Refreshment vehicles can be ice cream trucks, hot dog stands, bicycle ice cream carts, or food trucks and they are regulated by By-law 2024-103
Refreshment Vehicle License
Refreshment Vehicles
Refreshment Vehicles and vendors bring vibrancy and diversity of food to Loyalist Township. Refreshment Vehicles can be Food Trucks, Catering Vehicles, Ice Cream Trucks, Hot Dog Stands, etc. Did you know you need a licence to operate a refreshment vehicle in the Township?
Learn more about the requirements for mobile food by reviewing the refreshment vehicle licensing by-law before setting up shop!
Applications
Complete the Refreshment Vehicle Licence Application. If you require the form in an alternative method, please contact clerk@loyalist.ca
Please note that if you are applying for a park permit for the 2025 year you must submit your application by December 31, 2024. There are no deadlines for those operating on private property.
Refreshment Vehicle By-law FAQs
What is a Refreshment Vehicle?
Where can I operate a Refreshment Vehicle?
Refreshment vehicles can operate:
1) on private property zoned for that use with permission from the property owner; and
2) on Township Parks if they have a Park Permit.
Location of each refreshment vehicle must be approved by the Township.
When can I operate a Refreshment Vehicle?
Hours of operation of a refreshment vehicle are between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m.
Do I need a licence before operating?
Yes, refreshment vehicles must be licenced under By-law 2024-103. There are some exemptions.
What is the cost of a licence and a park permit?
The cost of a licence for 2025 is as follows:
Class 1 and 2 Refreshment Vehicle Licence fee $350
Class 3 Refreshment Vehicle Licence fee $120
Class 1 and 2 Refreshment Vehicle Renewal fee $200 (must have had a valid 2024 licence)
Class 3 Refreshment Renewal fee $75 (must have had a valid 2024 licence)
If operating at a designated park, there is an additional Park Permit fee of:
Park Permit with hydro $3000
Park Permit without hydro $1600
I have a current licence. Does it expire?
Yes, all licences expire on December 31 each year.
Review of the previous Refreshment Vehicle By-law
Loyalist Township conducted a comprehensive review of its refreshment vehicle licensing by-law. This review aimed to ensure that the licensing framework is up-to-date, efficient, and aligned with the community’s needs. The review assessed various aspects, including application procedures, adding proximity limitations to the commercial core, park permit allocation, and fee structures
The reviewed gathered feedback from stakeholders and analyzing current practices to enhance the overall experience for applicants and ensure that health and safety standards are rigorously maintained. The goal was to streamline operations and support the growth of local businesses, contributing to a vibrant and thriving community.
If you would like to know more about the review, please visit Engage Loyalist.
Contact Us
Loyalist Township
Box 70, 263 Main Street
Odessa, Ontario K0H 2H0
Tel: 613-386-7351
info@loyalist.ca
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