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Personal Cultivation Limits: Castro Valley vs Oakland

How do personal cultivation limits rules compare between Castro Valley, CA and Oakland, CA?

Castro Valley, CA

Alameda County

No data available yet for Castro Valley.

Oakland, CA

Alameda County

Few Restrictions

California Health and Safety Code 11362.2 lets adults 21 and older grow up to six cannabis plants per residence; Oakland adds reasonable indoor and security standards.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactCastro ValleyOakland
Statute-H&S Code 11362.2
Plant cap-Six per residence
Age-21 and older
Local rule-Locked, secure, not visible

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Castro Valley FAQ

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Oakland FAQ

Can two roommates grow six plants each?

No. The six-plant cap is per residence, not per adult, regardless of how many adults live in the home.

Can I grow outside in my backyard?

California allows it but cities can fully ban outdoor personal cultivation. Indoor cultivation inside a private residence is protected statewide.

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