Street Vending in Los Angeles, CA (2026)
3 verified street vending rules for Los Angeles, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Vendor Permits
Under LAMC §42.13 and California SB 946 (Safe Sidewalk Vending Act), anyone selling food or merchandise on LA sidewalks or in city parks must obtain a Sidewalk & Park Vending Permit from the Bureau of Street Services (StreetsLA). SB 946 decriminalized street vending statewide in 2018, limiting cities to health-safety-welfare regulations only. Permits are non-transferable and must be displayed while vending.
Los Angeles Sidewalk & Park Vending Permits (LAMC §42.13)
Some RestrictionsSB 946 (2018) — Safe Sidewalk Vending Act (adding Govt Code Sec. 51036 et seq.)
SB 946, Lara. Sidewalk vendors. Existing law authorizes a local authority, by ordinance or resolution, to adopt requirements for the public safety regulating any type of vending and the time, place, and manner of vending from a vehicle upon a street. This bill would prohibit a local authority, as defined, from regulating sidewalk vendors, except in accordance with the provisions of the bill. ...
Vending Zones
LA previously designated no-vending zones near venues like Dodger Stadium, Crypto.com Arena, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but the City Council voted unanimously 15-0 to eliminate most no-vending zones. Vendors must maintain a 3-foot clear sidewalk path, position 5 feet from fire hydrants and building entrances, and keep 10 feet from other vendors. Vending near certified farmers' markets during operating hours remains restricted.
Los Angeles Vending Zones & Restricted Areas
Some RestrictionsCart & Stand Rules
LA sidewalk vending carts must be non-motorized conveyances (pushcarts, pedal-driven carts, wagons, stands) under LAMC §42.13. Food carts must comply with LA County Department of Public Health requirements including approved food handling surfaces, handwashing stations, and waste receptacles. Carts may not be left unattended on public sidewalks overnight.
Los Angeles Vending Cart & Equipment Regulations
Some RestrictionsLooking for Los Angeles County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Los Angeles city rules.
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