Seattle food truck permits: checklist & costs
What a food truck needs to operate in Seattle, WA — the approvals, who issues them, typical fees and how often they renew.
Estimated first-year permitting
$1,284–$2,387
Permit checklist
1. Plan Review
Public Health — Seattle & King County · $444.00 · renews every year
2. Annual Health Permit
Public Health — Seattle & King County · $350.00 · renews every year
3. Fire Permit
Seattle Fire Department · $490.00 · renews every year
Things to know in Seattle
- · Published: $444-$888 plan review + $350-$1,009 annual health permit + $490 fire.
- · Where you land in each band depends on your unit and menu.
Costs are planning ranges compiled from published fee schedules — not quotes. Fees, categories and timelines change, so verify locally with the issuing agency before you budget or apply.
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