cannabis Related Uses

Establishment of Regulations for Cannabis Operations Consistent with MUACRSA

The City of La Habra has established standards for the operation of cannabis distribution and testing laboratory facilities within M-1, M-1 (PUD) and PC-I zones (Light Industrial and Planned Commercial Industrial zones) via Ordinance No. 1794 approved by the City Council on October 1, 2018.

With the adoption of Ordinance No. 1794 all distribution and testing laboratory facilities will be subject to a Conditional Use Permit, Development Agreement, City Business License and State License (A-License or M-License or both) and other requirements identified in Ordinance Number 1794.

All other Marijuana related use and activities not identified in Ordinance Number 1794 are prohibited.

Cannabis Distribution or Testing Laboratory Facility Applications

The City Council has authorized up to four cannabis distribution facility permits and four cannabis testing laboratory facility permits subject to the requirements of Chapter 18.22 of the La Habra Municipal Code. Directly below are links to:

Cannabis Business Application Submittal Guide (PDF)

Cannabis Business Permit Application Checklist (PDF)

Cannabis Business Permit Application (PDF)

Applications will be processed on a first come basis. Should you have any questions regarding Cannabis uses, please contact Chris Schaefer at (562) 383-4100.