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Reader Poll: Should There Be Buffer Zones Between Dispensaries / Liquor Stores and Recovery Centers?

Posted on Author Amanda StollComments(2)

Boston City Council is considering creating a buffer zone that would restrict how close marijuana dispensaries and liquor stores can be to recovery facilities.

Regulations already enforced on these businesses say they must be at least half a mile apart from one another and cannot be within 500 feet of a school. Opponents of a buffer zone point to concerns of putting too many limitations on an industry that is already facing pushback, particularly in Boston where there is a small amount of land. Proponents, on the other hand, stress the importance of protecting individuals who are in recovery and may be more vulnerable.

What do you think? Should there be restrictions on marijuana and liquor stores in terms of their location to rehabilitation facilities? Vote in our poll and add your comments in the section below.

Note: Web polls are unscientific and reflect only those who choose to participate. NorthEndWaterfront.com polls do not have any official significance and are only intended for the interest of our readers.

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2 Replies to “Reader Poll: Should There Be Buffer Zones Between Dispensaries / Liquor Stores and Recovery Centers?”

  1. If I owned a donut shop, I would like to be next door to a pot dispesary. Or a police station.

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