City of Hutchinson, Minnesota
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
Food vendor application with licensing term, owners list, commissary/kitchen address, workers comp info, references, and release of information.
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 Hutchinson. 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
Verified May 2026
- Contact Hutchinson to request the application
- Confirm health permit status with Mankato District Office
- Your state food license from MDH covers all of Minnesota
Permit requirements
Local business permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyMcLeod County
Sales tax7.875% combined (includes 0.5% city tax)
Who Regulates
Food safety
Mankato District Office (MDH)
State licenseMinnesota Dept. of Health (MDH) — statewide food license
Official Resources
Hutchinson official website \u2192Phone: (320) 587-5151
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