Chesapeake food trucks require a Mobile Food Unit permit from the Virginia Department of Health, a city business license, and zoning approval. Operation on private commercial property requires property owner consent and compliance with setback requirements.
Food trucks in Chesapeake must hold: (1) VDH Mobile Food Unit permit under 12VAC5-421 (annual, ~400 dollars), (2) Chesapeake business license from the Commissioner of the Revenue (BPOL tax based on gross receipts), (3) zoning approval for operation location. Trucks may operate on private commercial property with owner consent in C-1, C-2, B-1, and M districts. Residential zones prohibit commercial food truck operation. Operators must have a certified food protection manager per VDH rules. Commissary agreement required for cleaning, wastewater disposal, and overnight parking.
Operating without VDH permit: 1,000+ dollar fine and shutdown. Business license violation: back taxes + penalties. Zoning violation: 100-500 dollars per day.
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