Mobile food facilities in unincorporated San Diego County must obtain a Public Health Permit from the County Department of Environmental Health and Quality (DEHQ) under County Code Title 6, Division 1. All facilities must operate from an approved commissary.
All mobile food facilities operating in unincorporated San Diego County must obtain a Public Health Permit from the County DEHQ. Facilities must operate in conjunction with an approved commissary or permanent food facility for servicing, cleaning, and storage. Mobile food operators need a valid business tax certificate. DEHQ conducts plan review and inspections. The permit application requires commissary agreement documentation, menu, equipment list, and vehicle/cart specifications. California Retail Food Code (CalCode) standards apply. Food handlers must have valid California Food Handler Cards. Mobile food operations must maintain proper food temperatures, sanitation, and waste disposal. Operating hours and locations may be subject to zoning restrictions.
Operating without a permit may result in closure orders, fines, and potential criminal charges. Health code violations lead to scoring deductions and possible permit suspension.
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