The Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board has officially approved a settlement agreement that closes the case involving Flowerz, LLC and its former operating location at 318 Massachusetts Ave NE in Washington, D.C..

Under an Order dated March 18, 2026, the Board signed off on an Offer-in-Compromise between Flowerz, LLC, the property owners, and the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA), resolving allegations tied to unlicensed cannabis activity and enforcement actions that resulted in a prior summary closure of the site.

As part of the agreement, Flowerz, LLC will pay a $3,000 fine and has confirmed it permanently vacated the Massachusetts Avenue premises. The settlement also acknowledges that the lease was terminated and that ABCA had already taken possession of the property in December 2025.

The Board’s order states that the agreement fully resolves the matter and requires Flowerz to waive its right to contest liability, request a hearing, present evidence, confront witnesses or seek judicial review.

The settlement places significant long-term restrictions on the property owner. The owners of the building—Trusts A and B under the Quang-Lienhai Living Trust—agreed not to lease the space to any unlicensed cannabis operator in the future.

If a future tenant engages in cannabis commerce without proper authorization, it will be considered a subsequent violation under D.C. cannabis enforcement laws and could trigger fines of up to $10,000.

The agreement also requires the property owner to accept responsibility for ensuring compliance and returning any remaining property belonging to Flowerz, LLC.

This final order follows an earlier February 25, 2026 closure order tied to the same case, which initiated the summary shutdown process at the site. The enforcement action was brought through ABCA’s civil enforcement authority and handled by the Office of the Attorney General.

The case was prosecuted under Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb, with Assistant Attorney General Sophia Mietus representing the District.

By entering into the Offer-in-Compromise, Flowerz waived all rights to appeal or challenge the Board’s decision, effectively bringing the case to a permanent close. The Board emphasized that the agreement constitutes the full resolution of the matter and that any future violations tied to cannabis activity at the premises could result in escalated penalties.

Flowerz online website continues to offer a few gummy and infused beverage products for delivery. However, where it’s hours are listed in now says “Back in Bloom Soon!”