Home Cultivation: Arlington vs Waltham
How do home cultivation rules compare between Arlington, MA and Waltham, MA?
Arlington has fewer restrictions than Waltham.
Arlington, MA
Middlesex County
Massachusetts preempts local bans on personal cannabis cultivation under MGL c.94G §7, allowing adults 21+ to grow up to six plants per person and twelve per household statewide.
View full Arlington rules →Waltham, MA
Middlesex County
Waltham follows Massachusetts state law allowing adults 21+ to grow up to 6 cannabis plants per person, with a maximum of 12 plants per household, in a secure area out of public view.
View full Waltham rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Arlington | Waltham |
|---|---|---|
| Statute | MGL c.94G §7 | - |
| Per Adult | Up to 6 plants | - |
| Per Household | Maximum 12 plants | - |
| Local Bans | Preempted | - |
| Legal Age | - | 21+ |
| Per Person | - | 6 mature plants |
| Household Max | - | 12 plants |
| Visibility | - | Not visible from public place |
| Security | - | Locked area required |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Arlington FAQ
Can my Massachusetts town ban home cannabis cultivation?
No. MGL c.94G §7 establishes a statewide right to home cultivation that municipalities cannot prohibit. They may not zone personal grows out of residential districts.
Can my landlord prohibit growing cannabis?
Yes. While the state cannot ban it, private landlords and condominium associations may include lease or bylaw provisions restricting cultivation, smoking, or possession on their property.
Waltham FAQ
How many cannabis plants can I grow in Waltham?
Adults 21+ may grow up to 6 plants each, capped at 12 plants per household under MGL c.94G.
Can I grow outdoors?
Yes, but plants must be in a locked, screened area not visible from public property or the street.
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