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A Mobile Food Unit is a food and beverage service establishment that is a vehicle mounted unit, either:
1. motorized or trailered, operating no more than 21 days annually at any one place, or operating more than 21 days annually at any one place with the approval of the regulatory authority as defined in Minnesota Rules, part 4626.0020, subpart 70; or
2. operated in conjunction with a permanent business licensed under this chapter or chapter 28A at the site of the permanent business by the same individual or company, and readily movable, without disassembling, for transport to another location.
Edina Mobile Food Unit (MFU) Regulations
MFUs may operate only as an accessory use to a Taproom, Winery, Distillery, or Cocktail room in an industrial district. Or, in conjunction with an event with prior approval from the City.
MFUs must obtain a license from the City of Edina Health Division prior to operation. This process may include plan review of new MFUs if not completed by another Health Department.
MFUs must pass an annual fire safety inspection by the Edina Fire Department (EFD) and comply with EFD requirements provided in this application.
MFU must meet Department of Transportation regulations to operate or park on public ways.
Legal Business Name*
Trade Name (DBA)*
Contact Person*
Address*
Phone Number*
Email Address*
Licensed Commissary Name
Address
Location of Operation*
Dates and Times of Operation*
Provide your Minnesota Tax ID Number. If a Minnesota Tax ID Number is not required, explain why.*
Provide a Federal Tax ID or Social Security Number.*
If applying on behalf of a partnership, corporation, LLC, or association please list the full name and business address of all partners, all officers and directors as well as shareholders with a 10 percent or greater interest in the licensed establishment below.
License Fee: $240
Once you submit this application, it will be reviewed. You will be contacted on how to pay the $240 fee.
Please note this is only an application. It must be approved and the fee paid before you will receive a license.
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Insurance

Insurance Company Name
Please do not provide the name of the insurance agent.
Policy Number
Expiration Date
I am not required to have workers' compensation liability coverage because:
1. I have no employees.
2. I am self-insured (include permit to self-insure below).
3. I have no employees who are covered by the workers' compensation law (these include: Spouse, Parents, Children, and certain farm employees).
Upload a certificate of insurance or permit to self-insure.
I certify that I have provided proof of coverage or I am not required to have workers' compensation liability coverage.*
1. I agree.
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Food Handling Procedures

List all other food licenses or permits currently held by this operation at the time of application. If any of these licenses or permits have been suspended or revoked, provide an explanation. *
List ALL food and beverage items to be served*
Explain where food will be obtained*
How will food be prepared, chilled, and stored prior to the operation? *
Mechanical refrigeration is required for potentially hazardous foods; ice filled coolers are not permitted for food storage. Home kitchens may not be used.
What is the method of transporting food, including type of vehicle and types of electric or insulated food transport containers*
List equipment to be used to maintain food above 135° F and below 41° F. *
Where will food be kept during operation*
Food must be kept a minimum of 6 inches off the floor and protected from contamination.
Describe facilities for washing hands. Include soap and single - use towels at the handwashing sink*
Describe facility for washing utensils. *
All utensils must fit into the sinks used for warewashing. See example below.
Identify and describe the water source for the vehicle*
Describe the method of waste water disposal*
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Food Safety Tips

Use the checklist below to ensure your MFU is in compliance with Edina Fire Department Regulations. An annual Edina Fire Department fire safety inspection is required for all Mobile Food Units license in the City of Edina. Contact the Edina Fire Department at 952-826-0372 with questions.
Edina Fire Department Requirements
1. Cooking equipment shall be listed and approved for commercial applications; residential equipment will not be approved for use. Camping stoves or equivalents shall not be allowed.
2. Turkey fryers are not permitted to be used. Licensed LP gas company has inspected appliances within last 12 months to include Leak test on all LP connections and hoses. (NFPA 58, NFPA 96, MSFC 904)
3. LP cylinder(s) properly secured and do not exceed 100 - pounds total. (NFPA 58)
4. Maintain 10 foot clearance from any structure or other operating mobile food vendor and shall not obstruct or impede egress components of buildings. (NFPA 58)
5. An approved ventilation system shall be installed over cooking equipment. Type I hood(s) required for any grease laden vapor producing or solid fuel burning appliances. (MSFC 904, MSFC 906)
6. Fire suppression installed per manufacture for Type I hood. Type K portable extinguisher readily accessible when frying or cooking food that produces grease-laden vapors (MSFC 904, 906, NFPA 96)
7. All Hoods shall be cleaned regularly and as needed due to cooking volume. Greasy hoods shall be cleaned immediately. (NFPA 96, MSFC 904, NFPA 17A)
8. Any tents, trucks, trailers or other locations deemed unsafe due to code violations or life safety issues will not be allowed to operate until all violations have been corrected. (MSFC Ch. 1)
Food Safety Reminders in Mobile Food Units
Provide a metal stem thermometer to measure cooking and cold holding temperatures. The thermometer should have a range from 0°F to 220°F. Also, provide thermometers in each cooling unit to ensure they are maintained at 41°F or below.
Cook all potentially hazardous foods to an internal temperature of 165°F before serving. Any food held hot for service must be maintained at 135°F or higher.
Wash hands before handling food; after handling raw meat; or after eating, drinking, smoking, or using the toilet. No eating, drinking, or smoking in the Mobile Food Unit.
Protect any food on display from contamination by customers.
Mobile Food Units must cease operation in adverse weather unless the vehicle is equipped with adequate protection.
Call 952-826-0370 with any questions regarding temporary events in the City of Edina.
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Submission

Public Data Notice
THE MINNESOTA DATA PRACTICES ACT requires that we inform you of your rights about the private data we are requesting on this form. Private data is available to you, but not to the public. Your e-mail address is private information. We are requesting this data to issue a mobile food license. You are not legally required to provide the data; however, refusing to supply the data may cause your license application to not be processed. In addition, this data can be shared by Edina City Staff. Your submission of this application indicates you understand these rights. Your residence address and telephone number will be considered public data unless you request this information to be private and provide an alternative address and telephone number. Please choose accept below to indicate that you have read this notice.
By accepting below you also certify that you agree to the above Data Practices Act, that all the information given above is complete and accurate and that you have read and understood the food handling regulations and will post the license on site*
1. I agree.
I request that my residence address and telephone number be considered private data. My alternative address and telephone number are as follows:
Address
Telephone Number
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