PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Plainfield City Council voted unanimously to approve a pair of resolutions authorizing the split of a previously approved cannabis manufacturing and cultivation facility that the City of Plainfield says will bring it additional revenue.
“This was originally approved for cannabis cultivation and manufacturing all for one particular vendor, for 132,000 square feet,” said Director of Economic Development Zenobia Fields, referring to the West Front Street facility, which opened in late 2024. You can read both ordinances here (R 387-25, R 388-25).
This subdivision will be a class 2 standard cannabis manufacturing facility, which is already permitted in the space. Class 2 facilities are able to produce the finished cannabis product—edibles, oils, topical products, etc.—compared to a Class 1, which can only grow cannabis.
“That vendor is looking to subdivide off a little over 41,000 square feet to continue cultivation and manufacturing,” said Fields. “It will not take up any additional space. It will be an existing approved 132,000 square feet, but it does mean an additional 1.1 million a year in revenue to the city based on our 2% ordinance.”
Fields is referring to the 2% cut that the City of Plainfield receives from cannabis-related revenue. The director reported that the current facility contributes around $1.5 million annually to the city in the time since it opened a bit over a year ago. She expects this subdivision to bring in $1.1 million more in revenue, a significant boost for Plainfield cannabis development.
As Plainfield cannabis operations continue to grow, the city is seeing increased investor interest and rising tax revenues. The approval of this subdivision highlights Plainfield’s ongoing commitment to fostering responsible growth within the Plainfield cannabis sector. Officials believe that expanding the city’s licensed operations will create more jobs and solidify Plainfield’s role as a leader in New Jersey’s cannabis market.
Legal cannabis sales reached $1 billion in 2024, with significant growth already happening in 2025 so far. The city’s decision reflects its understanding of how Plainfield cannabis businesses contribute to local economic stability and sustainability.
Industry experts have praised the city’s proactive approach. The expansion of Plainfield cannabis facilities is expected to serve as a model for other municipalities across New Jersey. By allowing this subdivision, Plainfield continues to encourage regulated growth and long-term investment in the Plainfield cannabis market.
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