San Fernando, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-1
Intent and purpose
Operative Text
This chapter protects the public from nonconsensual exposure to secondhand smoke in and around their homes by prohibiting smoking in certain locations of multi-unit housing. Exposure to secondhand smoke has been proven to cause adverse health effects including, but not limited to, cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory infections, asthma, and ear and nasal problems. The intent and purpose of prohibiting smoking at the identified locations is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by reducing the number of locations in the City of San Fernando where exposure to secondhand smoke can occur.
San Fernando Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-1 establishes the foundational intent behind the city's smoking restrictions in multi-unit housing: to shield residents from involuntary exposure to secondhand smoke. The provision recognizes that secondhand smoke is linked to serious health conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory illness. By limiting the locations where smoking can occur within and around multi-unit residential properties, the chapter aims to protect the overall health, safety, and welfare of San Fernando residents.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 24 § 24-1 of the San Fernando Code of Ordinances, the city has made clear that reducing secondhand smoke exposure in multi-unit housing is a matter of public health and safety. Operators of multi-unit properties generally familiarize themselves with the specific smoking-prohibition locations identified elsewhere in Chapter 24 and incorporate those restrictions into their lease agreements and property rules. Maintaining clear, consistent communication with residents about designated smoking policies helps demonstrate alignment with the chapter's stated public-welfare objectives.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
San Fernando Code of Ordinances ch. 24 § 24-1 signals that residents of multi-unit housing have a recognized interest in being free from nonconsensual exposure to secondhand smoke in and around their homes. If smoking is occurring in locations covered by Chapter 24, tenants may have grounds to raise a violation with their landlord, document the issue in writing, or contact the City of San Fernando's code enforcement office to report a potential violation. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what options are generally available under this chapter.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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