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Consultant briefs Lawrence board on cottage‑food rules, shared‑services arrangement with Methuen
Summary
A consultant told the Lawrence City Board of Health that state rules allow some "cottage food" operations from home kitchens but prohibit potentially hazardous foods and that local enforcement often begins from complaints or social‑media posts.
A consultant told the Lawrence City Board of Health that the local rules for the Cottage Food Industry permit some home‑based food preparation under state regulations but exclude potentially hazardous foods and include strict conditions.
“It’s called Cottage Food Industry by Code, but it’s like home kitchens, residential kitchens,” the consultant said, adding that “if it’s potentially hazardous foods, the answer is no.” The consultant said enforcement…
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