Pomona, CA Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors: Vending Zones (2026)
Key Facts
- Hours
- 7 AM - 12 AM (stationary vendors)
- Prohibited Areas
- Parks, downtown, near Fairplex
- Sidewalk Width
- Minimum 9 ft required
- Fine
- $1,000+ after 3 violations/year
Summary
Pomona regulates sidewalk vending under Chapter 30, Article X. Stationary vendors may operate 7 AM-12 AM only. Vendors are prohibited in parks, the 8-block downtown area, and near the Fairplex. No open-flame propane grills allowed.
ment Code, to read: CHAPTER 6.2. Sidewalk Vendors 51036. For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply: (a) “Sidewalk vendor” means a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one’s person, upon a public sidewalk or other pedestrian path. (b) “Roaming sidewalk vendor” means a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only to complete a transaction. (c) “Stationary sidewalk vendor” means a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location. (d) “Local authority” means a chartered or general law city, county, or city and county. 51037. (a) A local authority shall not regulate sidewalk vendors except in accordance with Sections 51038 and 51039.
Full Breakdown
Pomona restricts food truck operations to designated vending zones or approved locations. Trucks may not block pedestrian paths, fire hydrants, or bus stops. Some areas require advance scheduling through a city-managed vending program. Private property vending requires owner permission and may need separate zoning approval.
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