Indianapolis mobile food vendors need a Mobile Retail Food Establishment permit from MCPHD plus a city Mobile Vendor License. Annual renewal with cart/truck inspection.
Operating a food truck in Marion County requires: (1) a Mobile Retail Food Establishment (MRFE) permit from the Marion County Public Health Department Food and Consumer Safety Division, with annual inspection ($220–$440 depending on risk level); (2) an Indianapolis Mobile Vendor License from DBNS ($150 annual); (3) a certified commissary agreement; (4) an ANSI-accredited Food Handler Manager certificate for the operator in charge; and (5) a Class ABC fire extinguisher. Propane systems require Indiana State Fire Marshal inspection. Vendors operating at farmers markets and special events need an additional Temporary Food Establishment permit per event.
Operating without MRFE: immediate shutdown and up to $1,000 per day. Expired DBNS license: $100 to $500. Critical health violations: closure and re-inspection fee.
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