Permit Application for Mobile Food Truck

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1 Date Received / / Office Use Only By: Date Approved / / By: Comp # Element Type: Entered By: Annual Permit Fee: Check #: Receipt #: AMANDA #: Permit Application for Mobile Food Truck NOTE: This application must be filled out completely. Application for a permit to operate does not guarantee that a permit will be granted. Application approval is based upon compliance of the Mobile Food Unit (MFU) with state and local health requirements. Mobile Vendor Business Name Mobile Vendor Owner Mobile Vendor Responsible Party Phone Phone Residence Address City State Zip Code address Hours of operation: Type of Permit: ( ) Annual ( ) Temporary Date and Location of Event (Temporary Permit Only): Type of Vehicle: ( ) Truck (Specify) Make Model Year Color Drivers License # State License Plate # State VIN#: Name of Commissary Address City State Zip Code Phone Owner/Manager s Name LP-gas: q Yes q No NOTE: The MFU must be inspected to be eligible to receive a permit. The permit is valid for only MFUs and no external appurtenances such as a tent or stage. The permit expiration date is indicated on the permit. The permit fees are as follows: Fee Schedule: Annual Permit (valid for one year) $450 Temporary Permit (valid for single event) - $140 + $5 per day Annual Fire Department Safety Inspection (LP-gas only) $50 Re-inspection $150 A MOBILE FOOD TRUCK CANNOT OPERATE IN THE CITY OF ARLINGTON UNLESS THE FOLLOWING THREE CONDITIONS ARE SATISFIED: 1. The MFU has a valid Mobile Food Truck Permit issued by the City and complies with all applicable laws and regulations; 2. The MFU is operated on City property or a Major Sports Complex. Food trucks cannot park on City right-of-way unless closed with approval of the Arlington Police Department; and 3. The MFU is operated in association with a Special Event with the permission of the Special Event organizer. I attest that the information provided above is true and accurate. I agree to comply with the City of Arlington Health Code and understand that failure to do so may result in suspension or revocation of the permit. I further understand that the permit is granted to the above listed owner(s) and is not transferable and that these fees are non-refundable. Signature of Applicant Date

2 Required Documents Checklist Vendor Staff Proof of Texas sales and use tax permit Copy of Current Driver s License and Vehicle Insurance and Registration Mobile Food Unit Physical Inspection Checklist Mobile Food Vendor Responsibilities Notary Statement and Commissary Responsibilities Certification in Jurisdiction of Commissary Arlington Fire Department Inspection Report When your MFU meets all of the requirements, bring the mobile unit to 101 West Abram Street, in order to have the vehicle inspected. Inspections are conducted Tuesday and Thursday morning between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. If the unit passes inspection, a permit will be issued. If the unit does not meet the requirements, an additional inspection must be made and a re-inspection fee will be assessed.

3 Mobile Food Unit Physical Inspection Checklist q License Plate - Present and current q State Inspection - Present and current q Wastewater Capacities Wastewater tank must be sized with a minimum capacity of 15% larger than potable water tank s capacity q Water Tank Security All tanks must be permanently mounted to unit q Wastewater Tank Clean-out Valve Clean-out valve must be located on the exterior of unit; diameter of clean out must be 1 in diameter or larger and may not be the same size as clean water fill up valve; clean-out valve must be located at height below clean water fill up valve q Clean Water Tank Fill Valve Fill valve must be located on exterior of unit; fill valve must be located at height above waste water clean-out valve; fill valve may not be the same size as waste water clean-out valve q Hand Washing Sink Hand wash sink with soap and towels present and available for convenient use q Ware Wash Sink 3-compartment wash sink present; fill faucet able to reach all compartment for filling; compartments capable of holding water; compartments must be large enough to fully submerge all food contact wares requiring washing q Splash Guard A splash guard may be required between hand sink and ware washing sink to prevent possible contamination q Hot Water Heater Water heating device present and secured in unit q Light Shields All lighting must have protective covers or shields in place to prevent contamination from possible breakage q Cold Hold Unit Mechanical cooler/refrigerator present in unit; it is highly recommended that unit is equipped with commercial refrigeration unit; residential refrigeration units often lack the capability to maintain food items at appropriate temperature in the MFU operating environment q Cleanable Surfaces All interior surfaces must be constructed of smooth, durable, easily cleanable, non-absorbent materials q Physical Condition No conditions present which may pose a risk to food or personal safety i.e. floors, walls, ceilings, etc q Personal Hygiene Clean outer clothing, hair restraints, smoking and drinking prohibited q Other Operations Cleaning supplies properly stores, trash and refuse, itinerary, food handler cards *This checklist is solely intended to provide guidance in adherence to the Texas Food Establishment Rules and City of Arlington ordinances. This guidance is not all inclusive of the rules and regulations pertaining to MFUs.

