Section 12.03.300 - Cannabis Cultivation

constructed of solid materials that cannot easily be broken through, such as two (2") inches by four (4") inches or thicker studs overlain with three-eighths (⅜")-inch or thicker plywood, polycarbonate panels, or equivalent materials.

constructed of solid materials that cannot easily be broken through, such as two (2") inches by four (4") inches or thicker studs overlain with three-eighths (⅜")-inch or thicker plywood, polycarbonate panels, or equivalent materials.

constructed of solid materials that cannot easily be broken through, such as two (2") inches by four (4") inches or thicker studs overlain with three-eighths (⅜")-inch or thicker plywood, polycarbonate panels, or equivalent materials.

if subsurface archeological and/or paleontological features or unique geologic features are discovered during construction or ground disturbance, all activities within fifty (50') feet of the find shall cease and the County shall be notified immediately.

Provide proof of purchase of a Certificate of Deposit or Bond from a commercial banking institution approved by the enforcing officer in the amount of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) which may be accessed by County of Nevada.

all construction equipment (seventy-five (75) horsepower and greater) shall not be less than Tier 3, less than Tier 4 Interim if construction starts after 2025, and Tier 4 Final if construction starts after 2030.

The area dedicated to distribution shall be a maximum of one thousand (1,000) square feet and shall be included in the total allowed support area square footage for the operation.

All activities associated with distribution shall be limited to a maximum of six (6) vehicle trips per day.

all generators shall be located in containment sheds while in use to reduce generator noise to no greater than fifty (50) dB as measured at one hundred (100') feet from any sensitive habitat or known sensitive species.

all generators shall be located in containment sheds while in use to reduce generator noise to no greater than fifty (50) dB as measured at one hundred (100') feet from any sensitive habitat or known sensitive species.

The use of hazardous materials shall be prohibited in cannabis cultivation except for limited quantities of hazardous materials that are below State of California threshold levels of fifty-five (55) gallons of liquid, five hundred (500) pounds of solid, or two hundred (200) cubic feet of compressed gas.

The use of hazardous materials shall be prohibited in cannabis cultivation except for limited quantities of hazardous materials that are below State of California threshold levels of fifty-five (55) gallons of liquid, five hundred (500) pounds of solid, or two hundred (200) cubic feet of compressed gas.

The use of hazardous materials shall be prohibited in cannabis cultivation except for limited quantities of hazardous materials that are below State of California threshold levels of fifty-five (55) gallons of liquid, five hundred (500) pounds of solid, or two hundred (200) cubic feet of compressed gas.

Indoor or Indoors means cultivation using exclusively artificial light or mixed light within a detached fully enclosed and secure accessory structure using artificial light at a rate above twenty-five (25) watts per square foot

All lights used for cannabis cultivation shall be shielded and downcast or otherwise positioned in a manner that will not shine light or allow light glare to exceed the boundaries of the premises and shall comply with the requirements of Section 12.04.170.8.D, Lighting in Community Design Standards of this Code. Lights are not permitted to be detectable during the nighttime hours.

The area dedicated to non-volatile manufacturing shall be a maximum of one thousand (1,000) square feet and shall be included in the total allowed support area square footage for the operation.

Canopy sizes of a combined total of up to forty thousand (40,000) square feet (indoors, mixed light or outdoors) on the premises depending on parcel(s) size as described in Subsection F.1 above.

No person or entity may have any financial interest in more than eight (8) Commercial Cannabis businesses and/or enterprises in Nevada County.

A maximum of three (3) cultivation permits will be issued per person or entity for purpose of engaging in Commercial Cannabis Activities.

all parcels must be a minimum of five (5.00) acres in size to qualify for aggregate parcel size totals.

Mixed Light Tier 1 means the use of artificial light at a rate of six (6) watts per square foot or less.

Mixed Light Tier 2 means the use of artificial light at a rate above six (6) watts and below or equal to twenty-five (25) watts per square foot.

In a mobile home park as defined in Cal. Health & Safety Code § 18214.1, one hundred (100') feet from mobile home that is under separate ownership.

Cultivation of cannabis indoors shall contain effective ventilation, air filtration and odor-reducing or odor-eliminating filters to prevent odor, mold and mildew in any area used for cultivation or which is used as, designed or intended for human occupancy, or on adjacent premises.

Traffic associated with offsite processing activities shall be limited to 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

No more than six (6) vehicle trips (round trips) shall be allowed for offsite processing activities per day.

cannabis cultivation of up to six (6) immature or mature plants for personal use may be cultivated inside a private residence or attached garage except that it may not be cultivated in any space inhabited by humans, including, but not limited to, bedrooms and kitchens.

A primary caregiver may cultivate no more than five hundred (500) square feet of canopy per qualified patient for up to five (5) specified qualified patients for whom they is the primary caregiver

A primary caregiver may cultivate no more than five hundred (500) square feet of canopy per qualified patient for up to five (5) specified qualified patients for whom they is the primary caregiver

Exception: Liquified propane tanks up to one thousand (1,000) gallons installed in accordance with the California Fire Code and California Health and Safety Code and approved by the Fire Authority, Nevada County Building Department and Nevada County Environmental Health Department.

All cannabis cultivation premises shall be adequately secure to prevent unauthorized entry, including a secure locking mechanism that shall remain locked at all times when the cultivator is not present within the cultivation area.

Upon any Premises located within six hundred (600') feet of any sensitive site. This setback is measured from the edges of the designated canopy area and from any support area to the property line of the sensitive site.

All Premises used for cannabis cultivation shall have a legal and permitted sewage disposal system and shall not engage in unlawful or unpermitted drawing of surface water or permit illegal discharges of water.

Operating days and hours for all storefront retail sales activities shall be limited to Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including deliveries, or as otherwise allowed by the Use Permit.

Cannabis support areas are limited to a maximum area equal to ninety percent (90%) of the allowed canopy area.

For parcels 5 acres up to 39.99 acres, up to fifty-five percent (55%) of the allowed support area square footage may be transferred to and used as additional canopy square footage.

All Premises used for cannabis cultivation shall have a legal and permitted water source and shall not engage in unlawful or unpermitted drawing of surface or piped water or permit illegal discharges of water. For purposes of engaging in cannabis cultivation pursuant to this Section, water delivery is prohibited.