Pocomoke Dispensary Zoning Approved | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

A cannabis dispensary in Pocomoke City just cleared a major zoning hurdle — meeting the required distance from a church — but that’s far from approval. The project still needs a full site plan, Planning Commission review, city approvals, and a building permit before any construction can begin. While locals are surprised by the proposal — especially since it’s replacing a vacant restaurant in a close-knit, family-oriented town — officials confirm only three dispensaries are allowed in the entire county, and none are currently in the pipeline. This is just one step in a long road to opening on…