License applications and contents.
Las Vegas Municipal Code § 6.95.060
in effect6.95.060 - License applications and contents.
A separate application must be submitted for each license for a medical cannabis establishment and adult-use cannabis establishment. Each application is subject to the requirements of LVMC Chapter 6.06 and, in addition, must include or be accompanied by:
(A) An application for approval of suitability per LVMC 6.06.070 for each principal of the proposed establishment.
(B) If a special use permit is required for the use, evidence that:
(1) The special use permit has been approved; or
(2) A complete application therefor, together with all required accompanying documentation, has been submitted and accepted, and all applicable fees chargeable under Title 19 have been paid.
(C) All documents detailing the proposed organizational structure of the business operation, and all financial documentation required by the Department, including without limitation tax returns and supporting documentation.
(D) All documentation required by the Department concerning the adequacy of the proposed building and construction plans with supporting details in the form specified by the Building Official, and the payment of all required review and inspection fees.
(E) An environmental plan that details how the establishment will meet the requirements of LVMC 6.95.190 and any other standards or requirements that have been established by the City for the type of establishment proposed.
(F) A security plan, including a depiction of the location and configuration of security cameras, indicating how the applicant intends to comply with the requirements related to monitoring and securing the licensed premises as required by this Chapter. The plan should indicate methods of preventing the entry of minors into the establishment, unless such entry is expressly permitted.
(1) An applicant for a medical cannabis dispensary or adult-use cannabis retail store that will offer a curbside pick-up or drive thru must submit proof of compliance with Title 19, and a detailed security plan including a site plan must be submitted for review and approval.
(G) An accounting plan that complies with the accounting and auditing procedures that have been established by the Department in order to track and record all sales for audit purposes, including how the establishment will store and safeguard those records.
(H) A copy of all existing and proposed contracts for consulting, management, or leasing of the premises for the proposed establishment, including written documentation stating that the property owner of the proposed location for the establishment is fully aware of the property's intended use or a copy of the deed to such property showing ownership vested in the applicant.
(I) If the application is for a retail cannabis consumption lounge or independent consumption lounge a fire safety plan is required. Such a plan must be designed to ensure the safety of employees, patrons, and the public as it relates to the consumption lounge and its operation if the allowance of combustible materials exists at the establishment.
(J) A written statement acknowledging that the applicant understands applicable Federal laws, any guidance or directives issued by the U.S. Department of Justice, the laws of the State of Nevada and the ordinances and regulations of the City applicable thereto concerning the operation of an establishment. The written statement shall also acknowledge that any violation of any laws or regulations of the State of Nevada or of the ordinances and regulations of the City, or any activity in violation of any guidance or directives issued by the U.S. Department of Justice in such place of business, or in connection therewith, or the commencement of any legal proceeding relating to such establishment by Federal authorities, may subject a license to immediate suspension or revocation.
(K) A written statement to the Director that the applicant will hold harmless, indemnify, and defend the City against all claims and litigation arising from the issuance of a license, including any claims and litigation arising from the establishment, operation, or ownership of the establishment.
(L) An acknowledgement that the applicant is seeking a privilege under LVMC Chapter 6.06 and understands that each principal must be found suitable to hold such license by the City Council prior to the issuance of any license; that the applicant understands and acknowledges that the burden of proving qualifications to receive such a license is at all times on the applicant; that the granting of a license is at the discretion of the City Council; and that the applicant agrees to abide by the decision.
(Ord. No. 6831, § 2, 3-1-23; Ord. No. 6750, § 6, 9-16-20)
Source: City of Las Vegas, Municipal Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/nv/las_vegas/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT6BUTALIRE_CH6.95MEADECAOP_6.95.060LIAPCOFetched: 10/28/2026