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What This Bill Does
This document outlines the requirements for obtaining a vendor permit in Jacksonville and Duval County. It specifies which business activities require a permit, where to apply, and the documentation needed for the application process.
Businesses operating in Jacksonville or Duval County must obtain specific permits and a Local Business Tax Receipt to operate legally, with some applications requiring a $1,000 bond for non-local s.
- Jim Overton serves as the Tax Collector for Duval County, an elected official responsible for the administration of various tax and licensing services. context
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Transient merchants
Must deposit a $1,000 bond if they lack a permanent local address and must provide notarized property owner permission.
Sidewalk vendors
Must obtain specific insurance and, if operating downtown, approval from the Downtown Investment Authority.
Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle operators
Must obtain state-level licensing from the DBPR rather than the local Tax Collector.
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a vendor permit if I have a Local Business Tax Receipt?
Where can I apply for a vendor permit?
Can I get a permit for a food truck at the Tax Collector's office?
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Mobile Food Vehicle Licensing Change
As of July 2020, the Duval County Tax Collector ceased issuing vendor permits for mobile food vehicles, shifting the responsibility to the state-level DBPR.
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