​​Who/What requires a license?

The city of Phoenix does not have or issue a general business/vending license.  Vending licensing requirements and vending rules change depending on the vending location and type of regulated vending activity.

How do I get started?

Determine the type of license(s) you will need (if any).​

• For vending on property outside, in a street, or on a sidewalk - review the Vending Snapshot & Changes in State Law for Vendors Using a Vehicle (HB 2371) plus the detailed information for each of the following regulated activities and apply for any required license(s)
  • Mobile Vending (vending on property outside)
  • Street Vend​ing (vending on a city street)
  • Downtown Sidewalk Vending (Finance Department – Bid Process)

• For other types of vending, review the detailed information for each of the following regulated activities and apply for any required license(s):    
  • Secondhand Dealers
  • Swap Meet Lots
  • Scrap Metal Dealers

Other Items You May Need

From other City of Phoenix Departments:

• Authorization to have an event in a city park or on a city street
• Planning and Development Department

From other State or County Agencies:

• Food Permits from Maricopa County Environmental Health
• Registration of LLC/Corporation with the AZ Corporation Commission
• State Privilege (Sales) Tax License