Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Zoning Regulation topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Lantana council approves first reading of ordinance limiting where food trucks can operate
Summary
On first reading the council approved Ordinance O-02-2026 to define and regulate roadside vendors and mobile food vendors, restricting food trucks in most zoning districts while allowing one residential event per quarter and broader access at town-sponsored events.
The Town Council approved on first reading Ordinance O-02-2026, which adds definitions and limits for roadside vendors and mobile food vendors. The ordinance permits mobile food vendors in specified residential zoning districts only for a single event per quarter at a residence, and otherwise restricts food trucks to certain locations and town-sponsored events while requiring compliance with state and local health and safety licensing.
Mayor Lithgow explained the intent to avoid ad hoc sales that can create hazards and refuse problems, saying, "So what this means is, some guy with the food truck can't just pull over to the boat docks on a Saturday and start selling stuff and then dump all the leftovers into the bin there." Councilors discussed fairness to brick-and-mortar restaurants and enforcement of residential limits; Council member Rivera moved the ordinance on first reading, Council member Mason seconded, and the motion passed by voice vote, 5-0.
