North Miami, FL Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors: Food Truck Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- State License
- DBPR mobile food license
- Local License
- Preempted by FL law (2020)
- Health Permit
- Miami-Dade County required
- Commissary
- Agreement required
- Planning Dept
- (305) 895-9825
Summary
Food trucks operating in North Miami must hold a valid Florida DBPR mobile food dispensing vehicle license and Miami-Dade County health permit. Since 2020, Florida law preempts cities from requiring a separate local business license for food trucks. The city regulates locations, hours, and operational standards through its code of ordinances.
Effective 6/30/2020, The Occupational Freedom and Opportunity Act per Chapter 509.102 Florida Statutes made the following changes to Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle (Food Truck) business licensing within the State of Florida: A municipality, county or other local government may not require a business license or fee in addition to a State of Florida issued business license as a condition for the operation of a mobile food dispensing vehicle within their jurisdiction. Furthermore, a municipality, county or other local government entity may not prohibit mobile food dispensing vehicles from operating within the entirety of their jurisdiction. Please note: this does not affect a municipality, county or other local government entity’s authority to regulate the operation of mobile food dispensing other than as explained above. This section does not apply to any port or aviation authority, airport, or seaport.
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Full Breakdown
Food trucks in North Miami must hold a valid Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) mobile food dispensing vehicle license. Since July 1, 2020, Florida law (SB 1193) preempts municipalities from requiring a local business license beyond the state license. However, North Miami retains authority to regulate food truck locations, hours of operation, noise levels, and proximity to brick-and-mortar restaurants. A Miami-Dade County health permit is required for all mobile food vendors. Food trucks must maintain a commissary agreement for food preparation, equipment storage, and cleaning. Operations on private property require written authorization from the property owner. The city has embraced food truck culture with periodic food truck events and designated gathering areas. Vendors at special events must obtain event permits through the city. Fire safety equipment including fire extinguishers must be maintained and current. Contact the Community Planning and Development Department at (305) 895-9825 for location regulations.
Violations & Fines
Operating without a valid DBPR license results in immediate shutdown and potential state penalties. Health code violations carry penalties from Miami-Dade County including fines and license suspension. Operating in prohibited locations or outside permitted hours results in code enforcement citations. Missing fire safety equipment triggers immediate correction orders.
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