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Huntsville Proposes New Rules for Hemp Sales
City aims to align with state law while protecting neighborhoods and institutions
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The Huntsville City Council is considering new regulations on the sale of consumable hemp products within the city limits. The proposed rules would treat hemp retailers similarly to package liquor stores in terms of zoning and location restrictions, in order to protect neighborhoods, schools, and churches. The public hearing and council vote on the new ordinance is scheduled for March 26.
Why it matters
As a new retail category, the city wants to ensure that hemp sales are regulated in a way that maintains consistent standards and protects local communities, while also aligning with recently passed state legislation that allows the sale of certain hemp products.
The details
The proposed amendment would require standalone consumable hemp retailers to follow the same zoning rules as package liquor stores, meaning they cannot operate within a certain distance of schools, churches, and other sensitive locations. Hemp products sold in grocery stores or pharmacies would need to meet the same requirements as selling beer, wine, or other regulated goods in those establishments.
- The Huntsville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the new hemp regulations on March 26, 2026.
- The state law allowing the sale of certain consumable hemp products took effect on January 1, 2026.
The players
Huntsville City Council
The governing body of the city of Huntsville, Alabama that is considering the new regulations on hemp sales.
Thomas Nunez
The manager of Planning and Zoning Services for the city of Huntsville, who stated that the proposal aims to bring clarity for business owners and residents while maintaining consistent standards to protect neighborhoods and nearby institutions.
Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
The state agency that will regulate the sale of consumable hemp products under the new Alabama law.
What they’re saying
“This proposal brings clarity for business owners and residents. It aligns with state law while maintaining consistent standards that protect neighborhoods and nearby schools and churches.”
— Thomas Nunez, Manager of Planning and Zoning Services (al.com)
What’s next
The Huntsville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed hemp sales regulations during their meeting on March 26, 2026.
The takeaway
Huntsville is taking a proactive approach to regulating the new consumable hemp retail market, aiming to balance business needs with community concerns by aligning local rules with the state's new hemp law.
