Franklin County food truck zones regulated by jurisdiction. Columbus permits vending in designated zones including Mobile Food Vending Pilot areas downtown. Minimum 150 ft from brick-and-mortar restaurants in some zones. Private property vending with owner consent generally permitted.
Columbus Code §523 established Mobile Food Vending Program with designated zones in downtown, Short North, and campus areas. Vendors must obtain location-specific permits in some zones. Minimum setback 150 ft from permanent restaurants during their operating hours varies by district. Trucks prohibited in metered parking without meter payment. Suburban jurisdictions like Dublin, Westerville, and New Albany allow food trucks at private events and approved public locations. Franklin County Metro Parks requires permit for food trucks at Battelle Darby Creek and other park facilities.
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