State-set fee schedule under SB25-285; identical across Colorado local agencies. Fees rise again in 2027 and 2028. Limited food service establishments (bars/limited prep) are $338. 2026 fees apply to licenses issued on/after Sept 1, 2025.
Statewide license reciprocity took effect Jan 1, 2026 under HB25-1295 - a single local-agency license lets a mobile unit operate across most Colorado jurisdictions without re-permitting.
| Category | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bar / limited food service | $338/yr (Limited Food Service Establishment, 2026) | State CDPHE fee (SB25-285) for limited-prep establishments; uniform statewide. |
| Grocery / market with deli | Grocery: $244 (<15,001 sq ft) / $441 (>15,000 sq ft); Grocery with deli: $469 (<15,001 sq ft) / $894 (>15,000 sq ft) (2026) | State CDPHE fee schedule; grocery fees are by square footage, higher when a deli/prepared-foods department is present. |
| Pushcart / mobile vending | $481 (full service) / $338 (prepackaged only) per year (2026); plus $155 mobile plan review | Statewide reciprocity under HB25-1295 (effective Jan 1, 2026) lets one license operate across most Colorado jurisdictions. |