Cannabis
Cannabis related businesses will need to submit a cannabis license application by logging into the Permit & Business Licensing Portal. The completeness of the application, use and intensity of the operations, and applicable additional building permit or change-of-use permits impact the length of review. Cannabis licenses typically take between 12-20 weeks for review. Need Help Applying? Click for Instructions
Effective January 1, 2023, all cannabis related businesses are required to apply for a 420 Cannabis license (previously licensed as a GEN general business license.)
New Dispensary Licenses Prohibited
Ordinance Number 3748 modified Missoula Municipal Code 5.08.121 in August 2024. This prohibits licensure of any new adult-use recreational cannabis dispensaries through August 7th, 2026. This applies to applications for new dispensary businesses as well as new locations for existing dispensary operations (thereby prohibiting existing business from expanding to new locations or relocating). City staff may accept applications to renew business licenses for existing cannabis dispensary operations if they are compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
- Do I need a permit or license?
- How do I apply for a permit/license?
- How does the review process work?
- How do I schedule an inspection?
- Will I need a change-of-use?
- Will I need an Architect/Engineer?
- Will I need mechanical, electrical or plumbing permits?
- Can I install mechanical equipment, duct work, or exhaust fans myself?
- I have un-permitted work I need to resolve in order to get my license, now what?
- How do I open a dispensary?
- What is the process for opening a cultivation business in the City of Missoula?
- Can I grow Cannabis plants in my home?
- What is the process for opening an extraction business in the City of Missoula?
- How do I add a use to my existing business license or 420 license?
- How do I increase the canopy area of my existing business license?
- How is my canopy area calculated?
- When is my business able to switch from medical to recreational?
- Are there odor or air quality restrictions?
- Are there energy use restrictions for cannabis cultivation?
- How do I submit a complaint related to Cannabis?
- City of Missoula -Title 5 - Cannabis - Air Quality Mitigation [5.120]
- City of Missoula - Title 20 - Ordinance No. 3689
- 2021 International Building Code
- 2021 International Fire Code - Chapter 39: Processing and Extraction Facilities
- 2021 International Fire Code - Chapter 58: Flammable Gasses and Cryogenic Fluids
- Montana Code Annotated (MCA) Chapter 12 (Part 2): Licensing and Regulation
- Montana Code Annotated (MCA) Chapter 12 (Part 2): Licensing as Privilege - Criteria