Fire, Permits and Expiations
Fire Danger Season Dates
Please refer to the CFS website for the "Mid North" fire ban district fire danger season dates.
In the event that a Total Fire Ban is declared outside of the fire danger season, a map of the affected fire ban districts will be displayed on the CFS website.
You can contact the CFS Bushfire Information Hotline: 1300 362 361
Available only from 1 March to 30 April (subject to change)
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A mobile food vending vehicle may be a van or a truck. Stalls and marquees are not considered as mobile. Food Vendors must be self-sufficient and generally do not require external power or water connections.
Mobile Food Vending Permits
A mobile food vending business requires a permit under Section 222 of the Local Government Act 1999 to operate a business on a public road in the Council area. Permits are open all-year-round and can be applied for at any time.
Before applying for a Mobile Food Vending Permit, read:
- Mobile Food Vendor - Location Rules Policy
- Mobile Food Vending Permit Application Form
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Fees and Charges (inc. GST)
| Daily Permit | $27.50 |
|---|---|
| Monthly Permit | $154.00 |
| Annual Permit | $1,496.00 |
How to Apply
Complete the Available Permit Application Form and upload to Contact Us along with the following documentation at least 5 days prior to the event:
- Public Liability Certificate of Currency for the amount of $20 million.
- Copy of your Food Business Notification with the local Council where your vehicle is housed, or where the majority of the food preparation and food handling is occurring.
- If participating in a Community Event, provision of written approval from event organiser.
Once your application has been assessed, a Council Officer will make contact with you to organise payment of the relevant fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are permits valid for?
Permits are valid for optional durations from 1 day to 12-month periods. Turnaround time for a permit to be issued will be a minimum of five working days. Permits will be valid from the date of issue.
Does the permit cover more than one Mobile Food Vending vehicle/setup?
No. A separate permit will be required for each mobile food vending vehicle.
Do I need the permit to trade as part of an event?
The Mobile Food Vending permit is only applicable for on-street trading. Trading as part of an event can be coordinated directly with event organisers.
Where can I park my towing vehicle?
Any towing vehicle must not to be parked next to the trading van/truck, and must comply with the SA Australian Road Rules, or as directed by Council Authorised Officers.
What health guidelines do Mobile Food Vendors have to follow?
Permit holders are required to comply with all health and food safety aspects of their entire operation as contained in the Food Act 2001, Food Safety Standards 3.2.2 and Food Safety Standards 3.2.3. Council Environmental Health Officers conduct regular and random inspections.
What happens if Mobile Food Vendors do not comply with the guidelines?
A Mobile Food Vending Permit may be cancelled or amended if the permit holder fails to comply with the permit conditions outlined in the guidelines.
What other opportunities are there, other than the Mobile Food Vending permit?
Trading can still occur as a temporary food stall at events or markets as arranged directly with the event or market organisers.
Do I need to carry my Food Safety Passport in my Mobile Food Van?
Yes. The passport provides a ready reference for all of your food safety or permit information, copies of previous inspection reports with suggestions for improvement or recommendations for food safety and hygiene and allows for inspections in the future.
For further information or to apply, Contact Us.
Anyone who intends to sell or supply liquor must apply for a licence. To find out if you need a short-term liquor licence, what you will need, application fees and lodgement timeframes visit sa.gov.au.
To apply, Contact Us.
Potential unlawful activity and local nuisance activities may come to the attention of the Council through public enquiries or complaints, or through Council officer patrols and inspections. The Council has discretion on acting with respect to any unlawful activity and will do so in accordance with the Acts of Parliament and Council's Enforcement Policy. Where permitted by the relevant legislation Council may issue an expiation notice. Expiation notice fees must be paid in full to Council or you may enter into a payment arrangement to spread your payment out over a longer period with the Fines Enforcement Recovery Unit. This information and contact details is on the expiation notice.
For more information, or to enquire about an expiation notice, Contact Us.
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