Richmond food trucks must obtain a mobile food vendor permit from the city, a Virginia Department of Health mobile food establishment permit, and a Richmond business license, with annual fees totaling roughly 300 to 500 dollars.
Mobile food vendor permits are issued by the Commissioner of the Revenue in coordination with Planning and Development Review. Operators must submit vehicle specs, commissary agreement, VDH permit, fire inspection certificate, and proof of liability insurance (typically 1 million dollars). Richmond allows food trucks in most commercial zones with property owner permission. Operation in the public right-of-way requires a separate DPW permit. Vendors cannot operate within 200 feet of a brick-and-mortar restaurant offering similar food without written consent.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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