December 17, 2025:

Cannabis Registration Link

Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management: https://mn.gov/ocm/

Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 342: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/342

Step-by-step guide from the OCM: https://mn.gov/ocm/assets/OCM_From_Start_to_License_Your_Path_to_Cannabis_Licensing_in_MN_v2_072525_tcm1202-669533.pdf#False

FAQs

Where in Office of Cannabis Management’s process do I need to start working with the City?

The OCM has created a visual map denoting the process from start to finish for getting your Cannabis Retailer License from the state. We've also added notes on when you need to start working with the City of Brooklyn Center. View the document here.
How much cannabis am I allowed to have in my possession?

You can have up to 2 ounces of cannabis plant, 8 grams of concentrate, or 800 mg of edible product in your possession.
How much cannabis am I allowed to have in my home?

You can have up to 2 pounds of cannabis plant in your private residence.
Can I drive while using cannabis?

Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal, as well as using cannabis while driving.
What if I have cannabis in my vehicle?

Cannabis must be in the original, sealed packaging from a licensed dispensary to be possessed inside the passenger compartment of the vehicle. If not, it must be stored in the trunk or other area of the vehicle that is not normally occupied by passengers.
When will registration open for Cannabis retail registration?

Registration is open as of December 17, 2025. No lottery is scheduled as of this time, but one will be scheduled 90 days after a valid registration application is received and is approved by both the Zoning and Planning Department and the City Clerk’s Office. A preliminary license granted by the Office of Cannabis Management is also required to be considered a valid registrant. Questions can be directed to the Zoning and Planning Department at 763-569-3330 or to the Deputy City Clerk at 763-569-3346.

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