Mesquite restricts mobile vending in residential zones and rights-of-way; food trucks must operate from approved commercial sites with owner permission and proper zoning.
Food trucks and mobile food vendors in Mesquite are generally restricted to commercial and industrial zoning districts. Vending in residential neighborhoods is limited to ice cream trucks operating in motion and approved special events. Operating in or selling from public rights-of-way (streets, sidewalks, parking lots not owned by the vendor) is prohibited without a special permit. Mobile vendors typically must locate on private commercial property with the written permission of the property owner. The city's zoning code may require a Certificate of Occupancy if a truck operates from the same location regularly enough to constitute a permanent business. Distance setbacks from existing brick-and-mortar restaurants are not currently codified citywide but specific properties may have HOA or shopping-center restrictions. Special events at Mesquite Arena, Town East Mall area, or city parks require event-specific vending permits coordinated with the event sponsor.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Mesquite code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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