Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors in Albany County, NY (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Albany County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Albany County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Food Truck Permits

Albany County food trucks need Mobile Food Service Establishment Permit from Albany County Department of Health (10 NYCRR Subpart 14-4). City of Albany adds Mobile Food Vendor license under Code Ch. 283. Commissary agreement required.

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Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Vending Zones

City of Albany Code Ch. 283 restricts food truck vending locations. 100-foot distance from brick-and-mortar restaurants. Empire State Plaza has dedicated NYS OGS food truck program. Lark Street, Washington Park events separately permitted.

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Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors by City in Albany County

2 cities in Albany County have their own food trucks & mobile vendors rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

AlbanyPop. 99,224

1 verified rule • Food Truck Permits

ColoniePop. 85,590

2 verified rules • Food Truck Permits, Vending Zones

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