Opening a food truck in Utah requires several licenses and permits, including a plan review application, Food Safety Manager Certification, food handler permits, a commercial business license, a Traffic Control Permit, a Parking Permit, and a Food Truck Permit. These licenses and permits ensure that your food truck meets health, safety, and business regulations.
1. Plan Review Application
- Purpose: This application is required to review the construction plans of the truck/trailer, equipment placement, equipment schedule, complete menu list, license plate picture, signed commissary kitchen agreement, and vending location and hours.
- How to Register: Submit the application to the Bear River Health Department.
2. Food Safety Manager Certification
- Purpose: This certification is required for Tier 2 food trucks/trailers to ensure food safety.
- How to Register: You can apply online at the Utah Department of Health and Human Services website.
3. Food Handler Permit
- Purpose: All employees must have this permit to ensure they are trained in safe food handling practices.
- How to Register: You can apply online at the Utah Department of Health and Human Services website.
4. Commercial Business License
- Purpose: This license is required to operate a food truck in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- How to Register: Apply through the Salt Lake City government website.
5. Traffic Control Permit
- Purpose: This permit is required if you plan to place your food truck on the shoulder of the road.
- Estimated Cost: Fees are charged based on the length of the permit.
- How to Register: Apply through the Salt Lake City government website.
6. Parking Permit
- Purpose: This permit is required if your food truck will be located in an area with restricted parking.
- Estimated Cost: Additional fees may apply.
- How to Register: Apply through the Salt Lake City government website.
7. Food Truck Permit
- Purpose: This permit is required to operate a food truck in Davis County, Utah.
- Estimated Cost: $200.00 for Tier 1 and $350.00 for Tier 2 food trucks, with a plan review fee of $350.00 for both tiers.
- How to Register: Apply through the Davis County Health Department website.
For more detailed information, refer to the following sources:
- Bear River Health Department
- S.B. 250
- Salt Lake City Ordinances
- Salt Lake City Transportation Division
- Davis County Health Department
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