Arizona's Cottage Food Law (ARS 36-1791) allows home-based food production statewide without a county health permit. Residents may sell non-potentially-hazardous foods (baked goods, candy, jams, dried fruits, etc.) directly to consumers with annual gross sales up to $75,000. Labeling with name, address, and disclaimer is required. No county permit beyond standard business registration is needed.
Arizona's Cottage Food Law (ARS 36-1791) permits Maricopa County residents in unincorporated areas to produce and sell non-potentially-hazardous foods from their home kitchen without a county health permit or MCESD food establishment license. Eligible products include baked goods, candy, granola, dried fruits, jams, jellies, and similar items that do not require refrigeration. Annual gross sales may not exceed $75,000. All products must be labeled with the producer's name, home address, a list of ingredients, allergen warnings, and the statement: 'This product was produced in a home kitchen that is not subject to government food safety inspection.' Sales must be direct to consumers (farmers markets, online orders with local delivery) and not through wholesale or retail intermediaries.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Maricopa County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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