Plano allows food trucks in commercial zoning districts and on private property with owner permission. The city has designated some areas as food truck friendly. Food trucks at special events operate under temporary event permits. Vending in the public right-of-way must comply with traffic and pedestrian access requirements.
Plano's food truck vending zone regulations determine where mobile food vendors may legally operate. Approved zones typically include downtown commercial districts, industrial areas, designated food truck parks, and special event venues. Vending on residential streets may be restricted to ice cream trucks and only during specified hours. Food trucks must maintain minimum distances from brick-and-mortar restaurants (typically 100–200 feet) unless the restaurant owner consents. No vending is allowed in fire lanes, bus zones, crosswalks, or within 20 feet of intersections. Trucks must not block pedestrian access or ADA-accessible routes. Some zones operate on a permit/lottery system for prime locations. Food truck rally permits allow gatherings of multiple trucks at designated locations.
Operating in a non-approved zone: $150–$500 fine. Blocking fire lanes or ADA access: $250–$1,000 fine plus immediate relocation. Operating without a vending zone permit: $200–$500 per day.
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