4 Mobile Food Vendor Responsibilities 1. NO HOME PREPARED FOOD MAY BE SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. 2. THE USE OF EXTERNAL FOOD PREPARATION AND STORAGE EQUIPMENT IS NOT ALLOWED. All equipment must be contained within or on the MFU and must be properly enclosed. 3. COMMISSARY USE: Report to your Commissary to service your MFU. Food and supplies should be stored here as well. The Commissary Log Sheet will be maintained at the facility and be presented annually for permit renewal. 4. REFRIGERATION AND HEATING: You must have adequate hot and cold food storage facilities to maintain food products at the required temperatures. Hot foods must be held at 135 degrees F or above. Cold foods must be stored at 41 degrees F or below. 5. THERMOMETER: Metal stem dial thermometers with a range of -40 degrees F to 400 degrees F must be provided on MFUs on which food is prepared in order to monitor food temperatures. Locate additional thermometers in all refrigeration units. 6. LABELING: All prepackage foods must have complete and proper labels. 8. WATER/UTILITIES: All MFU that are required to have water supplies must have properly designed waste water holding tanks of a 15% greater capacity than the hot and cold water supply. The holding tank must be permanently installed in the unit and equipped with a drain valve to empty the tank on the outside of the vehicle. Leaking wastewater tanks may result in permit suspension. At no time during operation is the mobile unit to be attached to a water hose or any other permanent water supply. Also, permanent utilities (i.e. gas, electrical) may not be attached to the MFU at any time. 9. HOT AND COLD WATER: If the MFU operation requires hot and cold water, it must be supplied and working at all times during operation. Failure to comply may result in permit suspension. 10. HANDWASHING: Soap and single use paper towels must be supplied to the hand sink at all times. 11. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER / FOOD HANDLER: MFUs are required to have at least (1) one State of Texas food manager certificate and all other employees registered as food handlers within 30 days of employment. 7. MOBILITY: The health authority may prohibit alteration, removal, attachments, placement or change in, under, or upon the MFU establishment that would prevent or otherwise reduce ready mobility. I have read and understand the items of responsibility listed above, and I agree to comply with all of the requirements. Signature of Mobile Food Unit Owner/Operator Date

5 Notary Statement and Commissary Responsibilities These documents are used to state that the MFU uses the facility as its base of operation. This statement should also indicate that the central preparation facility has the proper wastewater capabilities for the type of food the MFU will be preparing. 1. All MFUs must be stored at a Commissary. 2. The Commissary must furnish written approval to the owner of the MFU at the time of the MFUs initial permitting and permit renewal. 3. The Commissary must allow the MFU owner to bring the MFU to the establishment for servicing as needed. 4. Grease Trap/Interceptor (Arlington): Yes No Industrial Waste Permit # (if applicable) 5. The Commissary must allow all food storage. 6. The Commissary must allow all food held overnight to be stored at their location. 8. Health Services as a Food Manufacturer if the establishment does either of the following: a. Prepare and package products sold by the MFU. b. Prepare the product for the MFU, even if the vendor actually labels the products. 9. Food Product labels must contain the following information: a. Name and address of manufacturer. b. The common name of the product. c. A list of all the ingredients in the product from the most prevalent to the least prevalent. d. The net weight of the product. 7. The Commissary must store all equipment and supplies of the MFU. I have read and understand the items of Commissary Owner or Responsible Party (Print) responsibility listed above and agree to comply with all of the requirements. I give permission to to use my establishment, Mobile Food Vending Unit owner/operator located at Name of Commissary Establishment Address of Commissary Establishment as a central preparation facility for the mobile food vending unit. Signature of Commissary Owner or Responsible Party Date Phone Number:

6 STATE OF TEXAS ) ) COUNTY OF TARRANT ) Before me on this day, personally appeared, owner or (Individual s name) responsible party of, known to me (or proven to me) to be the (Name of Commissary) person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing Sworn Statement of Commissary Use (City of Arlington only) and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same. Notary Public, State of Texas NOTARY SEAL (ink stamp only) My Commission Expires:, 20 Certification in Jurisdiction of Commissary MFUs are required to document on a log sheet the dates and times that service visits are conducted to the approved Commissary. This includes re-stocking the MFU, obtaining fresh water and discarding waste water. This log sheet shall be maintained at the Commissary and be presented to any health official upon request and during permit renewal. If using an approved liquid waste hauler, copies of trip tickets will be required to be presented during routine inspections and at permit renewal. A sample log sheet has been provided. This item is NOT required during the initial permitting process. If the Commissary is located outside of the jurisdiction of the City of Arlington, the Health Authority in that jurisdiction must complete the following certification: Name of Food Establishment I certify that the above establishment is currently approved to operate as a food establishment under my jurisdiction. Signature of Health Officer/Authority Permit Number Jurisdiction Phone Number

