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Forms, requirements, and instructions for restaurants, mobile food units, temporary food events, and other food service activities
Temporary food establishment” means a food establishment that operates for a period of time not to exceed 21 days in one location, affiliated with and endorsed by a transitory fair, carnival, circus, festival, or public exhibition. Food establishments that operate in the same event location for more than 21 days per calendar year are not eligible for a temporary food establishment permit. Domestic yard sales and businesses such as auctions, flea markets, or farmers markets are not eligible for a temporary food establishment permit.
To operate a Temporary Food Establishment (TFE), both the TFE Coordinator Application and individual TFE Vendor Applications must be submitted in full at least 15 days prior to the event.
TFE Coordinator Application
must include a complete list of participating vendors.
Individual TFE Vendor Applications
Each vendor must submit an application
$75 fee required per vendor
Applications submitted after the 15-day deadline will not be considered
Vendor applications submitted without coordinator approval will not be accepted
Completed Application Form
Proposed Menu
Commissary Agreement Form (fully completed and signed)
Equipment Specification Sheets for all appliances or food service equipment
A submission checklist is included in the Mobile Food Unit (MFU) application packet to help ensure your application is complete.
Send the completed packet to: eh@gvph.org
A GVPH staff member will contact you to collect payment by credit card.
Mail the completed packet with a check to the Environmental Health office in the county where your commissary is located.
Incomplete packets will delay processing. Please review the submission checklist before sending your application.
Food Service Establishment Plan Review Submission Requirements
To submit a complete Plan Review Application for a Food Service Establishment, please ensure the following items are included:
Note: If the application is for an existing facility undergoing a change of ownership, building plans may not be required. Please confirm with Environmental Health before submitting.
Incomplete applications may result in processing delays. Be sure to include all required materials before submission.
These resources provide additional guidance for food service operators preparing to open or operate within Granville-Vance Public Health jurisdiction.
Applications, supporting documents, and guidance for wells, septic systems, and related environmental health review.
Include the following with your application packet:
Completed application form
Site plan
Required county zoning approval or other local documentation, if applicable
Any additional materials requested by Environmental Health during the review process
Submit a complete application packet with all required supporting documents to help avoid review delays. Requirements may vary depending on the project type and county review process.
Please contact Environmental Health if you are unsure which supporting documents are needed before submitting.
Download Well Permit Application
Download Septic Permit Application
View Well & Septic Procedures
View Septic System Maintenance Guide
View Certified Septic Contractor List
Fees may vary based on the type of well or septic service requested. Contact Environmental Health for the most current fee schedule.
Permit forms, operational guidance, and supporting resources for public swimming pools.
Application materials may include:
Completed public pool permit application
Required construction, alteration, or operational documentation
Any supporting materials required by applicable rules or seasonal review needs
Public pool operators are encouraged to submit application materials as early as possible, especially before peak seasonal permit activity. Incomplete submissions may delay review and inspection.
If additional pool guidance letters or seasonal notices are developed later, this section can be updated to include that information.
Download Public Pool Permit Application
View Public Pool Requirements
View Pool Operator Resources
View Public Pool Guidance Documents
Public pool fees may vary depending on the type of permit or service requested. Please contact Environmental Health for the most current fee information.
Permit information, requirements, and inspection guidance for tattoo and body art services.
Application materials may include:
Completed tattoo or body art permit application
Required documentation related to the proposed operation
Any additional materials requested during the review process
Applicants should submit complete materials before requesting inspection or permit processing. If you are unsure which application or supporting documents apply to your service, please contact Environmental Health before submitting.
Download Tattoo Permit Application
View Body Art Rules
View Tattoo Inspection Information