City of Burnsville, Minnesota
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
City of Burnsville, Minnesota — located in Dakota County. Mobile food unit operators need a city permit.
Minnesota mobile food vendors need a state food license from MDH (or your delegated local health authority) and a local business permit from City of Burnsville. The state license covers food safety and is valid statewide. The local permit covers business registration, zoning, parking, fire, and other local rules.
Official source located
Downloadable PDF applicationVerified Jun 2026
- Review the official licensing page
- Confirm health permit status with Metro District Office
- Your state food license from MDH covers all of Minnesota
Permit requirements
Local business permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyDakota County
Sales tax8.125% combined
Application methodDownloadable PDF form
Who Regulates
Food safety
Metro District Office (MDH)
State licenseMinnesota Dept. of Health (MDH) — statewide food license
Official Resources
Additional Notes
Complete Peddler/Solicitor/Transient Merchant & Mobile Vendor Registration Form. Submit at front counter, online, or email to [email protected]. Must provide Certificate of Insurance naming City as additional insured. MN DOH/DOA food license copy required. Multi-day locations need Conditional Use Permit from Planning Dept. Park vending permits also available (daily/annual).
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.
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