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Inglewood vs Long Beach

How do food truck permits rules compare between Inglewood, CA and Long Beach, CA?

Inglewood and Long Beach have similar restriction levels.

Inglewood, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Food trucks require a CA mobile food facility permit from the LA County Department of Public Health, a CA seller's permit, and an Inglewood Business Tax Certificate. Health inspections and commissary agreements required per CalCode.

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Long Beach, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Food trucks in Long Beach need a city business license and LA County Health Permit per LBMC Ch. 5.37. The city's sidewalk vending ordinance (LBMC Ch. 5.73, effective Feb 2024) regulates roaming vendors in residential areas from 8 AM to 8 PM or sunset.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactInglewoodLong Beach
Health PermitLA County Dept of Public HealthLA County required
Business TaxInglewood Business Tax Certificate-
Seller's PermitCA Board of Equalization-
CommissaryAgreement required per CalCode-
Business License-Required
Code-LBMC Ch. 5.37, Ch. 5.73
Residential Hours-8 AM - 8 PM or sunset

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Inglewood FAQ

How do I get a food truck permit?

Apply through Inglewood business licensing and the county health department. Expect vehicle inspection and commissary agreement.

Do I need a commissary?

Yes. Most jurisdictions require a licensed commissary for food prep, storage, and wastewater disposal.

Long Beach FAQ

How do I get a food truck permit?

Apply through Long Beach business licensing and the county health department. Expect vehicle inspection and commissary agreement.

Do I need a commissary?

Yes. Most jurisdictions require a licensed commissary for food prep, storage, and wastewater disposal.

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