Lancaster vs Santa Monica
How do cottage food operations rules compare between Lancaster, CA and Santa Monica, CA?
Lancaster has fewer restrictions than Santa Monica.
Lancaster, CA
Los Angeles County
Lancaster permits certain homemade food products to be sold directly to consumers under cottage food laws. Products must be non-potentially hazardous and properly labeled.
View full Lancaster rules →Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles County
Cottage food operations are permitted in Santa Monica under CA HSC §113758 as an exception to home occupation rules. CFOs may have non-resident employees for cottage food per SMMC §9.31.160. State registration or permit required.
View full Santa Monica rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Lancaster | Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Allowed | Baked goods, jams, candy | Exception to home occupation rules |
| Revenue Cap | Varies by state | - |
| Labeling | Required with allergens | - |
| Inspection | Generally not required | - |
| Employees | - | CFO exception applies |
| State Law | - | CA HSC §113758 |
| Code | - | SMMC §9.31.160 |
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Lancaster FAQ
Can I sell homemade baked goods from my home?
Yes, under cottage food laws in most areas. Lancaster allows certain shelf-stable foods sold directly to consumers with proper labeling.
Do I need a commercial kitchen?
No, cottage food laws allow production in your home kitchen without commercial inspection, within revenue limits.
Santa Monica FAQ
Can I sell homemade baked goods from my home?
Yes, under cottage food laws in most areas. Santa Monica allows certain shelf-stable foods sold directly to consumers with proper labeling.
Do I need a commercial kitchen?
No, cottage food laws allow production in your home kitchen without commercial inspection, within revenue limits.
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