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In plain English

This ordinance updates definitions and regulations for mobile food facilities and related permits to align with California law, including new categories like compact mobile food operations and mobile support units. It also establishes fees for certain permits while waiving fees for compact mobile food operations and expands the Department of Public Works' authority to regulate these vendors.

Ordinance amending the Health and Business and Tax Regulations Codes to revise the definition of a mobile food facility permit, add definitions for compact mobile food operations, mobile support unit, and permitted auxiliary conveyance permits to reflect recent amendments to the California Retail Food Code, revise existing definitions of various other terms to reflect State law definitions in that Code, and expand the definition of stadium concession to include food facilities in stadiums with a seating capacity of 5,000 or more; establish annual permit and plan check fees for auxiliary conveyance, compact mobile food operation, and mobile support unit permits; and waive license and permit fees for compact mobile food operations; amending the Public Works Code to include a definition for compact mobile food operations and to expand the Department of Public Works’ street vending authority to include regulation of compact mobile food operations, and to require that Department to consult with the Department of Public Health and the Fire Department when issuing rules and regulations that regulate street vendors.

Introduced: Sep 30, 2025
Final action: Apr 10, 2026
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How it got here

The legislation originated from the need to align San Francisco's food vendor regulations with recent state amendments to the California Retail Food Code.

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Proposed Ordinance SubmissionSeptember 22, 2025
San Francisco Department of Public Health

The Department of Public Health submitted a proposed ordinance to amend the Health and Business and Tax Regulations Codes to revise definitions related to mobile food facilities and establish new permit fees.

DPH Cover Letter 092225
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California Retail Food Code AmendmentsJanuary 1, 2023
California Legislature

Amendments to the California Retail Food Code were enacted, formally recognizing Compact Mobile Food Operations (CMFOs) as a distinct category of food facility.

DPH Presentation 020426
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Public HearingFebruary 4, 2026
Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee held a public hearing to discuss the proposed ordinance, allowing stakeholders to express their support and concerns regarding the legislation.

Noticing Documents
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Amendments AdoptedFebruary 4, 2026
Budget and Finance Committee

The committee adopted amendments to the ordinance, including waiving all permit and license fees for CMFOs and clarifying definitions and fee structures.

Leg Dig Ver1
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First Reading PassedMarch 24, 2026
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors passed the ordinance on first reading, moving it closer to final approval.

Action History
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Final PassageApril 7, 2026
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance, officially updating the regulations for mobile food facilities in San Francisco.

Action History
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Ordinance ApprovedApril 10, 2026
Mayor

The Mayor approved the ordinance, completing the legislative process and allowing the new regulations to take effect.

Action History

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Leg Dig Ver1
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Department of Public Health
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Leg Dig Ver2
Official legislation text
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How they voted

RECOMMENDED
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Mar 18, 2026Pass
3-0 /1
CONTINUED
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Mar 11, 2026Pass
3-0
CONTINUED
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Mar 4, 2026Pass
2-0 /1
CONTINUED
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Feb 25, 2026Pass
3-0
CONTINUED
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Feb 11, 2026Pass
3-0
AMENDED, AN AMENDMENT OF THE WHOLE BEARING NEW TITLE
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Feb 4, 2026Pass
3-0
CONTINUED AS AMENDED
Budget and Finance Committee Β· Feb 4, 2026Pass
3-0

Legislative journey

Clerk of the BoardSep 22, 2025
Β·RECEIVED FROM DEPARTMENT
PresidentSep 30, 2025
β†’ASSIGNED UNDER 30 DAY RULE
Clerk of the BoardJan 25, 2026 – Feb 1, 2026
Β·NOTICED
Β·NOTICED
Budget and Finance CommitteeFeb 4, 2026 – Mar 18, 2026
β†·CONTINUED AS AMENDEDPass
✎AMENDED, AN AMENDMENT OF THE WHOLE BEARING NEW TITLEPass
β†·CONTINUEDPass
β†·CONTINUEDPass
β†·CONTINUEDPass
β†·CONTINUEDPass
Β·DUPLICATED
βœ“RECOMMENDEDPass
Board of SupervisorsMar 24, 2026 – Apr 7, 2026
βœ“PASSED ON FIRST READINGPass
βœ“FINALLY PASSEDPass
MayorApr 10, 2026
βœ“APPROVED