Street vendor permits in Aurora, CO — sometimes called sidewalk vendor licenses, mobile vendor permits, or peddler permits — are the licenses required to sell goods or food on public property.
Aurora requires a mobile food or sidewalk vendor license from the city plus Tri-County Health approval for food sales.
Street and mobile vendors operating in Aurora must hold a city vendor license issued through the Tax and Licensing Division. Mobile food vendors (food trucks, carts) must also obtain a Tri-County Health Department retail food license and a city sales tax license. Operators need a valid Colorado driver license, vehicle registration, insurance, and a commissary agreement for food storage and cleaning. Vending is prohibited in certain public rights-of-way and near schools during operating hours. Annual license renewals apply. Violations can result in citations and license revocation.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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