How to Apply for a Transient Merchant Vendor Permit

The City of Hapeville offers two types of Transient Merchant Vendor Permits:

• 90-Day Permit – $100.00 fee; valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.
• 3-Day Permit – $50.00 fee; valid for three consecutive days as stated on the permit.
• Fee Waived-City Sponsored; valid for the date(s) of the event only. 

Application Requirements:
To apply for a Transient Merchant Vendor Permit, applicants must submit the following:

✅ Completed Application Form – Ensure you select the appropriate permit type.
✅ Executed Indemnity Agreement (PDF) – This document releases the City of Hapeville, its employees, agents, and elected officials from liability related to Mobile Food Vendor activities.
✅ (Food consumption vendors-Only) County Health Department  Approval – A copy of an approved permit from the local County Health Department.
✅ Proof of Liability Insurance – Coverage must be at least $1,000,000.00. If the vendor does not have individual insurance, they may operate under an existing business policy with proper documentation.

For more details on Transient Merchant Vendor regulations and licensing, please review the Hapeville Code of Ordinances – Section 11-11-4.

For questions or assistance, don't hesitate to get in touch with the City Clerk's Office at:  

City Clerk's Office 

3468 North Fulton Avenue 
Hapeville, Georgia 30354 
Phone: (404) 669-2100

LIST OF LOCATIONS AND HOURS OF OPERATION(S)

Please list the vehicle location(s) and hours of operation for which you will be vending from your food truck.

All Transient Merchant Vendor applications must include the following required documents:

1. Executed Indemnity Agreement (PDF) – A signed agreement indemnifying and releasing the City of Hapeville, its agents, employees, and elected officials from any liability related to the vendor’s activities.
2. Copy of an Approved Permit – Issued by the local County Health Department. (if applicable)
3. Proof of Liability Insurance – A current policy with minimum coverage of $1,000,000.00 to protect the vendor, the public, and the City from claims related to property damage, bodily injury, or death. If the vendor does not have individual insurance, they may operate under an existing business’s policy with the business’s written permission. Documentation of this arrangement must be submitted with the application.
4. Proof of 501(c) Non-Profit Status (if applicable) – Required if the event is a 501(c) non-profit event.
5. City-Sponsored Event Approval – If the event is city-sponsored, documentation must confirm approval by the City Manager.

All required documents must be submitted with the application for processing and approval.