NAICS 722330
What permits does a food truck need?
In short
A food truck typically needs 5 permits to open, though the exact set and the fees depend entirely on the city and county. Across the jurisdictions we cover, filing fees run around $685 and openings take 5–8 weeks.
Pre-launch build. The permit records on this page are sample data used to build the site structure. None has yet been verified against a primary source, so nothing here should be relied on.
The permits a food truck usually carries
| Permit | Issuing agency | Fee | Renews | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Food Unit Permit | Metro Public Health | $310 | annually | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Commissary Agreement Letter | Metro Public Health | No fee | annually | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Fire Suppression Inspection | Nashville Fire Marshal | $120 | annually | Re-check due · 96 days |
| Mobile Vendor Business Licence | Metro County Clerk | $15 | annually | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Sales & Use Tax Certificate | TN Dept. of Revenue | No fee | no expiry | 12 Aug 2026 |
Do the requirements change between cities?
Substantially. The categories of permit a food truck needs are broadly consistent nationally, but the issuing agency, the fee, the renewal term and the filing order all change at city and county level. This is why a national checklist is a starting point rather than an answer.
Food trucks by city
Commercial Compliance Hub publishes information, not legal advice. Requirements change — confirm anything you rely on with the issuing agency before you file.