Village of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
Village of Balsam Lake requires an operating permit for mobile food vendors. See details below.
Wisconsin mobile food vendors are licensed by DATCP or a local DATCP agent health department. A licensed service base is required, and your unit must return every 24 hours. Out-of-state food licenses do not transfer — a separate Wisconsin license is required.
Licensed through DATCP or county agent
Online application form
- Apply through the county DATCP agent or DATCP directly
- Secure a licensed service base in Wisconsin
- Plan for the 24-hour return rule
Documents on file:
Permit requirements
Who Regulates
Health
Polk County Health Department (Local Health Department)
(715) 485-8500Official site \u2192
Balsam Lake Permit Rules & Requirements
Permit fees: $250(2 fee tiers)
Permit fees2 rules ▾
- If license is not issued, fees paid will not be refunded
- 6-month permit fee: $250
Documents to submit6 rules ▾
- Must include copy of driver's license or state ID with application and required fees
- Must provide copy of Driver License, State ID, or Government issued picture ID for background investigation
- Must provide copy of any other license or permit required by State of Wisconsin, Polk County, or Village Balsam Lake
- Must provide state certificate of examination and approval from sealer of weights and measures if business requires weighing/measuring devices
- Must provide site plan for outdoor locations showing street address, signage location, traffic flow, and unit specifications
- Must provide written authorization from landowner for outdoor vending with property address and dates
State agency licenses1 rule ▾
- Must provide state health officer's certificate for food/clothing/human/animal handling businesses, valid within 90 days
Operating restrictions1 rule ▾
- Sales or solicitations must comply with posted notices of 'NO SOLICITORS' or verbal notices by property owner
Eligibility1 rule ▾
- Minors under 18 require a sponsor for solicitor's permit activity
Background check2 rules ▾
- Must list all offenses charged or convicted in past 5 years including traffic, licensing, and civil forfeiture violations
- Background investigation will review all records including police contact and arrests
Rules extracted from Balsam Lake's permit application. Verify with the city before applying — rules may have changed since extraction.
Official Resources
Additional Notes
Licensing contact: [email protected] / (715) 485-3424
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.