Home cannabis cultivation is NOT legal for recreational users in Washington State. Washington's cannabis law (RCW 69.50 — I-502) does not permit home cultivation for recreational use. Medical cannabis patients with a healthcare provider's authorization may grow up to 6 plants (or 15 if authorized as a designated provider) under RCW 69.51A.
Home cultivation of cannabis in Lakewood is governed by Washington state cannabis regulations. In states where adult-use cannabis is legal, residents 21 and older may typically grow 4–6 plants per household in a private, enclosed area. Plants must not be visible from public spaces without visual aids. Growing areas must be secured against access by minors. Lakewood may impose additional local restrictions including indoor-only cultivation requirements, prohibition of outdoor growing, or total local bans on home cultivation where state law permits. Cultivation for sale without a commercial license is prohibited. Odor from cannabis plants that creates a public nuisance may violate Lakewood's nuisance ordinance. Rental properties and HOAs may have their own prohibitions regardless of local law.
Exceeding plant limits: $250–$1,000 fine and plant seizure. Visible cultivation from public: $100–$500 fine. Cultivation in prohibited areas (local ban): $500–$2,500 fine. Sale without license: criminal charges.
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