Cities and counties must allow pop-up shops for up to 120 days in commercial spaces
Cities and counties must let small pop-up businesses operate for up to 120 days in eligible commercial buildings without meeting every permanent occupancy standard, as long as they follow temporary-use safety rules. Pop-ups approved for limited food preparation count as food facilities.
Who it affects
Small businesses, commercial property owners, cities and counties
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 1679: Local pop-up small business program.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.