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1. Do I need a license to sell food at a farmer’s market?

While some foods may be sold without a license, most foods requiring preparation or refrigeration do require the vendor to hold a Retail Food Establishment License.

2. Is my Temporary Event Retail Food Establishment License valid at farmers markets?

A “Temporary Event” is defined as a single community event or celebration that operates for a period of time of not more than fourteen (14) consecutive days and may include town celebrations, fairs, and festivals. Farmers markets are specifically excluded. Therefore, a Temporary Event Retail Food Establishment License is not valid at a farmers market.

3. Is my Food License issued by the City and County of Denver valid in Tri-County Health Department’s jurisdiction?

A License issued by the City and County of Denver is valid only in the City and County of Denver. A State of Colorado Retail Food Establishment Mobile License is valid anywhere in the State of Colorado except in the City and County of Denver.

4. Do I need a license to roast and sell chilies?

Chili roasting operations are required to have a Retail Food Establishment License. The chilies must be washed in potable water at a commissary, and a handwashing facility must be available at the site where the chilies are roasted and sold. Contact your local Tri-County Environmental Health office for details.