City of St. Francis, Minnesota
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
City of St. Francis 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 St. Francis. The state license covers food safety and is valid statewide. The local permit covers business registration, zoning, parking, fire, and other local rules.
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Permit requirements
Local business permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyAnoka County
Sales tax8.125% combined
Application methodDownloadable PDF form
Who Regulates
Health
Anoka County Public Health & Environmental Services (Local Health Department)
763-324-4260Official site \u2192
State licenseMinnesota Dept. of Health (MDH) — statewide food license
Official Resources
Additional Notes
Food Truck/Transient Merchant License Application (PDF on city forms page). Peddler and Solicitor License also available. City Clerk handles licensing at 763-753-2630. Office hours Mon-Thu 7 AM - 4:30 PM, Fri 7 AM - 11 AM.
What to Do Next
- Sign in to BiteBase to pre-fill and submit your St. Francis application
- Confirm health permit status with Anoka County Public Health & Environmental Services
- Visit the licensing page for the latest requirements
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.
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