North County City OKs Ban on Smoking in Condos, Apartments

The City of Carlsbad has passed a new law that bans smoking inside and outside multi-housing units, including condos and apartments.

The new law will go into effect in 2025, and Carlsbad is the first city within San Diego County to regulate smoking in residences. However, 84 cities across California have already enacted similar bans.

While the Carlsbad council members say it is in the public's best interest to prevent secondhand smoke exposure, the residents say it is an infringement of their privacy.

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