Mendocino County, CA
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In May 2017, the County of Mendocino launched the Cannabis Cultivation Program. This page will provide you with the latest information and updates on the cannabis cultivation program and cannabis code enforcement program.
Cannabis Questions
Have a question about the County’s cannabis program? Call the Cannabis Information Hotline at 1-844-421-WEED(9333).
If you would like to receive updates on the cannabis program, please sign up for Canna Notes e Notifications.
Check out the Cannabis Cultivation Program FAQs.
Cannabis Complaints
Need to file a complaint regarding a potential cannabis related issue? Call 1-844-421-WEED(9333) or complete a complaint form.
Permits and Licenses
Need to apply for a cannabis related permit or license? The table below identifies where to go for various types of permits, licenses and information.
Cannabis Facilities Business License
To apply for a cannabis processing, manufacturing, testing laboratory, retailer, distribution or microbusiness business license complete the Cannabis Facilities Business License application packet and submit it to the Tax Collector along with the applicable fee.
Cannabis Cultivation Permit
Cannabis Cultivation Application Steps
1. Make an appointment with Planning and Building Services to review the application site plan and generate a zoning clearance. Planning and Building Services will provide the applicant with a Initial Cannabis Cultivation Checklist and Zoning Clearance to take to the Department of Agriculture.
2.Make an appointment with the Department of Agriculture to submit a cannabis application, including proof of prior cultivation.
3. Once the Department of Agriculture staff have reviewed the Initial Cannabis Cultivation Application and zoning clearance, you will then take the signed Initial Application Review Checklist to the Treasurer/Tax Collectors Office to make a payment of a non-refundable application fee.
4. Upon payment, proof of payment for the processing of your application must be delivered to the Department of Agriculture. Once your proof of payment has been verified by the Department of Agriculture, your application will be processed
Department |
Contact Information |
Agriculture |
890 North Bush St. |
Treasurer Tax - Collector |
501 Low Gap Rd, Room 1060 Ukiah, CA 95482 Phone: (707) 234-6875 |
Planning and Building Services |
Ukiah Office: |
Environmental Health |
Ukiah Office: |
Code Enforcement |
860 North Bush Street |
Executive Office |
501 Low Gap Road, Room 1010 |
Cannabis Cultivation Regulations
Ordinance Adopting Chapter 10A.17 - Medical Cannabis Cultivation Ordinance and Chapter 20.242 - Medical Cannabis Cultivation Site, Adopted April 4, 2017.
Cannabis Business Tax – Ordinance No. 4361
Medical Cannabis Cultivation Amendment - Ordinance No. 4392, Adopted August 29, 2017
Please Note as of January 1, 2018, the Agricultural Exempt Building Application has been update to address hoop houses and storage buildings for cannabis cultivation. Please contact Planning and Building for more information.
Resolution No. 17-042 - adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Medical Cannabis Cultivation Regulation. For the full report please see the agenda item.
The CEQA addendum for adult use can is also available online.
Cannabis Facilities Regulations
On October 17, 2017, Mendocino County adopted Chapter 20.243 - Cannabis Facilities and Chapter 6.36 Cannabis Facilities Businesses (Ordinance No. 4394) to permit the other aspects of the cannabis industry (dispensing/retail, distribution, processing, testing and manufacturing). The ordinance will take effect on November 16, 2017. For more information on how to apply for a Cannabis Facilities Business License, please contact the Treasurer Tax Collector's Office. For more information on zoning or building requirements, please contact the Planning and Building Services Department.
Contact information for State Agencies
State Water Board - Cannabis Cultivation Water Rights
Cannabis Questions? Call 1-844-421-WEED(9333)