Piedmont Municipal Code Div. 13.03 Sidewalk Vendor Permit Requirements

No sidewalk vendor may undertake sidewalk vending within the city without first obtaining a vending permit issued by the department. Sidewalk vendors must comply with the terms and conditions set forth in the vending permit.

A. To obtain or to renew a vending permit, a sidewalk vendor must provide the following as part of the application:

1. Valid identification, such as a State of California driver’s license or identification number, an individual taxpayer identification number, or a municipal identification number, or any other government-issued identification card.
2. The name, address and telephone number of the sidewalk vendor.
3. Proposed hours and days of operation.
4. Whether the sidewalk vendor intends to operate a stationary vending cart or a roaming vending cart.
5. Proposed location of operation.
   a. An application for placement of a stationary vending cart in a commercial or industrial area of the city must contain the proposed location, marked by major cross streets, and a photo or sketch of such location. b. An application for a roaming vending cart in a residential area of the city must contain a sketch or description of the route the sidewalk vendor will travel. c. If a cart will be used, a description of the cart including dimensions.
6. The type of merchandise or food offered for sale or exchange.
7. Proof of a valid Piedmont business tax certificate.
8. The application or renewal fee.
9. A valid state seller’s permit and any additional licenses from state or local agencies to the extent required by law.
10. A County Health Permit for food-related vending, if applicable.
11. Submission of an application for a LiveScan.
12. A declaration that the information provided to the city is true and correct.
13. Any other information as may be required by the Police Chief.

B. Vending permits will expire one year after the date of issuance.

C. Vending permits are not transferable.

D. In accordance with Government Code section 51038(c)(4), identification numbers, including social security numbers, will be confidential and will not be disclosed.

E. The Department may require inspection of the cart as a condition of permit issuance.

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