Multnomah County food trucks must hold a Multnomah County Environmental Health Mobile Food Unit license (Class I-IV depending on menu complexity) under OAR 333-162 and MCC Chapter 25. Portland additionally requires a Revenue Division Business License and, for cart pods, zoning approval. Annual fees range from ~$140 to ~$600, and inspections are required before opening.
Multnomah County Environmental Health issues Mobile Food Unit (MFU) licenses under Oregon Administrative Rules OAR 333-162 and Multnomah County Code MCC Chapter 25. MFUs are classified I-IV: Class I (prepackaged), Class II (hot dogs/limited prep), Class III (limited cooking, commissary required), Class IV (full restaurant-style, commissary required). Annual license fees (FY 2024-25) run roughly $141 (Class I) to $600+ (Class IV), with a plan-review fee for new units. All Classes II-IV must have a signed commissary agreement with a licensed commercial kitchen. A valid Oregon Food Handler Card is required for all staff. In Portland, operators also need a Revenue Division Business License ($100+/year) and must meet zoning for the site under Portland City Code Title 33 Chapter 33.242 Food Carts, which distinguishes pod, single-cart, and event-only configurations. Fire extinguisher, sanitized handwashing station with hot water, and proper wastewater/gray water disposal are required. Portland pod sites require site plans showing ADA access, trash, and restroom availability. Gresham (GRC 5.25) and Troutdale have parallel food cart permits.
Operating without MFU license: immediate closure order by Environmental Health and fines up to $2,500 per incident under ORS 616 and OAR 333-162. Portland zoning violation: $500 to $5,000. Food handler card missing: $100 per missing card per inspection. Critical violations (e.g., unsafe temperatures): license suspension.
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