Three state-regulated marijuana retailers in western Massachusetts are suing a town government for almost $6 million over “community impact fees” levied as part of their host community agreements.
The fees, which are levied on top of local taxes, are meant to help municipal governments offset the potential costs of hosting cannabis businesses.
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However, the three retailers suing the town of Great Barrington – Farnsworth Fine Cannabis, Rebelle and Theory Wellness – argue that the town has not incurred any extra costs from their businesses.
“As time has gone on, it’s become more and more apparent that there’s no financial impact on any of these municipalities,” the plaintiffs’ attorney, David Rich, told MassLive.com.
Rich added that towns are supposed to document specific costs from
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