Mobile Food Facilities Application
Fill out this application and submit to dehmobilefood@acgov.org or directly to your health inspector two weeks prior to your permit expiration date.
FAQs
How Do I Renew My Permit for a Food Truck, Trailer or Compact Mobile Food Operation (Cart)?
Pay the invoice sent to you by US Mail. Complete the Mobile Food Facilities Application by checking “BOX C” and then following the instructions for “BOX C.” Check “BOX F” and follow the instructions for “BOX F” if the CMFO cart or MFF truck menu is all pre-packaged food. Submit the application to dehmobilefood@acgov.org or directly to your health inspector two weeks prior to your permit expiration date.
How Do I Get a Permit for a Used Food Truck or Trailer That Has Been Permitted in California But Never in Alameda County?
Complete the Mobile Food Facilities Application by checking “BOX B” and then following the instructions for “BOX B.” Submit the application to dehwebbilling@acgov.org to begin the permit process. An invoice will be emailed to you. The permit process will begin upon securing payment.
How Do I Get a Permit for a New Food Truck or Trailer or CMFO (Cart) That Has Not Been Permitted in California?
You must submit blueprint drawings (plans) for the truck/trailer or CMFO (cart) according to the requirements. Complete the Mobile Food Facilities Application by checking box “A” and following the instructions for “BOX A.” Plan Check requirements for all types of MFF or CMFO can be found on our MFF page. Submit all documents to dehwebbilling@acgov.org to start the Plan Check process. An invoice will be emailed to you. The permit process will begin upon securing fee payment. Find requirements for Plan Check for MFF trucks/trailers and CMFO’s.
How Do I Get a Permit for a CMFO (Cart)?
The requirements for a cart depend on your menu items. Complete the Mobile Food Facilities Application by checking “BOX B” or “BOX F,” depending on your menu items, and following the instructions for “BOX B” or “BOX F.” Submit the application to dehwebbilling@acgov.org to begin the permit process. If the cart is new you may need to submit blueprint drawings (plans) to be reviewed. For plan review, complete the Mobile Food Facilities Application check “BOX A” and follow the instructions for “BOX A.” An invoice will be emailed to you. The permit will print upon securing payment. Review guidance and examples of CMFO (cart) plans.
How Do I Apply for a Permit for One-Time Event?
To apply for a one-time-a-year single event permit for an MFF/CMFO, check “BOX E” on page 2 of the Mobile Food Facilities Application and follow the instructions for “BOX E.” The MFF or CMFO must be currently permitted/not expired by a county in California to qualify for this permit. An invoice will be emailed to you. The permit will be sent to your email provided once payment is received.
How Do I Apply for a Permit or Renew a Permit for a Vending Machine?
Complete the Mobile Food Facilities Application by checking “BOX G.” Follow the instructions for “BOX G” and submit the application to dehwebbilling@acgov.org to begin the permit process. An invoice will be emailed to you. The permit process will begin upon securing payment.
How Do I Change or Update my Commissary Information and/or my Route Sheet Information?
Complete the Commissary form Part D Commissary Agreement or the route sheet form Part E Route Sheet. Submit the form to your facility inspector or to dehmobilefood@acgov.org.
How Do I Find a Commissary?
There is a list of mobile food commissaries and commercial kitchens found here: List of Permitted Commissaries 2025. An online search will help you locate additional commissaries and commercial kitchens. A commissary and a commercial kitchen is allowed upon determining there is a current environmental health permit and it provides adequate services.
How Can I Find A Mobile Food Facility Builder?
Please see the link here to a List of Builders in California. The list is for reference and not to be used as an endorsement by Alameda County.