Smoking or vaping in businesses

Minnesota law bans all indoor smoking. You can download a smoke free patio sign for your business.

No smoking

• No smoking or vaping is allowed in:
  • Indoor bars or restaurants
  • Other indoor public places
• The Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act bans indoor smoking. This includes cannabis use. 
• Download a no smoking sign for a business

Future licenses

• The Office of Cannabis Management has guidance for adult consumers. See guidance for adult consumers
• Outdoor, on-site consumption may be allowed at some licensed cannabis businesses in the future. These licenses are not yet available.

Cannabis seeds

You need a permit to sell cannabis seeds.

• The Minnesota Department of Agriculture issues permits.
• Request a permit
• Read cannabis seed rules

As of August 1, 2023, cannabis seeds can be sold by a:

• Seed labeler
• Seed retailer

Local retail registration

When the state begins giving licenses, cannabis or hemp stores must also register with the city. We will issue a retail registration after verifying that the business:

• Has checked if the planned cannabis business follows local zoning rules.
• Has a valid license or license preapproval issued by OCM.
• Complete and submit Cannabis & Hemp Retail Registration Form.
• Paid a registration fee or renewal fee to the local government.

Visit the Office of Cannabis Management’s website for more rules and regulations