City of Auburn
Adult Use and Medical Marijuana
Businesses Ordinance
Application Fact Sheet
Before you apply:
July 1st-31st is the application window for existing facilities only
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Do you cultivate marijuana for personal use or for a household member? If so, you do not need
to complete this application.
Currently applications are for Medical Use only, at this time Adult use is not approved.
Obtain a copy of the City of Auburn Adult Use and Medical Marijuana Business Ordinance
Carefully read the definitions section of the City of Auburn Adult Use and Medical Marijuana
Businesses Ordinance. (§ 14-656)
Review all permitting and license fees (§14-658.E) and Standards for License (§14-659).
It is recommended that you read the State of Maine Marijuana Legalization Act. “Whenever a
provision of this Ordinance conflicts with […] or is inconsistent with any other ordinance,
regulation, or standard, the more restrictive provision shall apply.” (§ 14-653)
Understand the zoning ordinance for the district where the adult use marijuana business will be
located. Certain cultivation practices may be restricted in certain areas of the city. It is your
responsibility to obtain this information by contacting the City Economic & Community
Development Office.
Check to ensure you, your corporation, partnership, or limited liability company, every officer,
director, and managing partner meet all residency requirements before applying, including
shareholders and other equity interests. (see: §14-658.D.5; 22 M.R.S. §2422)
If the operation of your adult use marijuana business is to be operated by more than one
individual, each participant and their relevant information must be included on this application.
Make sure you have:
o All necessary driver’s license, social security, and/or tax ID numbers
o Proof that applicant(s) and partner(s) are at least 21 years of age
o All corporation, LLC, or partnership documents
o List of previous applications and permits held in other jurisdictions (including denials),
and criminal history for all applicants
o Documentation to support entitlement or possession of the property being used for the
adult use marijuana business, including city tax map and a to scale sketch with
dimensions
Incomplete applications will be rejected and will need to reapply; restarting the application
process for that business.

*Existing Facilities can expect a final response by
August 16th

 Important Numbers:
Auburn Economic & Community Development Office
(207) 333-6601 ext. 1133

Auburn City Clerk Department
(207) 333-6601 ext. 1121

Auburn Police Department
(207) 333-6651 ext. 2053

Auburn Fire Department
(207) 333-6633

Auburn Water & Sewer District
(207) 784-6469

*Existing Facilities can expect a final response by
August 16th