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North Carolina Mobile Food Vendor Law

North Carolina GS 130A-248 — Sanitation of Food and Lodging Establishments

Regulatory Framework

Primary lawNorth Carolina GS 130A-248 — Sanitation of Food and Lodging Establishments →
Administrative rules15A NCAC 18A — Sanitation Rules for Food Service
Licensing modelState license + local permits
Primary authorityNC DHHS / Division of Public Health →
Typical fees$10 – $1,000(varies by jurisdiction)

What Vendors Need to Know

  1. Apply through: County health department
  2. Health inspections: County-administered
  3. Check local city/county for additional permits

Key Facts

Official Sources

North Carolina GS 130A-248 — Sanitation of Food and Lodging Establishments →NC DHHS / Division of Public Health — Official Website →
This page summarizes North Carolina mobile food vendor regulations for informational purposes. BiteBase is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. Regulations change — always verify current requirements directly with NC DHHS / Division of Public Health before operating. Primary statutory reference: NCGS 130A-248 (Sanitation of Food and Lodging).