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
Please review the Farmers Market: Operational Permit Application (PDF) to better understand the application requirements.
To apply for a permit, follow the steps below:
- Visit Login | Austin Public Health | My Health Department.
- Create an account online and log-in using your account information.
- Click Special Permitting Food Applications -> Farmers Market: Operational Permit Application.
- Click Submit a New Farmers Market: Operational Permit Application.
Follow the built-in instructions to fill out the application form (*required fields have red asterisk).
Sign the document to acknowledge that the information is true and correct.
Upload any pertinent files.
Save draft (and edit later if needed).
Click Submit.
From the dashboard, click Past Submissions to view and edit the application, attach new files or add messages.
Once approved, the owner will receive a physical permit and permission to operate a temporary food booth. This approval is required to complete the permitting process.
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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