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Sonoma County Cannabis Program

Cannabis Local Equity Program Applications

Cannabis Local Equity Program Application Process

The Sonoma County Cannabis Local Equity Program application process has two phases:

  • Phase 1 – Applicants apply to become a Verified Cannabis Equity Applicant/Operator
  • Phase 2 – Verified Cannabis Equity Applicants/Operators apply for Cannabis Equity Grant funding

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the Sonoma County Cannabis Local Equity Program Manual and Equity Program Frequently Asked Questions before applying.

Link to Cannabis Local Equity Program Manual

Link to Equity Program Frequently Asked Questions

Note for all applicants: Most information provided to the County is a public record, however, the County will not disclose confidential personal and financial information. If confidential information is not required to verify compliance with the eligibility criteria, please redact prior to submittal.

Phase 1 Application - Open Continuously

Any cannabis applicants/operators operating within Sonoma County (unincorporated areas and within the cities) may submit a Phase 1 application to become a Verified Cannabis Equity Applicant/Operator.

How to Apply:

  1. Download the Phase 1 Application (linked below)
  2. Complete the Application, including Attestation and Signature
  3. Collect necessary documentation
  4. Submit via email to: Cannabis@sonoma-county.org with Cannabis Local Equity Program Phase 1 Application in the subject line

Sonoma County Cannabis Local Equity Program Phase 1 Application (PDF: 307 kb)

Phase 2 Application - Opening Soon

The Phase 2 Application period will be opening soon. Be sure to sign up for email updates (link below). When available, only Verified Cannabis Equity Applicants/Operators are eligible to submit a Phase 2 Application for Cannabis Equity Grant funding.