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Food truck rules take effect in Davenport, Iowa

April 14, 2017

New rules for food trucks are now in effect in Davenport, Iowa, according to WQAD-TV.

A pilot program launched during the fall of 2016 helped test food truck locations and requirements, and city leaders hope their fine-tuned ordinance will make Davenport more food truck friendly.

This month, the new ordinance officially went live. All food trucks must have a $55 license issued by the city. In order to be issued a license, vendors must submit an application, show proof of liability insurance, provide a valid Scott County Health Department permit and pass a fire inspection.

Food trucks can operate in two designated mobile food zones downtown, the Riverfront and Bechtel Park L. The Riverfront Zone is operational Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. until midnight, and the Bechtel L is open on Tuesday and Thursday from 3 p.m. until 11 p.m.

Food truck vendors need another $550 permit if they want to operate on public property within the designated zones.

Food trucks can also operate on private property.