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Sidewalk Food Vending (SB 972) Bill Signed into Law
The new law modifies the California Retail Food Code (CRFC), establishes a new retail food facility, and allows some sidewalk food vendors to get permits. The changes will go into effect on January 1, 2023...
Updated: 2022-10-04 Learn More >>
About Compact Mobile Food Operations
A Compact Mobile Food Operation (CMFO) is a type of mobile food facility that operates from any of the following:
- An individual, stand, showcase, rack, or display - may be exempt from permitting if offering less than 25 sq feet of prepackaged nonpotentially hazardous food
- A stand, showcase, rack, display - limited to the sale of prepackaged nonpotentially hazardous foods
- A pushcart, pedal-driven cart, wagon, or other nonmotorized conveyance - may be approved for limited food preparation
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NEW: Read the bill, as approved SB 972
- Compact Mobile Food Operations Frequently Asked Questions
- Mobile Food Facility Manufacturers
- Building a Compact Mobile Operation Cart
- Purchasing Approved Standard Compact Mobile Food Operation Cart
- Purchasing Previously Permitted Compact Mobile Food Operation Cart
- Private Home Storage for Compact Mobile Food Operation
- Compact Mobile Food Operations Extension of Cottage Food Operations
- Written Operational Procedures
- Food Truck Commissary List
- Ice Cream Commissary List
- Food Service Cart Commissary List
Senate Bill 972 Webinar
Event Archive
To read the new law, please visit SB-972 California Retail Food Code.
| Date/Time | Event Title | Category | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 de diciembre del 2022 | SB 972 - Seminario web para fabricantes | Verificación de planos | |
| December 5, 2022 | SB 972 - Manufacturers' webinar | Plan Check |
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