West Palm Beach, FL Food Truck
Permit Guide 2026
Get your Included in DBPR MFDV license (state preempts local health permitting) (Included in DBPR MFDV license (state preempts local health permitting)), business license, commissary agreement & fire inspection in West Palm Beach — complete 2026 guide.
West Palm Beach Food Truck Permit Requirements
Key permits every food truck operator needs before hitting the streets in West Palm Beach.
Health Permit
Included in DBPR MFDV license (state preempts local health permitting)
Issued by: Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Hotels and Restaurants
Annual fee: Included in DBPR MFDV license (state preempts local health permitting)
Business License
$100-$150
Required before any commercial food truck operation. Issued by the city clerk or revenue department.
Fire Safety
N/A
Covers suppression system, extinguisher certification, and equipment placement. Annual renewal required.
Getting Permitted in West Palm Beach: Step-by-Step
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Register your business
Form an LLC or sole proprietorship with FL and obtain your EIN from the IRS. This is required before applying for any permits.
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Secure a licensed commissary kitchen
Florida law requires mobile food dispensing vehicles to operate from an approved commissary for food prep, storage, and cleaning. Commissary must be licensed by DBPR. You'll need a signed commissary agreement before the health department will approve your application.
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Apply for your health permit
Submit your application to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Hotels and Restaurants with your commissary agreement, equipment list, and menu. Schedule your pre-opening inspection.
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Pass your fire inspection
Schedule a N/A inspection. Ensure your suppression system is serviced, extinguisher is current, and propane connections are compliant.
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Obtain your business license
Apply for your $100-$150 through the city's business licensing office. Some cities require this before the health permit application.
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Get insured
Most West Palm Beach venues and events require proof of general liability insurance ($1M minimum). Commercial auto coverage is also required to operate legally.
Included in DBPR MFDV license (state preempts local health permitting)
Health Permit
$100-$150
Business License
N/A
Fire Inspection
$250-$500/mo
Commissary/mo
Commissary Kitchen Requirement in West Palm Beach
Most states and cities require food trucks to operate out of a licensed commissary kitchen. Here's what West Palm Beach operators need to know.
West Palm Beach Commissary Requirement
Florida law requires mobile food dispensing vehicles to operate from an approved commissary for food prep, storage, and cleaning. Commissary must be licensed by DBPR. A commissary provides licensed prep space, sanitary storage, and wastewater disposal — all required by health codes before your permit is issued.
What You'll Need
- ✓ Signed commissary agreement
- ✓ Health dept-approved kitchen
- ✓ Dedicated storage space
- ✓ Wastewater dump access
Typical Costs
$250-$500/mo
per month (West Palm Beach area)
Shared prep, storage, and dump station included at most facilities.
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