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Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors in Matthews, NC (2026)

2 verified food trucks & mobile vendors rules for Matthews, North Carolina, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Food Truck Permits

Matthews permits mobile food vendors under UDO Section 5.3 with zoning permits, Mecklenburg County Health Department permits, and NC privilege license. Operations restricted to commercial and industrial zones; no overnight parking.

Food Trucks: Food Truck Permits

Some Restrictions

Vending Zones

Matthews allows food truck operations in B-1, B-2, and I-1 commercial/industrial zones with property owner written consent. Downtown special events organized by Matthews Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources permit temporary vending under event permits.

Food Trucks: Vending Zones

Some Restrictions

Looking for Mecklenburg County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Matthews city rules.

Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors in Mecklenburg County