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1. What is a Temporary Event?

A Temporary Event means a single community event or celebration that operates for no more than 14 consecutive days.  A Temporary Event is not a regularly scheduled series of events such as flea markets or farmer’s markets. 

2. Do I need to get a permit for my Temporary Event?

Most likely yes.  Please contact the Environmental health team at  303-232-6301 to determine if your event will need a permit or not. 

3. When should temporary event applications be submitted?

The application needs to be submitted 30 days before your event.

4. Do I need a license to serve food at a Temporary Event?

Usually yes, but it depends on your operation.  It is recommended that you contact our office for licensing requirements. 

5. When should temporary vendor applications be submitted?

The application for vendors needs to be submitted 14 days prior to your first event.

6. How long is my temporary food vendor license good for?

Your license is valid for the calendar year it was purchased in, expiring on December 31.

7. Is my Mobile Unit License good for use at a Temporary Event?

Yes, if you have a Colorado Retail Food License for Mobile Units. Licenses issued from the City and County of Denver are not valid in the rest of Colorado. 

8. Can I use my Retail Food Establishment License at a Temporary Event?

No, your license for your Retail Food Establishment is only good at the physical location of the restaurant. 

9. Is my Temporary Vendor license that was issued in another county valid in Jefferson County?

No. Jefferson County has its own fee structure for Temporary Vendors.

10. How do I get a Temporary Vendor license?

You can apply for a license by submitting the Temporary Vendor License application. You can also contact [email protected] with any questions you may have about the process. 

11. What is a commissary and why do I need one?

A commissary is a facility approved by the health department as a base of operations for a temporary food vendor where food, containers, and supplies are kept, handled, prepared, packaged or stored, and where fresh water is replaced, and waste water is disposed of. Most commissaries are licensed fixed restaurants used by agreement between management of the restaurant and the mobile food operator.  A Commissary Agreement must be completed and submitted for licensing.