Because the negative health effects of secondhand smoke exposure are well documented, one of the most important steps a community can take to improve the health of its residents is to create more smokefree spaces—especially where people live.

TALC has developed a model ordinance to help California cities and counties limit exposure to secondhand smoke in multi-unit residences such as apartment buildings, condominium complexes, senior housing, and single resident occupancy hotels.
 
A summary of the ordinance walks users through the document section by section, giving an overview of the provisions and explaining the objective of each section.
 
A checklist highlights key policy options available in the ordinance and outlines the steps involved in getting a local ordinance adopted.