Street vendor permits in Carmichael, CA — sometimes called sidewalk vendor licenses, mobile vendor permits, or peddler permits — are the licenses required to sell goods or food on public property.
Carmichael sidewalk vending requires a Sacramento County Sidewalk Vendor Business License under SCC Ch. 4.55 (effective March 2025). Food vendors additionally need a Sacramento County Environmental Management Health Permit. State preemption (SB 946) limits local restrictions.
California SB 946 (2018) preempts most local sidewalk-vending restrictions but allows reasonable health, safety, and welfare regulations. Sacramento County's response - SCC Chapter 4.55 (effective March 2025) - requires a Sidewalk Vendor Business License from the County Department of Finance. Food vendors must additionally hold an EMD Health Permit and a Seller's Permit from CDTFA. All licenses must be displayed visibly on the cart. Vendors may not operate within 500 feet of a certified farmers market, special event with exclusive vendor agreement, or in school zones during arrival/dismissal. Hours/zones can be restricted by SCC where necessary for safety. Roaming vendors (ice cream trucks) follow Vehicle Code rules.
Operating without a license: $250 administrative fine first offense, $500 second within one year, $1,000 third+ (capped under SB 946). License revocation possible for repeat violations.
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