Growers' associations currently meet only about 0.1% of demand. Given how often these groups are rejected for questionable reasons, that is not surprising. Authorities increasingly treat growers' associations as a problem. In Germany, several have already given up after repeated obstacles from officials.
A new case from Hamburg shows just how far this can go and almost sounds like satire. The association Cannahaus Hamburg e. V. was rejected because its planned site was considered too clean.
Cannabis cultivation associations must follow strict rules. For example, they must be at least 200 meters away from playgrounds and must not bother nearby residents with smells. Cannahaus Hamburg e. V. tried to fully comply with these rules when choosing a location. They selected an industrial area and planned to use two storage units and a container system for cultivation. In an industrial zone, this would normally not disturb anyone.
The local building authority in Hamburg-Mitte disagreed. It rejected the application, arguing that a cooperative gardening association does not belong in an industrial area. According to the zoning plan, the area is meant for businesses that cause disturbances, such as strong odors, and therefore cannot operate elsewhere. Since the authority decided this did not apply to the cannabis association, it ruled that the project was not suitable for the area.
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