Anaheim requires a sidewalk vendor permit under AMC Chapter 4.52 in addition to a city business license and OC Health Care Agency food permit. SB 946 protects sidewalk vending rights with limitations.
AMC Section 4.52.050 requires a sidewalk vendor permit for anyone selling goods on sidewalks or public areas in Anaheim. This is in addition to the city business license and any permits from the Orange County Health Care Agency. California SB 946 (2018) protects the right to sidewalk vending but allows cities to impose reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. Permit applications require identification, description of goods, California Department of Tax and Fee Administration seller's permit, and background disclosure. Food vendors must comply with all California Retail Food Code requirements and obtain appropriate OC Health permits. The city may restrict vending in certain areas including near the Anaheim Resort area. Mobile food trucks operating on private property still need business licenses and health permits.
Vending without permit: citation under AMC 4.52. Health code violation: OC Health enforcement. Operating in restricted zone: additional citation.
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