Earlier editions: 2026-07
Title 11 — Public Peace and Welfare
Santa Clarita Municipal Code Ch. 11.41 Charging Admission to Parties
Santa Clarita Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Santa Clarita
Cite as: Santa Clarita Municipal Code Chapter 11.41 · Text as of 2026-10-04
§ 11.41.010. Definitions.¶
As used in this chapter:
A.
"Charge admission"
means the demand and receipt of a tangible benefit, monetary or otherwise, which is a motivating influence for admission to the party. The customary courtesies and clearly noncommercial activity such as gifts by guests, sharing of expenses for dinner and beverages, or reciprocal hospitality, shall not be considered to be charge for admission. "Charge admission" does not include a donation for a political, charitable or religious purpose.
B.
"Party"
means a group of persons meeting together for social, recreational or amusement purposes.
C.
"Residential zone"
means residential zones as defined in the Zoning Ordinance for the City.
(Ord. 89-29, 1/23/1990)
§ 11.41.020. Charging Admission to Parties in Residential Zones Prohibited.¶
It is unlawful to charge admission to any party conducted in a residential zone.
(Ord. 89-29, 1/23/1990)
§ 11.41.030. Violation—Penalty.¶
Violation of this chapter is a misdemeanor.
(Ord. 89-29, 1/23/1990)
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