San Antonio restricts mobile food vending hours in residential areas to 7 AM until half an hour after sunset (extended to 10 PM in June, July, and August) under Chapter 13. Food trucks must comply with Chapter 21, Article III noise requirements and must turn off all music and recorded messages while stationary. Downtown mobile food truck operations have separate rules and regulations governing permitted locations.
San Antonio restricts food truck operations to designated vending zones or approved locations. Common restrictions include minimum distances from restaurants (often 50 to 200 feet), schools, and intersections. Time limits per location may apply, typically 2 to 4 hours. 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.
Vending in restricted area: $100 to $500. Blocking access: immediate relocation order. Repeat violations: permit suspension.
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