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Food Truck Permits: San Ramon vs Walnut Creek

How do food truck permits rules compare between San Ramon, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?

San Ramon and Walnut Creek have similar restriction levels.

San Ramon, CA

Contra Costa County

Some Restrictions

Food trucks operating in San Ramon must hold a Contra Costa County Environmental Health mobile food facility permit, a California seller's permit, a City of San Ramon business license, and comply with SB 972 sidewalk vending provisions where applicable. Health inspections, commissary requirements, and vehicle compliance with California Retail Food Code (CalCode) are required. Special event vendors at City-sponsored events require additional event permits coordinated through San Ramon's Parks and Community Services.

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Walnut Creek, CA

Contra Costa County

Some Restrictions

Food trucks operating in Walnut Creek require a City business license, a Contra Costa County Environmental Health mobile food facility permit, and compliance with the California Retail Food Code. SB 972 (2022) expanded permitting access for sidewalk vendors statewide.

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