Cottage Food Operations: Camarillo vs Fillmore

Can I sell baked goods from my home in Camarillo?

Yes, under California's Cottage Food Operations law. Register as a Class A operator with Ventura County Environmental Health for direct sales, or obtain a Class B permit for indirect sales through retailers. You also need a Camarillo business license under CMC Title 5.

What foods can I sell as a cottage food operation?

Approved items include baked goods (cookies, cakes, bread), candies, jams, granola, dried pasta, roasted nuts, honey, dried herbs, and other shelf-stable, non-potentially hazardous foods. Perishable items requiring refrigeration are not allowed.

Can my HOA prohibit my cottage food business?

HOA CC&Rs may restrict commercial food activities. However, California AB 626 strengthened cottage food rights. If your operation complies with all city and county requirements and does not create visible evidence of commercial activity, your HOA may have limited grounds for prohibition. Consult your CC&Rs.

Can I sell homemade food from my home in Fillmore?

Yes. California's Cottage Food Law allows you to sell approved non-perishable foods from your home. Class A lets you sell directly to consumers up to $75,000/year. Class B adds indirect sales up to $150,000/year.

What foods can I sell as a cottage food operation?

Approved items include baked goods, jams, candies, dried fruits, nuts, granola, popcorn, and other non-perishable products. Foods requiring refrigeration like dairy and meat are not allowed.

Do I need a business license to sell cottage food in Fillmore?

Yes. You need both a Ventura County Environmental Health registration and a Fillmore business license. Class B operations require additional county registration for indirect sales.