Rancho Cordova, CA Cannabis Regulations: Home Cultivation (2026)
Key Facts
- State Law
- Prop 64 6 plants per residence
- Location
- Indoors only, secure area
- Public View
- Prohibited
- Age
- 21 and older
- Landlord
- May prohibit in lease
Summary
Adults 21 and older in Rancho Cordova may cultivate up to 6 cannabis plants per residence under California Proposition 64. The city requires cultivation to occur indoors and out of public view.
(a) Personal cultivation of cannabis under paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 11362.1 is subject to the following restrictions:
(1) A person shall plant, cultivate, harvest, dry, or process plants in accordance with local ordinances, if any, adopted in accordance with subdivision (b).
(2) The living plants and any cannabis produced by the plants in excess of 28.5 grams are kept within the person’s private residence, or upon the grounds of that private residence (e.g., in an outdoor garden area), are in a locked space, and are not visible by normal unaided vision from a public place.
(3) Not more than six living plants may be planted, cultivated, harvested, dried, or processed within a single private residence, or upon the grounds of that private residence, at one time.
Full Breakdown
Proposition 64 (Health and Safety Code 11362.1 and 11362.2) allows adults 21 and older to possess up to 28.5 grams of cannabis and cultivate up to 6 living plants per private residence for personal use. Cities may regulate but not prohibit personal cultivation. Rancho Cordova requires personal cultivation to occur indoors within a fully enclosed, locked, secure area of the residence or within a fully enclosed and secure accessory structure. Outdoor cultivation visible from any public place or private property is prohibited. Cultivation areas must be ventilated and use safe electrical installations to prevent fire risk. Rental property owners may still prohibit cultivation in leases. Smoke and odor from cultivation cannot constitute a nuisance affecting neighbors. Cultivation for sale or gifting outside personal use is commercial activity requiring state licensing.
Violations & Fines
Exceeding the 6-plant limit or cultivating visibly outdoors is an infraction or misdemeanor with fines up to 500 dollars. Unlicensed commercial cultivation triggers state and local enforcement.
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