Fillmore, CA Cannabis Regulations: Dispensary Zoning (2026)
Key Facts
- Dispensaries
- Prohibited citywide
- Commercial Cultivation
- Prohibited
- Manufacturing
- Prohibited
- State Authority
- CA B&P Code §26200
- Personal Growing
- 6 plants indoors (state law)
Summary
Fillmore prohibits commercial cannabis operations including dispensaries, cultivation facilities, and manufacturing within city limits. The city has opted out of allowing commercial cannabis land uses under California Business & Professions Code §26200.
(a) (1) Except as set forth in the Medicinal Cannabis Patients' Right of Access Act (Chapter 26 (commencing with Section 26320)), this division shall not be interpreted to supersede or limit the authority of a local jurisdiction to adopt and enforce local ordinances to regulate businesses licensed under this division, including, but not limited to, local zoning and land use requirements, business license requirements, and requirements related to reducing exposure to secondhand smoke, or to completely prohibit the establishment or operation of one or more types of businesses licensed under this division within the local jurisdiction.
(2) Except as set forth in the Medicinal Cannabis Patients' Right of Access Act (Chapter 26 (commencing with Section 26320)), this division shall not be interpreted to supersede or limit existing local authority for law enforcement activity, enforcement of local zoning requirements or local ordinances, or enforcement of local license, permit, or other authorization requirements.
(b) This division shall not be interpreted to require the department to undertake local law enforcement responsibilities, enforce local zoning requirements, or enforce local licensing, permitting, or other authorization requirements.
Full Breakdown
Fillmore has exercised its authority under California Business & Professions Code §26200 to prohibit all commercial cannabis activities within city limits. This includes retail dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing, distribution, and testing laboratories. The city's agricultural character and small-town values informed this prohibition. Neighboring unincorporated Ventura County areas also restrict commercial cannabis. No commercial cannabis licenses will be issued by the city. Personal cultivation of up to 6 plants indoors is protected by state law (Proposition 64 / Health & Safety Code §11362.2) and cannot be banned by the city.
Violations & Fines
Operating any commercial cannabis business in Fillmore is a violation of the municipal code subject to code enforcement action, administrative fines, and potential criminal prosecution. Unpermitted operations face immediate closure orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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