Local landlords say questions remain about the impending legalization of marijuana, even after an information session with an expert panel on Wednesday night.
Recreational pot becomes legal on October 17th.
Near North Landlords Assocation President John Wilson tells BayToday there is still plenty of grey area with the legislation.
“We expected the vagueness, the law isn’t there yet, we don’t know where we’re going, and quite frankly this is just to get, not just our members, but politicians to start to pay attention,” he says.
Deputy Police Chief Scott Tod tells BayToday landlords were asking about the number of tenants versus number of plants allowed in a residence and consumption, when it comes to youth in a residence.
“Our best advice is to look at the legislation, consult with a legal expert in regards to what that means, in regards to the contractual obligations that they have with their tenants,” he says.
Tod also says an odour of marijuana will no longer be grounds to search a residence, however the potential of a youth consuming cannabis in a residence could be.
Deputy Fire Chief Mike Bechard says fire safety was their focus, especially with smoke alarms and CO Alarms.
“If you’re disabling those devices, North Bay Fire and Emergency Services is going to take a very dim view of that,” he tells BayToday. “People need to maintain those alarms, they’re there for the protection of the people in the unit and when you’re in a multi-residential unit, not just your protection, but your neighbour’s protection as well.”

 

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