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Is there a fee for a mobile food vendor license?: The fee is $100.

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Mobile Food Vendors

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1. Do mobile food vendors need a license to operate in the City of La Vista?: Yes. In August 2020, the City Council passed Ordinance No.1396 establishing La Vista Municipal Code Section 113.11 which contains the rules, regulations, and licensing process for mobile food vendors.

2. How long does a mobile food vendor license last?: Licenses are valid from January 1 to December 31, and they must be renewed annually.

3. Is there a fee for a mobile food vendor license?: The fee is $100.

4. Where can I find the application?: Applications are available on the City’s website: www.cityoflavista.org/mobilefoodvendors. Applications are also available at City Hall.

5. Where do I submit my application?: Completed applications and fee are to be submitted to the City Clerk, 8116 Park View Blvd., La Vista, NE 68128.

6. When can I operate my mobile food vending vehicle?: Licensed mobile food vendors may operate seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.

7. Can I operate my mobile food vending vehicle on private property?: With the written consent of the owner of the property and a temporary use permit issued by the Community Development Director, if applicable, you can operate on private property as long as you are following all provisions of Section 113.11 of the La Vista Municipal Code.

8. Can I leave my mobile food vending vehicle overnight?: No. During non-hours of operation, a mobile food vendor motor vehicle or trailer shall not remain on any city property or city right-of-way, or on any private property on which any sales have taken place.

9. Are mobile food vendors required to pay the Restaurants and Drinking Places Occupation Tax?: If a mobile food vendor is selling food and beverages that are subject to the Restaurant Tax, then, yes, they must remit Restaurant Tax to the City. For more information on the Restaurant Tax, visit www.cityoflavista.org/restaurants.

10. Who do I contact if I have additional questions or need more information?: Please email your questions to cityclerk@cityoflavista.org.