City of River Falls, Wisconsin
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
River Falls, Wisconsin — located in St. Croix and Pierce Counties. Mobile food vendors are licensed through St. Croix County Public Health (DATCP agent) for St. Croix County areas, or through DATCP directly for Pierce County areas. A Wisconsin food establishment license and licensed service base are required.
Wisconsin mobile food vendors are licensed by DATCP or a local DATCP agent health department. In this area: St. Croix County Public Health (DATCP agent) / DATCP (Pierce County). 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.
Official source locatedVerified Apr 2026
Permit requirements
Operating permitRequired — apply before operating
CountiesPierce County, St. Croix County
Who Regulates
Health
St. Croix County Community Development Department (Local Health Department)
715-386-4674Official site \u2192
Official Resources
Additional Notes
River Falls spans two counties. Contact St. Croix County Public Health or DATCP to determine which jurisdiction applies to your operating location. Service base required per ATCP 75.07(2).
What to Do Next
- Obtain a Wisconsin food establishment license through St. Croix County Public Health
- Secure a licensed service base (commissary) in Wisconsin
- Check River Falls for any local business permit or zoning requirements
- Plan for the 24-hour return rule — your unit must return to base daily
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.
Online permit applications for River Falls are not yet available on BiteBase.
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