Food Industry Specifics

• Brick and mortar restaurant
• Food truck or mobile beverage cart
• Catering company
• Hosting a special event/bake sale
• Vending machine business
• Cottage food vendor business
• Wholesale/Manufactures

Nebraska Department of Agriculture’s regulations

• Cottage Food Resources
• Cottage Food Laws & Regulations

• Connect with your inspector
• Call the DCHD Hotline: (402) 444-7471

• Commissary Kitchens in Omaha
• There are several commissary kitchens in the area that will rent you kitchen space, or you can use any commercial kitchen with a current permit such as a family or friend's restaurant. Ensure they are in compliance with the Douglas County Health Department
• Once you have a commissary kitchen, complete the Commissary Kitchen Certification Form

• ONEBiz Help
• State Liquor License & Process

• Who Needs a Food Permit?
• Peddler’s Permits:
• If you want to sell things to people by going door-to-door or by setting up a spot outside, you need a permit first. A peddler is anyone who travels around (on foot, by car, etc.) to: Sell products (like candy, food, magazines, or anything else) to people at their homes, take orders for products or services they'll deliver later. 
• Outdoor food sales such as farmers markets, special events, and push carts also must have a peddler’s permit. 
• Call (402) 444-5350 to apply or email stephen.gralewski@cityofomaha.org

• A Mobile Food Vendor permit through Douglas County is required if you sell any food or beverage in a mobile unit.
• Additionally, Mobile Food Vendor Permits are also required through the City of Omaha. 

• Permit Application

• Vendor Fairs and other Markets
• Find information about local farmer’s markets here: Omaha Farmer’s Market
• If you need more information, consult other Farmer’s Market Resources
• Temporary Event Regulations
• Information for Event Coordinators/business vendors

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• Always connect with the City of Omaha Planning Department (402) 444-5350; Permit.Info@cityofomaha.org and Douglas County Health Department (402) 444-7471. They are the complete and best resource to ensure you are in compliance.