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Coral Gables, FL Cannabis Regulations: Home Cultivation (2026)

Heavy Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Home Cultivation
Illegal in Florida
Medical Patients
Cannot grow at home
Under 25 Plants
Third-degree felony
25+ Plants
Second-degree felony
Legal Source
Licensed MMTCs only

Summary

Home cultivation of cannabis is illegal in Florida. Florida law does not permit patients or caregivers to grow marijuana at home, even with a valid medical marijuana card. All medical cannabis must be purchased from a licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Center (MMTC). Coral Gables enforces state law and may impose additional local penalties.

(f)  The department may revoke the registration of a qualified patient or caregiver who cultivates marijuana or who acquires, possesses, or delivers marijuana from any person or entity other than a medical marijuana treatment center. (g)  The department shall revoke the registration of a qualified patient, and the patient’s associated caregiver, upon notification that the patient no longer meets the criteria of a qualified patient. (h)  The department may adopt rules pursuant to ss. 120.536 (1) and 120.54 to implement this subsection. (6)  CAREGIVERS. — (a)  The department must register an individual as a caregiver on the medical marijuana use registry and issue a caregiver identification card if an individual designated by a qualified patient meets all of the requirements of this subsection and department rule. (b)  A caregiver must: 1.  Not be a qualified physician and not be employed by or have an economic interest in a medical marijuana treatment center or a marijuana testing laboratory. 2.  Be 21 years of age or older and a resident of this state. 3.  Agree in writing to assist with the qualified patient’s medical use of marijuana. 4.  Be registered in the medical marijuana use registry as a caregiver for no more than one qualified patient, except as provided in this paragraph. 5.  Successfully complete a caregiver certification course developed and administered by the department or its designee, which must be renewed biennially. The price of the course may not exceed $100. 6.  Pass a background screening pursuant to subsection (9), unless the patient is a close relative of the caregiver. (c)  A qualified patient may designate no more than one caregiver to assist with the qualified patient’s medical use of marijuana, unless: 1.  The qualified patient is a mino

Source: Florida Statute 381.986 - Medical MarijuanaView official code

Full Breakdown

Florida law prohibits the home cultivation of cannabis for any purpose, whether recreational or medical. Florida Statute 381.986 establishes the medical marijuana program but restricts all cultivation, processing, and dispensing to licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MMTCs). Patients with a valid medical marijuana card must purchase all cannabis products from a licensed MMTC. There is no home-grow provision in Florida's medical marijuana statute, unlike some other states. Growing even a single cannabis plant at home is a criminal offense under Florida Statute 893.13, regardless of the grower's medical marijuana patient status. Possession of more than 25 cannabis plants is a second-degree felony. Coral Gables enforces state law and the city's Code Enforcement Division may investigate reports of cannabis cultivation as a nuisance or zoning violation in addition to criminal penalties. The city's strict property maintenance standards and Board of Architects oversight of exterior appearance further restrict any visible cultivation activities.

Violations & Fines

Growing cannabis at home is a criminal offense under Florida Statute 893.13. Cultivation of fewer than 25 plants is a third-degree felony punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Cultivation of 25 or more plants is a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I grow cannabis at home in Coral Gables with a medical marijuana card?
No. Florida law prohibits all home cultivation of cannabis, even for medical marijuana patients. All cannabis products must be purchased from a licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Center. Growing any amount at home is a criminal offense.
What are the penalties for growing cannabis at home in Florida?
Cultivating fewer than 25 plants is a third-degree felony (up to 5 years prison, $5,000 fine). Growing 25 or more plants is a second-degree felony (up to 15 years prison, $10,000 fine). These are criminal penalties in addition to any local code enforcement action.
Is recreational cannabis legal in Florida?
No. As of 2024, recreational cannabis use and possession remain illegal in Florida. Only patients with a valid medical marijuana card can possess and use cannabis products purchased from licensed MMTCs.

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