Portland limits street vending locations to approved sidewalk cafe permits, Green Loop plazas, and private food-cart pods; carts cannot block pedestrian or ADA paths.
Portland's vending zones are controlled through a combination of PCC 17.26 sidewalk permits, PCC 33 zoning for private pods, and special programs such as the Central City Plazas Vending pilot. Carts in the public right-of-way must maintain at least 6 feet of clear pedestrian path (8 feet in the Central City) under ADA and PCC 17.26 standards. Park vending is administered by Portland Parks and Recreation through a separate concession process. Vending is prohibited within 25 feet of transit stops and 10 feet of building entrances without consent. Historic district rules can add design review.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Portland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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