If a swap meet has table top food vendors, the person or organization responsible for the swap meet is required to obtain a Swap Meet Organizer Permit. In addition, each food vendor is required to obtain their own table top food stand permit.
Swap Meet Organizers
If a swap meet has table top food vendors, the person or organization responsible for the swap meet is required to obtain a Swap Meet Organizer Permit. The following documents must be submitted at least two weeks prior to operating, and upon renewing the annual organizer permit:
Application to Operate a Food Facility at a Swap Meet
Participating Food Vendors for Swap Meet
Site Plan which includes the following:
- Locations of table top food vendors
- Maximum number of vendor spaces
- Restroom locations
- Refuse container locations
- Potable water supply faucets
- Waste water disposal facilities
Table Top Food Vendors
Food vending operations at a swap meet can consist of whole, uncut produce or packaged nonperishable foods that are properly labeled. Once a Table Top Food Stand Permit is obtained, you can operate at any swap meet in Riverside County with the approval of the swap meet organizer. To obtain a Table Top Food Stand Permit the following documents must be submitted:
Application to Operate a Food Facility at a Swap Meet
Swap Meet Operational Procedures