General Information
Please note: Cannabis laws and policies are continuously evolving -- DCR encourages members of the public to stay engaged and informed about cannabis law and policy within the City of Los Angeles by reviewing information and resources available online and signing up for informational emails from the Department of Cannabis, and notices regarding the Cannabis Regulation Commission.
Department and Commission Authority
Department of Cannabis Regulation and Cannabis Regulation Commission
Cannabis Procedures
Cannabis Procedures - Article 4, Chapter X of the Los Angeles Municipal Code
Ordinance 186919 - On February 10, 2021, the Los Angeles City Council approved Ordinance 186919 (the “Ordinance”) that (1) allows for a one-time late submission of 2020 and/or 2021 renewal applications and related fees, (2) establishes a process for future late renewal payments, (3) extends ten-day payment deadlines to thirty days, and (4) allows for mailed payments, among other items. The Ordinance became effective on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. (the “Ordinance”) that (1) allows for a one-time late submission of 2020 and/or 2021 renewal applications and related fees, (2) establishes a process for future late renewal payments, (3) extends ten-day payment deadlines to thirty days, and (4) allows for mailed payments, among other items. The Ordinance became effective on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.
Cannabis Location Restrictions
Cannabis Location Restrictions - Article 5, Chapter X of the Los Angeles Municipal Code
Cannabis Advertising
Advertising of Cannabis, Cannabis Products, and Cannabis Activity