This permit is for food service at approved Special Events:

• All food vendors must submit a permit application 
• APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED TEN (10) BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE THE SPECIAL EVENT 
• Permit is good for a period not to exceed 14 consecutive days 
• The only EXCEPTIONS are for private events and cottage food vendors

Temporary Event Food Permit Fee

• $50 - Temporary Event Food Permit Fee at City-Sponsored and Non-City-Sponsored Events
• Exempt from fee:
  • Nonprofit charitable events with proof of 501(c)(3) status 
  • Establishments with an annual City of Richardson Health Permit

HELPFUL LINKS:

Temporary Event Information Brochure  (pdf)

Guidelines for Safe Food Handling (pdf)