Westland food trucks need a mobile food vendor license from the city, Wayne County health permit, and Michigan STFU license. Operation is limited to approved zones and events.
Mobile food trucks operating in Westland must obtain a mobile food vendor license from the City Clerk, a Wayne County Department of Health food service license, and a Michigan Special Transitory Food Unit (STFU) license from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) under Food Law MCL 289.1101. Operators must carry general liability insurance, provide commissary agreements for overnight storage and cleaning, and pass health inspections. Operation in Westland is restricted to private property with owner permission, approved special event permits, and commercial zones. Operating on public streets or rights-of-way without permit is prohibited. Residential zones are off-limits except for catered events. Noise and exhaust limits apply. Annual renewal is required for all licenses.
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