Special Food Event License Definition A Special Food Event is a temporary event which is at a fixed location, lasting no more than 30 consecutive days, where either a mobile, permanent, or temporary structure is used to prepare, serve, or sell food or drink. Requirements A license must be obtained prior to operating. The application must be submitted at least three working days before the scheduled start of the event. An additional fee will be charged for applications filed less than three working days prior to the event. Anyone who plans to sell or give away food at a temporary event must first obtain a Montgomery County Food Service Facility License. The only exception to the law is the sale of fresh produce or live crustaceans. See the license fee schedule. Application Process Prepare Gather the documents you'll need for your application:
- Diagram of setting
- A copy of the 501(c)(3), (4), (7), or (10) Letter from IRS (For Non‑Profit)
- A copy of Well & Septic permit - if applicable. Learn more on Well and Septic Permits. Apply Complete your application using one of these ways:
- Apply and pay online through CivicGov. Learn more about using CivicGov.
- Download the . If your application is not complete, we will return it to you. To submit PDF applications
- Mail your application to Licensure & Regulatory Services, 2425 Reedie Drive, 9th floor, Wheaton, MD 20902, or
- Fax your application to 240-777-3088. If you use the PDF forms that require notarization, determine where you will have your forms notarized. Get approved We will respond to your application within 10 - 14 business days. If we approve your application:
- your final step is to contact us to find the inspector specific to your area.
- we will mail your license to the address you provided or issued at the time of the inspection.