420 Weekend surfaces a question every SoCal host eventually has to answer in writing: is cannabis use allowed on the property? Silence reads as "yes" to some guests, "no" to others. Both interpretations create risk.
What to write in your house rules
- If you don't allow indoor smoking of anything — say so explicitly. "No indoor smoking (including cannabis)." Clear, enforceable, fair.
- If outdoor use is OK — say so with bounds. "Cannabis use permitted only on the back patio; please use the provided ashtray."
- If you ban entirely — say so and link to local legal context. Some owners do, and it's a legitimate choice.
The review risk either way
Unclear rules produce mismatched expectations. Guests leave reviews. Reviews affect ranking. The five minutes it takes to write the rule pays back for months.
