Cannabis businesses in New Jersey are struggling to open due to delays in the approval process for legal consumption lounges. Dispensary owners who have invested significant amounts of money are becoming increasingly frustrated as they await the green light to start operations.
These lounges were expected to provide a space for customers to consume cannabis legally, but the rollout has not gone as planned. Owners report that they have invested heavily in their businesses, anticipating a thriving market, but they are now left in limbo.
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) has been working to set regulations for these lounges, but the timeline remains uncertain. Owners are eager to see progress, as the delays are impacting their financial plans and business strategies. A recent statement from one of the owners highlighted the need for clarity and action from the CRC to help them move forward.
As the situation evolves, many in the industry are hopeful that the CRC will expedite the approval process, allowing New Jersey’s cannabis market to flourish as intended. For now, dispensary owners are left waiting and hoping for a resolution to this ongoing issue.
