City of Foley, Minnesota
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
City of Foley requires an operating permit for mobile food vendors. See details below.
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 Foley. The state license covers food safety and is valid statewide. The local permit covers business registration, zoning, parking, fire, and other local rules.
Pre-fill ready on BiteBase
Online application formVerified May 2026
- Sign in to BiteBase to pre-fill your application
- Confirm health permit status with St. Cloud District Office
- Your state food license from MDH covers all of Minnesota
Documents on file:
Permit requirements
Local business permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyBenton County
Sales tax7.375% combined
Application methodOnline web form
Who Regulates
Food safety
St. Cloud District Office (MDH)
State licenseMinnesota Dept. of Health (MDH) — statewide food license
Foley Permit Rules & Requirements
Permit fees: $100(1 fee tier)
Permit fees1 rule ▾
- Filing fee of $100.00 required
Documents to submit3 rules ▾
- Must provide photocopy of driver's license or physical description
- Must attach credentials establishing relationship with employer, principal or supplier
- Application must be completed in full, typewritten or clearly printed, and accompanied by all requested supporting documents
Eligibility1 rule ▾
- Must provide two Minnesota resident references for character and business respectability certification
Other rules2 rules ▾
- Applicant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City from all claims and costs related to transient merchant permit activities
- Applicant must certify that all information supplied is true and correct
Rules extracted from Foley's permit application. Verify with the city before applying — rules may have changed since extraction.
Official Resources
Additional Notes
Licensing contact: [email protected] / 320-968-7260
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.
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