Legal Department

There are no legal issues related to this application at this time.

Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture

The proposed AGCO Cannabis Store application located at 398 University Ave W is not in excess of 150 metres from a Parks and/or recreation facility. This address falls within 18 meters of Windsor International Aquatic Centre and Vision Corridor located at 421 Riverside Drive West. The following parks and/ or recreation facilities are located within 500 metres of the proposed location:

Windsor Fire and Rescue Services

WFRS does not have any concerns with the location of this application.

An inspection prior to opening is required to identify the location and quantity of the product and any special hazards.

Planning & Building Department

The parcel located at 398 University Avenue is zoned Commercial CD3.1 which permits the proposed retail store.

Any renovations undertaken must comply with all applicable law, including Cannabis License Act, 2018 regulations, as well as the Building Code Act, 1992 and the Ontario Building Code. Applicants should consult with Development Services staff regarding necessary approvals, permits and inspections.

Risk Analysis:

Comments to the AGCO must be submitted by the municipality within 15 days. If submissions are not received within this period, they will not be considered. However, the AGCO is the provincial authority in cannabis retail licenses and the City has no recourse if the AGCO issues a license despite any objections made.

Financial Matters:

N/A