SPOKANE REGIONAL HEALTH DISTRICT

Temporary Food Event Permits
Temporary food event facilities are permitted and inspected to help ensure food safety. This includes all food vendors at events open to the public. Temporary food event permit fees vary based on the length of the event and type of food served. A valid permit must be obtained before operating a temporary food event.

To apply for a temporary food establishment permit:

• Complete a Temporary Food Establishment (TFE) application form and Commissary Agreement if applicable.
• Provide details about the types of food to be prepared, how the food will be prepared and methods planned to keep foods hot and cold. Include information about how you plan to operate your booth safely and efficiently.
• Submit your completed application with payment to the Spokane Regional Health District's Environmental Health Office at least two weeks prior to the event.
• Food Program staff will review the application and work with you to make any necessary changes, well in advance of the event.

Food events offered to the public, which are sponsored by schools, private groups and others, are also permitted and inspected. Other events that are only open to members are not considered to be public events.

Public complaints and illnesses associated with Spokane County food service establishments are investigated by food program staff.

For more information on food handling, temporary food event permits or a list of foods exempt from permit, please contact the Spokane Regional Health District at (509) 324 -1560 ext 2.

Contact Information

Spokane Regional Health District
1101 W. College Ave
Spokane, WA 99201
(509) 324-1560 ext 2
TDD (509) 324-1464

Internet Links

Spokane Regional Health District - Food Safety (website) http://www.srhd.org/safety/food/default.asp

Spokane Regional Health District - Rules and Regulations (pdf) http://www.srhd.org/downloads/safety_food/FoodRegs-Revised1997.pdf

Spokane Regional Health District - Temporary Food Event Fees (pdf) http://www.srhd.org/downloads/safety_food/EHFees.pdf

Spokane Regional Health District -
Temporary Food Establishment (TFE) application form (pdf) http://www.srhd.org/downloads/safety_food/TFE_Application.pdf

Spokane Regional Health District - Commissary Agreement (pdf) http://www.srhd.org/downloads/safety_food/CommissaryAgreement.pdf