Mobile Food Vendor and Transient Merchant License Application Last updated 06/15/2026

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Fees

License Fee Description Exemptions
$26.00
Up to five 30-day extensions @ $26.00 per extension are allowed for a total extension period of 180 days
$31.00
The City shall reduce the otherwise applicable license fee by 50% if a vendor certifies it shall provide at its licensed activity at least two healthy food options.
$155.00
None

Description

This application is required for all Mobile Food Vendors (vendors of food or drink) and Transient Merchants (vendors of goods) operating within the City of The Dalles.

Who must apply: Vendors and merchants engaging in temporary or transient sales open to the public.

Exceptions include: Approved food cart pods, youth under the age of 16 operating bake or lemonade stands, distribution of free informational items, and limited special events.

Duration

Varies - See application

Renewal Information

None

Duplicate License Requirements

None

Processing Time

Processing Time Description
2-3 Weeks

Prerequisites and Requirements

Prerequisites

None

Required Documentation

Must complete a Site Plan for the subject property.

Examination Information

None

Continuing Education Requirements

None

Bonding Requirements

None

Insurance Requirements

None

Additional Information

Other Information

None

Statutes, Administrative Rules, Ordinances

Other Detail Information

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