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Is Your Provisional Cannabis License Stuck in Limbo?

The Department of Cannabis Control  is locking down renewal functions within the licensing portal, requiring licensees to work directly with a DCC agent to resolve deficiencies before allowing renewals. If you’re facing this challenge, Canna Consulting Co. can help!

As of January 1, 2025, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) will no longer renew provisional licenses except for locally verified equity retail licenses with valid provisional licenses who may be eligible for provisional license renewal.

What is Required to Transition a Provisional License to Annual?

Transitioning a Provisional license to Annual is dependent on a number of factors, such as:

• License type
• Forms and documents submitted with application
• CEQA compliance status
• Standard operating procedures
• Premises diagram deficiencies
• Labor peace agreement status

What Happens if I Can’t Transition My License Before its Renewal Date?

The DCC will allow you up to 30 days to transition your Provisional license to Annual. After that, your license expires and cannot be renewed.

Help is Here!

Canna Consulting Co. has transitioned numerous Provisional licenses to Annual over the last year, most for as little as $3,500. Don’t wait until your renewal date. Contact us today to get started!