Mobile Food Vending

The City is committed to supporting safe, fair, and lawful business practices for all mobile vendors operating in Fremont, including food trucks, ice cream trucks, and sidewalk vendors. Recent changes in state law-aimed at supporting entrepreneurship and reducing excessive penalties-have led to an increase in unpermitted mobile vendors throughout the region, including Fremont. This rise has created challenges in the community, including unsafe food handling practices, fire safety concerns, blocked sidewalks, and improper disposal of cooking oil and grease.

To help address these challenges and support vendors in operating legally and safely in Fremont, the City has launched a new webpage. This resource includes detailed information about mobile vending, including a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs). It explains the rules and responsibilities for mobile vending in Fremont, helps vendors understand and comply with state and local regulations, provides guidance for community members on reporting concerns, and outlines the City's approach to addressing mobile vending challenges.