BCC Work Session Food Trucks

Zoning Division

April 22, 2014

Background February 2014 - BCC directed staff to review status of Food Truck regulations, and report back.Portable Food Vendors first addressed in 2004Small vendors (e.g. hot dog carts) permitted in C-1 under canopy/roof line Larger trailers/trucks in C-1 by Special Exception and by-right in C-2, C-3, Industrial

Current Regulation Overview

Food trucks are allowed under the portable food vendor regulations. Per Section 38-79(87), the following apply:No overnight stayNot allowed in right-of-way and setback 10’No signageNot allowed in parking or drive islesNot allowed on vacant property

Concerns/Issues

Staff looking into following concerns:Overnight stay/hours of operationSign requirementsMultiple food trucks Outdoor entertainment

Other Jurisdiction

City of Orlando Permitted one (1) day per week Special Event Zones (e.g. Regional Shopping Center) Permanent Food Truck Locations – only allowed in intensive

commercial district

Potential Amendments

Limit hours of operation to 7am – MidnightNo outdoor seatingNo overnight stay, unless outside of public view and allowed per zoning districtOnly allow signage on vendor vehicleSpecial exception for multiple vendorsLimited days per week

Next Steps

Prepare draft amendmentsStakeholdersLPA Work session / Public HearingTwo (2) BCC hearings

BCC Work Session Food Trucks

Zoning Division

April 22, 2014