Do I need a license to have my friends consume marijuana at my house?
- No license is required if you are not engaging in business or commerce involving marijuana. Adults can use marijuana in their homes (but leases might prohibit it, so be sure to check yours).
Do I need a license to offer or sell marijuana for people to consume at my business?
- A marijuana hospitality and sales business license is required.
What if I market my business as "cannabis-friendly?"
- You might need a license. If you are engaging in business or commerce involving marijuana, you must have a local and state license. If that business or commerce involves on-premises consumption of marijuana, you will need to have a marijuana hospitality license. You should consult with an attorney to discuss your business model to determine if you require a license.
What if I offer or rent event space for marijuana consumption events?
- If you are engaging in business or commerce involving marijuana, you must have a local and state license.
What if I offer a class such as yoga, cooking or painting paired with marijuana consumption?
- If you are engaging in business or commerce involving the consumption of marijuana on the premises, you must have a marijuana hospitality business license.
What if I operate a membership-based business where people must register as a member and pay dues to consume marijuana at my business?
- If you are engaging in business or commerce involving the consumption of marijuana on the premises, you must have a marijuana hospitality business license.
What if I operate a restaurant that incorporates marijuana consumption?
- If you are engaging in business or commerce involving the consumption of marijuana on the premises, you must have a marijuana hospitality business license.
- You must follow the rules about operation of a hospitality business in a retail food establishment.
- A marijuana hospitality business licensee cannot allow the consumption of alcohol or smoking of tobacco or tobacco products on the licensed premises.
What if I allow marijuana consumption at my liquor-licensed premises?
- Liquor licensees cannot allow marijuana consumption on their licensed premises, per Colorado liquor rules. They risk disciplinary action, up to revocation of their liquor license.
What if I operate a shuttle or tour bus that allows guests to consume marijuana onboard?
- A city and state license for marijuana hospitality business with a mobile premises is required.
If you are unsure if your business model requires a license, consult an attorney.