City of Archer, Iowa
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
Archer, Iowa — mobile food vendors may need local permits in addition to state food establishment licensing through DIAL (Iowa Dept of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing). Contact Archer for local business permit, zoning, and fire requirements.
Document available
Downloadable PDF applicationVerified May 2026
- Review the official licensing page
- Contact DIAL for state food establishment licensing
Documents on file:
Permit requirements
Operating permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyO'Brien County
Application methodDownloadable PDF form
Who Regulates
State licenseIowa DIAL — food establishment license (statewide, includes mobile food units)
Archer Permit Rules & Requirements
Permit fees: $30 – $75(2 fee tiers)
Permit fees2 rules ▾
- Weekly permit fee: $75.00
- Daily permit fee: $30.00
Documents to submit2 rules ▾
- Must submit copy of driver's license with photo
- Must submit copy of seller's sales tax certificate
Operating restrictions1 rule ▾
- No soliciting or peddling allowed on Sundays and holidays
Hours of operation1 rule ▾
- Hours of operation are between 9 A.M. and one half hour prior to sunset each day
Eligibility1 rule ▾
- Permit is not transferrable and may not be used by anyone other than the applicant
Rules extracted from Archer's permit application. Verify with the city before applying — rules may have changed since extraction.
Official Resources
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.