Home Cultivation: Cambridge vs Waltham
How do home cultivation rules compare between Cambridge, MA and Waltham, MA?
Cambridge has fewer restrictions than Waltham.
Cambridge, MA
Middlesex County
Under MGL c.94G (the Cannabis Control Act), Massachusetts adults 21 and older may grow up to 6 cannabis plants per person or 12 per household indoors out of public view. Cambridge follows state law.
View full Cambridge 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 | Cambridge | Waltham |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 21 and older | - |
| Plant limit | 6 per adult, 12 per household | - |
| Enclosure | Locked and out of public view | - |
| State law | MGL c.94G | - |
| Lease rules | Landlord may prohibit | - |
| 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.
Cambridge FAQ
Can I grow cannabis at home in Cambridge?
Yes, adults 21-plus can grow up to 6 plants per person or 12 per household under state law, in a secure indoor area.
Does Cambridge add any city rules?
No additional local prohibition, but odor and nuisance rules apply and landlords may prohibit cultivation in leases.
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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