Food trucks in unincorporated LA County need a county business license, LA County Dept of Public Health mobile food facility permit, and CA seller's permit. Catering trucks cannot sound music/chimes within 200 ft of residences between 9 PM and 7 AM. All food handlers need certified food handler cards.
Food trucks operating in unincorporated LA County need multiple permits: a county business license from the Treasurer & Tax Collector, a Mobile Food Facility permit from the LA County Department of Public Health (Environmental Health division), and a valid California seller's permit. Health permits require an approved commissary for food prep, storage, and waste disposal. Vehicles must meet fire safety requirements including fire extinguisher and exhaust hood standards. Annual health inspections are required. LA County health permit fees range from $400-$800 depending on facility type.
Operating without a health permit is a misdemeanor under CA HSC 114381 with fines up to $1,000. Health code violations during inspection can result in permit suspension or closure orders. Operating without a business license carries fines of $250-$500. Fire safety violations may result in citations from LA County Fire. Repeat health code offenders face permit revocation and are published on the county's inspection results website.
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