Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani Partner Christopher Strunk, Co-Leader of the firm's National Cannabis, Hemp & CBD Practice Group, was recently quoted in The Guardian on the evolving legal landscape for cannabis businesses, specifically regarding odor regulation and individual use. In the article, Strunk addresses the complexities surrounding local and state regulations that require cannabis facilities to control odors, noting how these laws can become a point of contention for businesses and local communities alike.
Strunk's insights, grounded in his extensive experience in environmental law and toxic tort litigation, highlight the growing tension between cannabis businesses and residential communities over odor complaints, particularly in jurisdictions like Santa Barbara County, California. His perspective underscores the broader regulatory issues that cannabis businesses face, including compliance with environmental laws such as the Clean Air Act and the potential costs of odor control measures like carbon scrubbers.
Strunk offers a point of view honed through more than 25 years of legal experience, having represented a wide array of industries in complex environmental litigation, including toxic tort cases. His guidance is invaluable for cannabis businesses navigating today’s nuanced regulatory environment.
Read more in The Guardian. Learn more about GRSM's National Cannabis, Hemp & CBD Practice Group.