Vermont § 863 - Regulation by local government
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 863 — Regulation by local government, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 863. Regulation by local government
- (a)(1) Prior to a cannabis retailer or the retail portion of an integrated licensee operating
within a municipality, the municipality shall affirmatively permit the operation of
such cannabis establishments by majority vote of those present and voting by Australian
ballot at an annual or special meeting warned for that purpose. A municipality may
place retailers or integrated licensees, or both, on the ballot for approval. (2) A vote to permit the operation of a licensed cannabis retailer or integrated licensee
within the municipality shall remain in effect until rescinded by majority vote of
those present and voting by Australian ballot at a subsequent annual or special meeting
warned for that purpose. A rescission of the permission to operate a licensed cannabis
retailer or integrated licensee within the municipality under this subdivision shall
not apply to a licensed cannabis retailer or integrated licensee that is operating
within the municipality at the time of the vote.
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 863
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 863 cover?
Section 863 ("Regulation by local government") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 863?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 863 apply to my situation?
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