NY MRTA allows 3 mature + 3 immature plants per adult (21+), 6 + 6 max per household. Must be enclosed, secure, out of public view. Landlords may prohibit. Monroe County follows state law.
New York Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA, Cannabis Law §222) allows adults 21+ to cultivate up to 3 mature and 3 immature cannabis plants at their primary residence, with a household cap of 6 mature + 6 immature regardless of number of adults. Plants must be in an enclosed, locked area not visible from public spaces or neighboring properties. Home cultivation for personal use became effective 18 months after dispensary sales began - permitted statewide. Landlords may prohibit in rental properties. Rochester and Monroe County towns follow state law; no additional local restrictions. Home cultivators may not sell. Commercial cultivation requires Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) license.
Over plant limit: civil penalty up to $125 first offense under Cannabis Law §222. Visible cultivation: citation. Unlicensed sale: Penal Law 221.40-221.55 criminal charges.
Monroe County, NY
City of Rochester prohibits on-street parking 2 AM to 6 AM year-round under Municipal Code §111-5 (alternate side not in effect; blanket overnight ban). Resi...
Monroe County, NY
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Monroe County, NY
NY State Uniform Code (Residential Code §R404) requires engineered design for retaining walls over 4 feet measured from bottom of footing. Monroe County muni...
Monroe County, NY
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Monroe County, NY
Monroe County is not designated a high wildfire hazard area. No defensible space requirements. NY DEC Part 215 brush burn ban (March 16 – May 14) is the prim...
Monroe County, NY
Monroe County follows NY DEC Part 215 seasonal burn ban (March 16 to May 14). Property owners must keep lots clear under town property maintenance codes. No ...
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