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Stay compliant by keeping track of these important deadlines for your commercial cannabis activities. These deadlines are based on the Los Angeles Municipal Code and the Rules and Regulations for Cannabis Procedures.
Upcoming Deadlines:
- Public Health Permit Deadline (January 1, 2025): All Licensees engaged in storefront retail or microbusiness activities with on-site sales must obtain a Public Health Permit, which includes an Emblem Placard.
- Reference: DCR Rules & Regulations, Regulation No. 5, Section A(8)(ii); LAMC Section 104.23
- Plan Check Submission (February 28, 2025): All Licensees engaged in non-storefront retail or microbusiness activities with no on-site sales must submit plans for review with the Department of Building and Safety (DBS) for their cannabis activities.
- Reference: DCR Rules & Regulations, Regulation No. 5, Section A(8)(iii)(a)
- Fire Department Clearance (February 28, 2026): All Licensees engaged in non-storefront retail or microbusiness activities with no on-site sales are required to obtain a clearance or permit from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) by this date.
- Reference: DCR Rules & Regulations, Regulation No. 5, Section A(8)(iii)(b)
- Certificate of Occupancy (February 28, 2027): All Licensees engaged in non-storefront retail or microbusiness activities with no on-site sales must have a valid Certificate of Occupancy issued by the Department of Building and Safety (DBS).
- Reference: DCR Rules & Regulations, Regulation No. 5, Section A(8)(iii)(c)
- Final Public Health Permit Deadline (June 30, 2027): All Licensees engaged in non-storefront retail or microbusiness activities with no on-site sales must possess a Public Health Permit.
- Reference: DCR Rules & Regulations, Regulation No. 5, Section A(8)(iii)(d)
- Operating Permit Requirement (January 1, 2028): All Licensees must obtain an Operating Permit from the Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) after completing a final inspection and submitting required documents.
- Reference: DCR Rules & Regulations, Regulation No. 5, Section A(9)
Stay informed about upcoming events related to compliance and enforcement for commercial cannabis licensees. These events include educational sessions, webinars, trainings, community outreach, and more. Below you will find important details for upcoming events, including how to RSVP, join virtually, or attend in person.
Missed an event? Browse our archive of past events, including video recordings, presentation slides, and materials.
Event Title: Delivery Inspection Webinar
Date: October 23, 2024
Watch Recording: Archived Video Presentation
Presentation Slides: Delivery Inspection Webinar Slides
Materials: Self-Assessment Checklist
Event Title: Compliance Inspection 101 Webinar
Date: August 7, 2024
Watch Recording: Archived Video Presentation
Presentation Slides: Compliance Inspection 101 Webinar Slides
Materials: Self-Assessment Checklist