Mendocino County is amending its cannabis regulations to establish two types of overlay zones: areas intended to support continued operations by existing growers (Opt-In Zones), and areas where new commercial cannabis cultivation would be restricted (Opt-Out Zones).

Michael Baker International, the County’s consultant, and County staff will discuss the purpose and intent of the overlay zones and the boundaries of the proposed Opt-In Zones and Opt-Out Zones at upcoming community meetings. Community members are encouraged to learn more about these proposed overlay zones and to provide input on both the proposed regulations and the boundaries of the proposed overlay zones. The Board of Supervisors is seeking input from affected community members to help guide their discussions and decisions regarding these proposed regulations.

Overviews of the proposed regulations (Framework documents) and the boundaries of the proposed overlay zones are available for public review at www.mendocinocounty.org/cannabis.

Public comments can be submitted electronically in advance of each meeting by emailing bos@mendocinocounty.org. For more information regarding the meeting, please contact the Mendocino County Executive Office at (707) 463-4441.

Cannabis Overlay Zone Covelo Meeting Flyer