Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors in Hamilton County, IN (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Hamilton County, Indiana.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Hamilton County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Food Truck Permits
Hamilton County requires every mobile food unit to hold a valid permit from the county health officer before operating, County Code Sections 16-20-7-1 and 16-20-7-2. The permit runs January 1 to December 31 and costs $75.00 per vehicle for prepackaged foods or $125.00 per vehicle for units that prepare or serve ready-to-eat food, under the Schedule C fee table in Section 16-20-1-27.
Mobile Food Permit Fees in Hamilton County
Some RestrictionsHamilton County, IN Code of Ordinances §§ 16-20-7-1, 16-20-7-2, 16-20-1-27 Schedule C(3)
(a)It is unlawful for any person to operate any food establishment and/or bed and breakfast establishment without first obtaining a valid permit from the health officer.(b)Permits are not transferable to another person or location.(d)A separate permit is required for each establishment.(e)Permits shall be issued for a term beginning January 1 or before commencement of operation and expiring Dec...
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