NJ-CRC Approves Four Cannabis Consumption Area Endorsements

TRENTON – The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) approved four consumption area endorsements during its July 15 public meeting, marking a significant step forward in expanding access to safe, regulated spaces for cannabis use in New Jersey.

Consumption area endorsements allow licensed cannabis retailers to create designated spaces where recreational consumers and medicinal cannabis patients, 21 years and older, can legally consume cannabis on-site.

“This is a major milestone in New Jersey’s cannabis industry. These designated spaces provide consumers with safe and legal options for cannabis consumption,” said Commission Chairwoman Dianna Houenou. "Whether individuals cannot consume cannabis inside their homes or simply wish to consume cannabis legally and responsibly, these areas provide a practical solution. We are proud to support this next phase of safe-use infrastructure in our state.”

The four consumption area endorsements approved are for High Rollers Dispensary and SunnyTien Dispensary, both located in Atlantic City, Gynsyng located in Merchantville, and URB’N Dispensary located in Newark. All are Diversely Owned Businesses (minority-owned, woman-owned, or disabled veteran-owned, as certified by the New Jersey Department of Treasury).

To receive a consumption area endorsement, applicants first obtained municipal approval and met specific facility, safety, and ventilation requirements as outlined in NJ-CRC’s Notice of Application Addendum.  After obtaining State approval, the retailers will need to pass a final site inspection before their consumption areas can open for business.

Approved consumption area endorsement holders are expected to uphold rigorous standards to ensure that consumption areas remain secure, well-managed, and compliant with state law.

For more information on consumption area endorsement requirements, including application instructions and resources for municipalities, please visit www.nj.gov/cannabis.

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission establishes and enforces the rules and regulations governing the licensing, cultivation, testing, selling, and purchasing of cannabis in the state.