To conduct business in the public right of way or on public property, a Sidewalk Vending Permit is required. A Sidewalk Vending Permit is valid for one year from the date of issuance. It's easy to apply for a Sidewalk Vending Permit! Learn more.
The purpose of SB 946 is to decriminalize and legalize street vending throughout the state. The proposal defines “sidewalk vendor” as a person who sells merchandise or food from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other non-motorized conveyance on a sidewalk or pedestrian path.
Businesses such as seasonal sales booths, ice cream trucks, food trucks or carts, taxi or limo services, or therapeutic massage are required to obtain an itinerant vendor permit.
For in-state retailers, you must obtain an ongoing seller's permit if you are engaged in the business of selling tangible personal property. Out-of-state retailers that exceed specific sales thresholds are required to obtain an ongoing seller's permit.
You need a General Business License if your business is located in the unincorporated area of Sacramento County (not in the boundaries of the cities of Sacramento, Folsom, Isleton, Galt, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, or Rancho Cordova), unless your business is one of the very few that are exempt from licensing ...
To file a complaint about a code violation call 3-1-1 or 916-875-4311, or file an online report at 311-Connect. If you have received a warning letter and have a technical code question, contact our Officer of the Day (OOD): 916-874-7908 or email SacCode@SacCounty.