Risk level is assigned by an EH Specialist per YHD's risk-based categorization (L1 cold/reheat; L2 cook & hot-hold; L3 full prep/cool) - YHD uses risk level, not square footage. Upgrades: L1->2 $181, L2->3 $132; multiple food service (new) $861 / renewal $630; late payment $60; hourly rate $132/hr. Amounts are from YHD's published fee schedule (2021 application). YHD held a public-input session on a fee update on 2026-04-13; as of 2026-08-10 NO new fee schedule has been adopted, so these figures remain current.
Mobile units require a plan review packet and an approved commissary/servicing area.
| Category | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Caterer | Catering endorsement (add-on to a food establishment license) $180, published schedule (2021) - source https://www.yakimacounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/24066/Food-and-Beverage-License-ApplicationRenewal | YHD offers a catering endorsement added to an existing risk-level license; a multi-event/catering application is used. |
| Pushcart / mobile vending | Mobile Food Unit - New: Level 2 $615 / Level 3 $791; Renewal: Level 2 $428 / Level 3 $560, published schedule (2021) - source https://www.yakimacounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/24066/Food-and-Beverage-License-ApplicationRenewal | Mobile units are priced by risk level; a plan review packet and approved commissary/servicing area are required. |