Minnesota became the 23rd state to legalize recreational cannabis this year. The new law allows people to grow up to eight cannabis plants at home, with no more than four being mature at a time. If you plan to home grow, make sure you know the safety risks and City electrical code before getting started.
What’s allowed if a person wants to grow cannabis at home?
- Flowering plants may be grown at a single residence if it is at the primary residence of someone 21 or older.
- Plants must be in an enclosed, locked space not open for public view, whether plants are grown indoors or outdoors.
- Read more about the new cannabis law on the State of Minnesota’s website at cannabis.mn.gov.
Make sure your setup follows City Code
- Electrical permits are required for any installation, addition, extension, alteration, demolition or replacement of an electrical system or electrical system element, according to National Electrical Code and Minnesota State building code.
- To apply for an electrical permit in the Bloomington, visit the City’s online permit portal at blm.mn/portal.
Keep yourself safe
- Ensure the area you are using to grow has good ventilation. If it doesn’t, mold could grow and affect air quality.
- Ensure electrical cords are in good condition, not broken or cut. If they are compromised, electrical cords can start a fire.
- Have a fire escape plan.
- Do not use flexible extension cords or cables as fixed wiring.
- Do not run extension cords through holes in walls, ceilings or floors.
- Do not run flexible extension cords through doorways or windows or under carpets, or attach them to building surfaces.
