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Home Cultivation: Altadena vs South San Gabriel

How do home cultivation rules compare between Altadena, CA and South San Gabriel, CA?

Altadena and South San Gabriel have similar restriction levels.

Altadena, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

California Proposition 64 (Health & Safety Code 11362.1) allows adults 21+ to cultivate up to 6 cannabis plants for personal use. LA County Ordinance 2017-0025 limits cultivation to indoor or secured outdoor areas not visible to the public.

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South San Gabriel, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Adults 21+ in unincorporated LA County may grow up to 6 cannabis plants per household for personal use under Prop 64. Plants must be in a locked space not visible to the public. All commercial cultivation is prohibited. Landlords may restrict cultivation in rental units.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactAltadenaSouth San Gabriel
Max Plants6 per residence-
AuthorityLA County Ord. 2017-0025 + Prop 64-
VisibilityNot visible from public-
Locked SpaceRequired-
Personal Plants-Up to 6 per household
Location-Locked, not publicly visible
Commercial-Prohibited
Rentals-Landlord may restrict

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Altadena FAQ

Can I grow cannabis at home in Altadena?

Yes β€” up to 6 plants per residence under California Prop 64 and LA County Ordinance 2017-0025, kept in a locked enclosed space not visible to the public.

South San Gabriel FAQ

How many cannabis plants can I grow at home in LA County?

Adults 21+ can grow up to 6 plants per household under Proposition 64. Medical patients with a physician's recommendation may grow more as medically necessary.

Can I grow cannabis outdoors?

Plants must be grown indoors or in a locked, fully enclosed structure not visible from public spaces. Open outdoor growing is not permitted in unincorporated LA County.

Can my landlord ban cannabis growing?

Yes. Landlords may prohibit cannabis cultivation in lease agreements. This applies to both recreational and medical cultivation in rental properties.

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