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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 24Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 1§ 33002 Local Government Definition

§ 33002 Local Government Definition

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§ 33002 Local Government Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •A 'community' can be a city, county, or even a group like an Indian tribe.
  • •The community must have some kind of local government powers.
  • •It doesn’t have to be a big city—small groups with their own rules count too.

Example

A small town has its own rules about where you can park your car.

That town is a 'community' because it makes and enforces its own local rules.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 33002 Local Government Definition

“Community” means a city, county, city and county, or Indian tribe, band, or group which is incorporated or which otherwise exercises some local governmental powers. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1757.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 33007 Local Legislative Body Definition
  • § 33011 Housing Department Definition
  • § 33011.2 Housing Director Definition
  • § 34206 City Mayor Definition
  • § 1596.79 Definition Of Person

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 33002.
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