City of Maple Grove, Minnesota
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
Annual Maple Grove Fire Dept permit required for mobile food prep vehicles with appliances producing smoke or grease-laden vapors. Must display proof of annual inspection and follow state + Hennepin procedures. Operating/time/distance rules apply.
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 Maple Grove. 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
Online application formVerified Jun 2026
- Review the official licensing page
- Confirm health permit status with Hennepin County Epidemiology and Environmental Health
- Your state food license from MDH covers all of Minnesota
Permit requirements
Local business permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyHennepin County
Sales tax9.025% combined (includes 0.5% city tax)
Fire inspectionRequired
Application methodOnline web form
Who Regulates
Issuing authorityCity Clerk's Office
Health
Hennepin County Epidemiology and Environmental Health (Local Health Department)
State licenseMinnesota Dept. of Health (MDH) — statewide food license
Official Resources
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.