Your request can be submitted at our front counter, mailed to the Maricopa Municipal Court, 39600 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138 or emailed. The form must be filled out completely otherwise it will not be processed. Your request must specify your name/agency and information requested.
Three of the most important permits that let you sell food to your community include the food handlers license, food facility health permit, and seller's permit.
Licenses and Permits Required to Open a Food Truck in Arizona Business License. Mobile Food Facility Permit. Public Health Permit. Food Seller's Permit. Liquor License. Employee Health Permit.
The Arizona Cottage Food Law allows a vast range of foods, including: Baked Goods: Cakes, cookies, muffins, pastries, bread, and more. Candy: Fudge, truffles, chocolate, cotton candy. Condiments: Nut butters, salsas, syrups, sauces, vinegars. Dry Goods: Coffee beans, dried fruits and veggies, pasta, spices, and tea.
Maricopa County does not issue or require a General Business license for unincorporated areas of the County. If you are located in an incorporated city or town, check with your municipality. For more information, the Arizona Department of Revenue provides a Licensing Guide for obtaining business licenses in Arizona.
Is a Food Handlers Card required in Arizona? Yes. A Food handler card is required for food workers in Coconino, Gila, Pinal, Yavapai, La Paz, Greenlee, Mohave, Yuma, and Maricopa county.
Licenses and Permits Required to Open a Food Truck in Arizona Business License. Mobile Food Facility Permit. Public Health Permit. Food Seller's Permit. Liquor License. Employee Health Permit.
Getting started in Arizona Arizona residents must register for the Arizona Cottage Food Program before selling homemade food. Prior to registration, participants must complete a food handler training course. Some counties issue county-specific food handler cards. Other counties offer online training.
Will I need to have a commissary? Yes, except for ice cream trucks serving pre-packaged frozen treats, state law now requires that all mobiles have a commissary. They must check in at least every 96 hours (depending on needs) and keep a log documenting their visits to show to inspectors.
Vehicle Licenses for Food Trucks It's also possible that your truck will need commercial plates. Check with your local DMV to confirm what's required to comply.