Rules and Regulations for Cannabis Procedures

DCR is responsible for administering the Rules and Regulations for Cannabis Procedures that provide a framework for lawfully participating in Commercial Cannabis activity in the City of Los Angeles. There you can learn about the regulations pertaining to the business license application process, inspections, operational requirements, license renewals, administrative violations, social equity, fee deferrals and waivers, and DCR’s SEED Grant Programs.

DCR also provides an Annual Licensing Process Pocket Guide that explains the Annual Licensing application and notice procedures. This document contains contact information for all relevant parties and a simplified, step-by-step guide for obtaining a cannabis business license in the City of Los Angeles.

Administrative Hearing Procedures

Applicants and Licensees may request an administrative hearing before a hearing officer if DCR denies the renewal of a license or application, or issues an administrative hold, Notice of Violation, Notice of Suspension, or Notice of Revocation. An administrative hearing can be requested by submitting a LIC-4014-FORM and paying the associated fee. The hearing will be conducted in accordance with DCR's Administrative Hearing Procedures.