Farmers Markets
This program ensures that proper food safety practices are followed at farmers market events where food or beverages are served.
- How to Apply for a Permit
To apply for a permit, follow the steps below. This approval is required to complete the permitting process.
- Visit Login | Austin Public Health | My Health Department.
- Create an account online.
- Choose a Farmers Market Application.
- Submit the required information and pay the fee.
- Once approved, the owner will receive a physical permit and permission to operate a temporary food booth.
A printable copy of the application is available here: Farmers Market: Operational Permit Application.
If you have trouble navigating the online portal, please visit our office at 1520 Rutherford Ln, Bldg. 1 Ste 205, Austin, TX 78754. Our staff will help you to submit your application online.
- Permit Fees
Permit Fees for Farmers Markets in the City of Austin and Inter-Local Municipalities:
Permit Fee Type Permitting Fee Class A $100 Class B $100 Permit Fees for Farmers Markets in Unincorporated Travis County:
Permit Fee Type Permitting Fee Class A n/a Class B n/a To view the full fee schedule for all permits, visit Permit Fee Schedule | Austin Public Health | AustinTexas.gov.
- Variance Review / HACCP Request
Use this application to request a variance, allowing your establishment to deviate from the approved standards, and/or submit a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan showing how you will mitigate risks to food safety.
- Central Preparation Facility Contract and Certification
This document is completed by the owner or responsible party on file of the Central Preparation Facility (CPF).
- Central Preparation Facility Contract
- Central Preparation Facility Certification (for facilities outside of Austin/Travis County)
Resources for Vendors
- Guides
- How to Start a Farmers Market Business: Find pertinent information on starting a business at a farmers market.
- How to Set Up a Farmers Market Booth: Find complete information on setting up your vendor booth at a farmers market.
- Food Manager/Food Handler Requirements: Learn about the training and certification requirements for food enterprise personnel.
- Waste: Learn about waste and how to do your part to reduce it.
- Food Donation Facts: Learn the facts about food donations.
- Food Donation Guide: View the guidelines about donating food.
- Cottage Food Industry: View guidance for food preparation operated out of homes.
- Laws and Policies
- Austin City Code: Food Code (Chapter 10-3)
- Austin City Code: Certified Farmers Market Vendors (Chapter 10-3-97)
- Austin City Code: Smoking in Public Places (Chapter 10-6)
- Austin City Code: Dogs Permitted in Outdoor Dining Areas (Ordinance No. 20151008-011)
- County Regulations: Chapter 247, Travis County Food Establishment Permits'
- Frequently Asked Questions
General FAQs: View frequently asked questions about farmers market booth operations.
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To help us better serve our customers, please provide feedback through the online survey below. To address a concern or request a second opinion regarding an inspection result or complaint, contact us at 512-978-0300 between 7:45 am to 4:45 pm Monday - Friday.
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