Santa Paula has banned commercial cannabis operations including dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing, and distribution within city limits. No cannabis business permits or licenses are issued. This ban reflects voter preference in the small agricultural community.
Santa Paula has exercised its authority under California Business & Professions Code §26200 to prohibit all commercial cannabis activity within city limits. This includes retail dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing, testing laboratories, distribution centers, and delivery operations based in the city. The ban was adopted by the City Council reflecting community preference in this small agricultural city. Cannabis delivery services based outside Santa Paula may deliver to addresses within the city under California law (BPC §26090), as local jurisdictions cannot prohibit deliveries from licensed operators. Residents seeking retail cannabis must travel to other Ventura County cities that permit dispensaries, such as Port Hueneme.
Attempting to operate any commercial cannabis business in Santa Paula results in immediate code enforcement action with fines of $1,000/day per violation. The city may seek injunctive relief to shut down unpermitted operations. Criminal prosecution may also apply under state licensing requirements.
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