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Chapter 158 — CANNABIS

§ 158.022 TEMPORARY CANNABIS EVENTS.

Eureka Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Eureka

  • (A) Where allowed. Temporary cannabis events are allowed:

  • (1) On the premises of a licensed commercial cannabis use;

  • (2) On private property without a licensed commercial cannabis use in any non-residential zoning district; and

  • (3) Within a city facility or other public property in any zoning district.

  • (B) Required approvals.

  • (1) A temporary cannabis event requires city approval of a temporary cannabis event permit.

  • (2) A temporary cannabis event may require state approval of a temporary cannabis event license.

  • (3) Outdoor events on a city street or other public property also require a city-approved special event permit under Municipal Code Chapter 96 (Parades and Assemblies).

  • (4) A temporary cannabis event is not permitted unless the applicant obtains all required city and state approvals prior to the event.

  • (C) Event standards.

  • (1) Compliance with state law. A temporary cannabis event must comply with 16 CCR 5601 (Temporary Cannabis Event License) and other applicable state laws and regulations.

  • (2) Age. A temporary cannabis event is limited to persons 21 years of age and older.

  • (3) Duration. The maximum duration of a temporary cannabis event is four consecutive days.

  • (4) Frequency. No more than six temporary cannabis event permits may be issued for the same location per calendar year.

  • (D) Temporary Cannabis Event Permit.

  • (1) Review authority. The City Manager takes action on all temporary cannabis event permit applications.

  • (2) Application submittal and review.

  • (a) Applications for a temporary cannabis event permit must be made in writing using an official city form and

accompanied by all required fees, information, and materials.

  • (b) Applications must be submitted to the city at least 30 days prior to the proposed event.

  • (c) The city will review applications for completeness and to determine compliance with applicable requirements.

(3) Findings for approval. To approve a temporary cannabis event permit, the City Manager must make all of the following findings:

  • (a) The temporary cannabis event will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare.

(b) The temporary cannabis event will not create substantial adverse impacts on adjoining properties, the surrounding neighborhood, or the community in general.

(c) The size and configuration of the facility/location is adequate and appropriate to accommodate the temporary cannabis event.

(d) Adequate temporary parking to accommodate vehicular traffic generated by the temporary cannabis event will be available, either on-site, or at alternate locations acceptable to the City Manager.

(4) Conditions of approval. The City Manager may attach conditions to a temporary cannabis event permit as needed to mitigate potential impacts and ensure compliance with any applicable requirement or regulation.

(5) Revoked permits. If a temporary cannabis event permit is revoked for any reason, the event applicant or any business owner identified in the temporary cannabis event permit application may not apply for a new temporary cannabis event permit for 24 months.

(Ord. 933-C.S., passed 7-19-22)

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  11. Article XI — MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
  12. Chapter 10 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  13. Chapter 30 — CITY COUNCIL
  14. Chapter 31 — CITY OFFICIALS
  15. Chapter 32 — CITY DEPARTMENTS
  16. Chapter 33 — BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
  17. Chapter 34 — PERSONNEL POLICIES
  18. Chapter 35 — FINANCE, REVENUE AND TAXATION
  19. Chapter 36 — HEALTH FACILITY REVENUE BONDS
  20. Chapter 37 — ELECTIONS
  21. Chapter 38 — CIVIL EMERGENCIES
  22. Chapter 39 — CITY POLICY
  23. Chapter 40 — TRANSFERS OF CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY
  24. Chapter 50 — SEWERS
  25. Chapter 51 — SOLID WASTE
  26. Chapter 52 — UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICTS
  27. Chapter 53 — WATER
  28. Chapter 54 — STORM WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT AND DISCHARGE CONT…
  29. Chapter 55 — ENERGY
  30. Chapter 56 — STREETS
  31. Chapter 70 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  32. Chapter 71 — TRAFFIC RULES
  33. Chapter 72 — STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING
  34. Chapter 73 — BICYCLES
  35. Chapter 75 — MOBILE VENDORS OPERATING UPON A STREET
  36. Chapter 90 — ABANDONED VEHICLES
  37. Chapter 91 — ANIMALS
  38. Chapter 92 — FIRE PREVENTION
  39. Chapter 93 — PARKS AND RECREATION
  40. Chapter 94 — HEALTH AND SANITATION
  41. Chapter 95 — MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
  42. Chapter 96 — PARADES AND ASSEMBLIES
  43. Chapter 97 — SMOKING
  44. Chapter 98 — STREETS AND SIDEWALKS
  45. Chapter 99 — TRAINS AND RAILROADS
  46. Chapter 100 — HARBOR REGULATIONS
  47. Chapter 101 — FILMING
  48. Chapter 102 — BEEKEEPING
  49. Chapter 103 — PRIVATE SECURITY AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
  50. Chapter 104 — MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE
  51. Chapter 110 — BUSINESS LICENSES
  52. Chapter 112 — AMBULANCES
  53. Chapter 113 — AMUSEMENTS
  54. Chapter 114 — CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEMS
  55. Chapter 115 — FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS AND OUTDOOR DINING AREAS
  56. Chapter 117 — MASSAGE PARLORS
  57. Chapter 118 — SOLICITORS, CANVASSERS, AND SIDEWALK VENDORS
  58. Chapter 119 — SECOND-HAND DEALERS
  59. Chapter 120 — TAXICABS AND LIMOUSINES
  60. Chapter 121 — OTHER VEHICLES FOR HIRE
  61. Chapter 122 — FOREIGN-TRADE ZONE
  62. Chapter 130 — OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC PEACE AND SAFETY
  63. Chapter 131 — PROPERTY OFFENSES
  64. Chapter 132 — DRUG OFFENSES
  65. Chapter 133 — WEAPONS OFFENSES
  66. Chapter 134 — ABATEMENT OF CHRONIC NUISANCE PROPERTIES
  67. Chapter 150 — BUILDING REGULATIONS
  68. Chapter 151 — AIRPORT ZONING
  69. Chapter 152 — PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATION
  70. Chapter 153 — FLOOD HAZARD AREA REGULATIONS
  71. Chapter 154 — SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
  72. Chapter 155 — ZONING REGULATIONS
  73. Chapter 155 — ZONING REGULATIONS (old)
  74. Chapter 156 — COASTAL ZONING REGULATIONS
  75. Chapter 157 — HISTORIC PRESERVATION
  76. ▸ Chapter 158 — CANNABIS
    Overview
    1. § 158.001 CHAPTER PURPOSE.
    2. § 158.002 APPLICABILITY.
    3. § 158.003 RELATIONSHIP TO STATE AND FEDERAL LAW.
    4. § 158.004 SEVERABILITY.
    5. § 158.005 DEFINITIONS.
    6. § 158.010 SUBCHAPTER PURPOSE.
    7. § 158.011 PERSONAL USE CANNABIS CULTIVATION.
    8. § 158.020 SUBCHAPTER PURPOSE.
    9. § 158.021 STANDARDS FOR ALL DISTRICTS.
    10. § 158.022 TEMPORARY CANNABIS EVENTS.
    11. § 158.030 SUBCHAPTER PURPOSE.
    12. § 158.031 COMMERCIAL CANNABIS LICENSES.
    13. § 158.032 ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES.
  77. Chapter 159 — WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES

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