All persons wishing to engage in sidewalk vending activities in West Hollywood must first obtain the requisite Sidewalk Vendor Business License.

“Sidewalk vendor” or “vendor” means a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one’s person, upon a sidewalk within the City

“Sidewalk vending” refers to commercial activity conducted by a sidewalk vendor.

Business License Application

Applicants wishing to conduct Sidewalk Vending must submit a completed business license application to the West Hollywood Business License Officer and submit to fingerprinting and a background investigation before a valid business license can be issued.

Sidewalk Vending Business License Application

Indemnity Agreement Form

Sidewalk Vendor Insurance Requirements

Please note that the individual named on the license must be present during the licensed activities and must have a copy of their business license on their person at all times.

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Code regulating the operations of Sidewalk Vendors

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