Concord food trucks must maintain setbacks from schools, may not park in the same residential location more than limited time periods, and generally cannot obstruct traffic or sidewalks. SB 972 limits overly restrictive local location rules for sidewalk vendors.
Location and operating restrictions for mobile food facilities in Concord are set by CMC Title 5 (Business Licenses) and Title 10 (Vehicles), subject to state preemption under SB 972 (2022). Common restrictions: food trucks may not park on public streets in residential zones for more than a limited period (typically 30-60 minutes at one location) and may not be within a specified distance (commonly 500 feet) of public schools during school hours per CalCode. Food trucks operating on private property (shopping center parking lots, breweries, office parks) generally require property-owner consent and may operate longer but remain subject to zoning use rules - the host property's zoning must permit restaurant/food service use, or the activity must qualify as a temporary event. Food trucks cannot: block fire hydrants, block driveways, operate in red zones, or use public sidewalks/rights-of-way without specific permits. Special events such as Taste of Concord, Music & Market in Todos Santos Plaza, and Concord Farmers' Market involve temporary permits that supersede standard location rules. SB 972 prohibits cities from banning sidewalk vending outright; restrictions must be tied to objective health, safety, or public welfare concerns. Private events on residential property (catering a birthday party) are generally allowed with the host's consent.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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