Sonora permits cottage food operations under California's Homemade Food Act (AB 1616). Class A operations sell directly to consumers and Class B operations may sell through third-party retailers. Tuolumne County Environmental Health issues cottage food permits.
California's Homemade Food Act allows registered cottage food operations to produce and sell specified non-potentially hazardous foods from home kitchens. Class A operations sell directly to consumers at farmers markets, roadside stands, or from home with annual sales capped at $75,000. Class B operations may additionally sell to stores and restaurants. Sonora's home business zoning provisions permit cottage food operations as an accessory use in residential zones. Registration is through Tuolumne County Environmental Health. Permitted products include baked goods, candy, granola, dried fruits, and jams. Labeling must include cottage food operation name, registration number, and allergen information.
Operating without registration may result in Tuolumne County Environmental Health citations. Selling non-approved products or exceeding sales caps can result in permit revocation and fines.
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