7 Arlington Fire Department Inspection Report An Arlington Fire Department inspection must be conducted and passed. All MFUs require an inspection by the Fire Department; however, only those utilizing LP-gas for commercial cooking will be assessed a Fire Department Safety Inspection fee. A Fire Department official will be available at the same location that Health Department inspections will be conducted; however, you must schedule the inspection by calling q An Operational Permit is required for a MFU using any amount of LP-gas for commercial cooking. Any other MFU at the same property address will be required to have their own individual permit. q An approved inspection sticker valid for 12 months must be displayed on all LP-gas appliances (Stoves, Fryers, etc.) indicating that a licensed LP-gas company has inspected the equipment, excluding LP Gas cylinders. Present a valid receipt for gas inspection. q All LP-gas containers shall be limited to 60 pounds gas capacity. Two 30-lb containers may be manifold when equipment is approved in advance. When the project requires a greater amount of LP-gas for a specific appliance, a 100-pound cylinder may be used when approved in advance. q No Smoking signs approved by the Fire Marshal shall be visible near propane containers. q A Type K portable extinguisher shall be carried in the MFU when deep-fry cooking involves vegetable oils or animal oils. All fire extinguishers shall have current annual inspection date tags. q An approved ventilation system shall be installed over cooking equipment. Hoods shall be operated at the required rate of air movement. Classified grease filters shall be in place and cleaned as needed. q The operator of an MFU that uses any amount of LP-gas to prepare food shall not operate such unit within 60 feet of another MFU, except at festivals or events approved by the Fire Marshal. q All LP-gas containers (empty or full) shall be secured in an upright position in such a manner as not to fall over. All MFUs shall be positioned in a manner that will reduce the exposure of the LP-gas cylinder to vehicle impact. Do not park MFUs with LP-gas cylinders facing oncoming traffic. Always utilize available protection for LP-gas cylinders such as fences or barricades. COMMENTS:

8 Mobile Food Truck Frequently Asked Questions Can I set up my food truck in Arlington? On February 19, 2013, the City Council adopted a new common business practice in response to a community interest to offer more food choices while also protecting the viability of existing restaurants. The City currently allows mobile food catering trucks or hot trucks to operate citywide, however, prohibits them from being stationary for more than thirty minutes. The pilot program would allow permitted mobile food trucks to remain stationary for the event and require an invitation by the special event organizer. The City would also have the flexibility to allow them to operate on City owned property in association with a sponsored event. Where can I set up my food truck for business? Approval is based upon compliance of the Mobile Food Unit (MFU) with state and local health requirements. A food truck cannot operate in the City of Arlington unless the following three conditions are satisfied: 1. The MFU has a valid Mobile Food Truck Permit issued by the City and complies with all applicable laws and regulations; 2. The MFU is operated on City property or a Major Sports Complex. Food trucks cannot park on City right-of-way unless closed with approval of the Arlington Police Department; and 3. The MFU is operated in association with a Special Event with the permission of the Special Event organizer. Can I set up my food truck for catering at a private party on private residential property? Not under the current ordinance. How do I acquire a permit to operate my food truck in Arlington? The three-step process involves the following: 1. Visit to download the Mobile Food Truck Permit Application or visit the One Start Development Center on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 101 W. Abram Street and ask for the Mobile Food Truck Permit Application. 2. When your MFU meets all of the requirements, bring the mobile unit to 101 West Abram Street, in order to have the vehicle inspected. Inspections are conducted Tuesday and Thursday morning between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. If the unit passes inspection, a permit will be issued. If the unit does not meet the requirements, an additional inspection must be made and a re-inspection fee will be assessed. A temporary permit may be issued the day of the event with advance notice. 3. Set up for business in accordance with conditions outlined in the permit application. What is the Mobile Food Truck Permit Application fee? Annual Permit (valid for one year)...$450 Temporary Permit (valid for single event)....$140 + $5 per day Annual Fire Department Safety Inspection (LP-gas only)...$50 Re-inspection...$150 Where do I send my concerns about potential unsanitary conditions of a food truck? Contact the Community Development and Planning Department,