The ordinance amends Chapter 4-4 of the Municipal Code of Chicago to add Section 4-4-331, prohibiting the sale of cannabinoid hemp products and the issuance or renewal of retail tobacco dealer licenses within the 13th Ward. This measure addresses unregulated sales of psychoactive cannabinoid hemp products and limits the density of tobacco retail businesses in the residential neighborhoods surrounding Midway Airport. Violators will face fines between $2,000 and $5,000 for each offense.
This ordinance enhances public health and safety by restricting access to unregulated psychoactive hemp products and reducing the concentration of tobacco retailers in the 13th Ward. It aligns with Chicago's goals to protect residential areas and promote community well-being.