Confirmed 2026-08-10 from City of Columbia (PHHS) permanent food-service page. Fee is based on gross receipts (less non-food revenue). Non-profit food service establishments also require an operating permit; for-profit establishments additionally need a City of Columbia business license. Re-inspection administrative fee $110.00 for 2nd and subsequent re-inspections.
All mobile vendors need a current Columbia/Boone County Health Department permit; a permitted commissary (same permit holder) is required unless all requirements are met on the vehicle. For-profit vendors also need a City of Columbia business license.
| Category | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pushcart / mobile vending | $205.00 / $285.00 / $530.00 by gross receipts | Mobile food establishment (truck/vendor) operating permit uses the same gross-receipts tiers as permanent establishments (<$250k $205; $250k-$750k $285; >$750k $530), renewable annually. Requires a permitted commissary with the same permit holder. |
| Temporary / seasonal event | $40.00 or $70.00 | Temporary food service establishment permit within City of Columbia limits, $40 or $70 depending on event length; up to two temporary permits per year for vendors without a full operating permit. |