Pittsburgh, PA Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors: Vending Zones (2026)

The License Officer shall authorize vending locations in the Right-of-Way and in City parks as identified in this section and established in the rules and regulations. The City shall maintain a record of authorized locations and make this record publicly available as established in rules and regulations.

(a) General. Vendors shall:

i. Comply with the traffic, safety, stormwater, spacing, and accessibility requirements established in the rules and regulations.

ii. Relocate, temporarily or permanently, when directed by the Licensing Officer to accommodate:

A. A Department of Mobility and Infrastructure authorized outdoor dining and retail license granted per Chapter 418.

B. An event with a special events permit granted per § 470.02.

C. Uses of the right-of-way required for the public good as determined by the License Officer and as recommended by the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure.

(b) Right of Way. Vendors shall be authorized to operate on the street and sidewalk if the following conditions are met:

i. The vending site is located adjacent to property (private or public) where the "Outdoor Retail Sales & Services" use is permitted by the Zoning Code as a Primary or Accessory use. In addition, peddlers may operate in residential districts within the hours permitted by the program rules and regulations.

ii. If the vending site is located in a Parks (P) District, the adjacent property (private or public) must be used as a park.

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