All commercial cannabis prohibited except medicinal delivery from industrial zones. CMC Chapter 8.90 bans dispensaries, cultivation, manufacturing, and retail in all zones.
CMC Ch. 8.90: no person shall engage in any commercial cannabis activity. No permit, license, or authorization issued. Exception: medicinal cannabis delivery from industrial-zoned sites only (classified as storage/distribution). Indoor personal cultivation per state law H&S §11362.2(a) is allowed. This dispensary zoning rule under Carlsbad's cannabis ordinances applies to properties within Carlsbad city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Carlsbad code enforcement directly or consult the official California municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Violations enforced by Police and Code Enforcement. 442-339-2703.
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