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How Inglewood Handles Cannabis Regulations: A Practical Guide

By CityRuleLookup Editorial Team

Inglewood maintains 107 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with cannabis regulations. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Inglewood falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Home Cultivation

Indoor cultivation of up to 6 cannabis plants is permitted for personal use by adults 21+ under state law. Outdoor cultivation is prohibited in all zones. Tenant must get landlord permission. Plants must not be visible from public right-of-way. Cannot grow for sale.

Key details: Indoor: Up to 6 plants, personal use only. Outdoor: Prohibited in all zones. Tenants: Must get landlord permission. Visibility: Must not be visible from public. Sales: Growing for sale prohibited.

Exceeding limits: citation and removal. Public visibility: code enforcement. Volatile extraction: criminal charges.

Dispensary Zoning

All commercial cannabis activities are prohibited in all zones in Inglewood. No dispensaries, delivery services, or retail sales permitted. Only exception: inpatient medical cannabis in hospitals/medical facilities with a Special Use Permit. Licensed state retailers may deliver into the city under MAUCRSA.

Key details: Dispensaries: Banned in all zones. Commercial Activity: All types prohibited. Hospital Exception: Inpatient only with Special Use Permit. State Delivery: Licensed retailers may deliver per MAUCRSA. Code: IMC Cannabis Regulations.

Operating any commercial cannabis business: closure, nuisance abatement, and criminal prosecution. Property owners who host unlicensed operations face separate penalties.

This is one of the stricter rules in Inglewood's municipal code. If you are unsure whether your situation complies, it is worth checking with the city before proceeding.

The Bottom Line

Inglewood's cannabis regulations rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Inglewood is broadly strict or permissive.

This guide is based on Inglewood's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.