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Sidewalk Vendor Business License and Permit 

A sidewalk vendor business license and sidewalk vending permit are required for all vendors. Most vendors selling food items will also need a City Health Permit, dependent upon the type of business.

Apply for a Business License and
Sidewalk Vendor Permit

For more information
about Health Permit
   
     

Sidewalk to Success:
Financial and Technical Assistance

Sidewalk to Success, a sidewalk vending support program, covers the costs of the required business license and permit and health permit fees for operating through February 26, 2025, and provides a reimbursement of up to $450 of the cost of the required insurance, business and technical assistance and up to 40 free food service carts.

For more information about the 
Sidewalk to Success Program

How to Apply for a
California Sellers Permit