Mobile food carts and units in Marana must comply with Pima County Health Department food safety requirements and carry a valid health permit. ARS 9-485.01 preempts most local restrictions, but fire safety standards and ADA access requirements still apply.
Mobile food carts operating in Marana must obtain a food establishment permit from the Pima County Health Department, which inspects mobile food units for proper food storage temperatures, handwashing stations, wastewater containment, and sanitation. Under ARS 9-485.01, the town cannot require a fire inspection if the vendor provides evidence of passing a fire inspection by any Arizona city or town fire department within the preceding 12 months. Cart operators must maintain a valid Town of Marana business license under Title 9. Carts must not obstruct pedestrian pathways or ADA-accessible routes on sidewalks. Propane or other fuel-fired cooking equipment must meet International Fire Code standards adopted under Chapter 7-1 of the Marana Town Code. Waste disposal is the responsibility of the vendor; no grease, wastewater, or food waste may be discharged into storm drains or the public right-of-way. Vendors operating at special events must comply with event-specific conditions set by the Parks and Recreation Department or event organizer.
Health code violations: enforcement by Pima County Health Department, including suspension of food permit. Fire safety violations: enforcement under Chapter 7-1. Operating without a business license: violation of Title 9. Storm drain discharge: environmental violation subject to state and federal penalties.
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