HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 5767 CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 5767
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING
SECTION 4-1-250 OF CHAPTER 1, ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT, OF
TITLE IV (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) AND SECTION 5-5-3 OF CHAPTER 5,
BUSINESS LICENSES, OF TITLE V (FINANCE AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS) OF
THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING A PROCESS FOR LOCAL
LICENSING OF MARIJUANA BUSINESSES.
WHEREAS, state Initiative 697 legalized medical marijuana but with little regulation;
and
WHEREAS, the matter of legalized marijuana through Initiative 697 was duly referred
to the Planning Commission for investigation, study, and the matter having been duly
considered by the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 6, 2014, having
duly considered all matters relevant thereto, and all parties having been heard appearing in
support or opposition; and
WHEREAS,the Council held the matter pending action from the legislature; and
WHEREAS, the legislature this year enacted 2SSB 5052 regulating medical marijuana
and the Governor signed the bill into law; and
WHEREAS, 2SSB 5052 provides a method for medical marijuana retail businesses
meeting certain criteria to obtain a state license or endorsement;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. The above recitals are found to be true and correct in all respects.
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SECTION II. The City Council hereby declares that as of August 1, 2015 no new
marijuana establishments involved in the selling, dispensing, producing, or processing of
marijuana will be permitted without first obtaining a license or endorsement from the state.
SECTION III. Section 4-1-250, Marijuana Regulations, of Chapter 1, Administration
and Enforcement, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is
hereby amended to add a new subsection 4-1-250.E entitled "Procedure for Obtaining City
License for Marijuana Use", to read as shown below. The currently codified subsection 4-1-
250.E, Zoning, shall be relettered as subsection F.
E. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING CITY LICENSE FOR MARIJUANA USE:
1. Any marijuana retailer, producer, or processor must obtain and
maintain a valid Liquor and Cannabis Board license or endorsement to sell,
produce or process marijuana in the City of Renton at the state approved
location. Any existing marijuana businesses and operations do not currently
have a valid state license must apply for and receive a license or endorsement
at the first opportunity to do so, but in no event be later than July 1, 2016.
2. Upon timely obtaining a marijuana license or endorsement from the
state and complying with the City Zoning Code and other applicable City codes,
and upon application and payment of all appropriate taxes and/or fees a City
business license may be issued.
SECTION IV. Subsection 5-5-3.G.5.a of section 5-5-3, General Business License,
of Chapter 5, Business Licenses, of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations) of the
Renton Municipal Code, is hereby amended as follows:
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a. The Administrative Services Administrator may deny, suspend any
license application and/or revoke any license issued pursuant to this Chapter to
any business enterprise or other license holder who:
i. Is in default in any payment to the City, except for current
taxes and other obligations not past due;
ii. Has obtained a license or permit by fraud, misrepresentation,
or concealment;
iii. Is or has been convicted of, forfeits bond upon, or pleads
guilty to any felony offense directly related to the operation of the applicant's or
license holder's business;
iv. Makes false statements, misrepresentations or fails to
disclose material facts to the City related to any permits or applications;
v. Violates or allows employees, visitors, or patrons to violate
federal, state, or municipal law; or violates any land use, building, safety, fire or
health regulation on the premises in which the business is located.
vi. Fails to obtain or maintain a valid state business license or
special endorsement for a specific activity.
SECTION V. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval, and thirty
(30) days after publication.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5767
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 21st day of September .1 2015.
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APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 21st day of_ September , 2015.
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Denis Law, Mayor
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Approved as to form: , � $
Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney
Date of Publication: 9/25/2015 ( summary)
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