§ 8173 Governor’S Mansion Alternative Uses

Government Code·California

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•If the Governor doesn't live in the Governor’s Mansion, the state can use it for work stuff like meetings or training.
•The Director of General Services can make rules and charge fees to keep the mansion nice.
•Whatever they do with the mansion has to follow local zoning laws.

Example

The Governor decides to live in their own house instead of the Governor’s Mansion.

The state can then use the mansion for things like training sessions for government workers, but they have to follow local rules and can charge fees to keep the place in good shape.

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§ 8173 Governor’S Mansion Alternative Uses

Should any Governor choose not to reside in the Governor’s Mansion, the Director of General Services may permit the property to be used by government employees for training sessions, seminars, conferences, or other state-related activities, provided such use is consistent with local zoning ordinances. The Director of General Services may establish fees and such regulations as are necessary to maintain the integrity of the mansion. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1025.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 8173.

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