City of St. Cloud, Minnesota
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
City MFU license application with fee tiers based on service type. May require state license copy and workers comp compliance form.
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 St. Cloud. 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 Jun 2026
- Contact St. Cloud to request the application
- Confirm health permit status with St. Cloud Health and Inspections Department
- Your state food license from MDH covers all of Minnesota
Permit requirements
Local business permitRequired — apply before operating
CountiesBenton County, Sherburne County, Stearns County
Sales tax7.375% combined
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
Issuing authorityCity Clerk's Office
Health
St. Cloud Health and Inspections Department (Local Health Department)
State licenseMinnesota Dept. of Health (MDH) — statewide food license
Official Resources
St. Cloud official website \u2192Phone: (320) 255-7214
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