Cannabis Regulations in Pasadena, CA (2026)
2 verified cannabis regulations for Pasadena, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Home Cultivation
Under CA Prop 64, adults 21+ may grow up to 6 plants indoors for personal use. Pasadena's commercial cannabis ordinance (PMC 5.78) regulates commercial activity but cannot override the state indoor personal-use allowance.
Pasadena Home Cannabis Cultivation
Some RestrictionsCalifornia Health and Safety Code Section 11362.2 (Personal Cannabis Cultivation — Six-Plant Limit)
11362.2. (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 kep...
Dispensary Zoning
Pasadena allows a maximum of 6 cannabis dispensaries citywide, limited to CL, CG, CO, IG, or CD zoning districts per PMC 17.50.066(D). Dispensaries must be 1,000+ ft apart. Commercial cannabis requires both city and state permits under PMC Chapter 5.78 (Ord. 7326).
Pasadena Cannabis Dispensary Zoning
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for Los Angeles County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Pasadena city rules.
Cannabis Regulations in Los Angeles County →