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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY of MONROE Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3
The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2
Craig Cates,District 1
David Rice,District 4
Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
July 16, 2025
Agenda Item Number: S6
2023-4188
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: Planning & Environmental Resources
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Devin Tolpin
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: A Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of an Ordinance Amending
Section 6-112 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances, Clarifying That For Temporary Uses, Other
Than Public Assemblies, Temporary Housing, and Temporary Construction Staging Areas,No More
Than One (1) Special Building Permit for a Specific Temporary Use Shall be Issued on a Property. If
Adopted, a Temporary Use Permit Shall Not be Extended or Issued That Would Permit A Food Truck
or Other Use to Operate On a Property for More Than Six Months. Uses That are Proposed to Remain
for More Than Six Months Require a Distinct Building Permit and/or Development Approval(s). TIME
APPROXIMATE 11:45 A.M.
ITEM BACKGROUND:
Following a discussion regarding food trucks and how restaurant land use is currently regulated through
the Monroe County Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan, the BOCC directed professional
staff to amend Section 6-112 of the Code of Ordinances ("MCC").
The stationary operation of food trucks and similar uses on private parcels has increased and become
more prevalent throughout Monroe County. Currently, the regulations and site requirements for a food
truck or similar operation will depend on the length of time that the use is proposed to be in operation at
a specific property. Regardless of length of time, a building permit is required to establish a specific
land use on a private property. A Memorandum dated January 31, 2025, detailing the regulation of food
trucks in unincorporated Monroe County has been included as Attachment 2 to this report.
If a food truck or similar use is proposed to be in operation for fewer than six (6) months on a specific
property, then a building permit for a temporary use is required. In accordance with MCC Section 6-
112, a temporary use permit shall not be extended or issued that would permit any food truck to be
operating on a property for more than six (6) months. The use must be removed prior to the expiration
of the permit. The proposed amendment includes clarifying language that would preclude the
consecutive issuance of temporary building permits for a specific temporary use on a specific property.
It should be noted that on May 29, 2025, letters were sent to all contacts of record for an open or issued
temporary building permit for a temporary restaurant or commercial retail use and owners of property
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on which there is an open or issued temporary building permit of this type,providing advanced
notification of this proposed amendment to the text of the Code.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
On March 25, 2025, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners directed Monroe County
Planning & Environmental Resources Department professional staff to process a text amendment to the
Monroe County Code of Ordinances to amend Section 6-112, to clarify that no more than one special
building permit for a specific temporary use shall be issued on a property.
INSURANCE REQUIRED:
No
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Professional staff recommends that the BOCC approve and adopt
the proposed amendment to Section 6-112 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances.
DOCUMENTATION:
Food Trucks Me o.pdf
BOCC_SR_07.16.2025.pdf
Exhibit 1. - Ordinance.pdf
BIE.pdf
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
N/A
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MEMORANDUM
MONROE COUNTY PLANNING&ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
To: Construction Industry, County Inspectors, Plans Examiners
From: Emily Schemper, AICP, CFM, Senior Director of Planning & Environmental
Resources
Date: January 31, 2025
Subject: Regulation of Food Trucks in Unincorporated Monroe County
1 This memorandum will serve as a guiding document to outline how food trucks are regulated
2 throughout Unincorporated Monroe County.
3
4 What is a Food Truck as it pertains to this Memorandum?
5
6 This memorandum shall be construed so as to relate to mobile food dispensing vehicles and
7 temporary commercial kitchens as defined by Florida Statutes in addition to restaurant uses as
8 defined by the Monroe County Land Development Code (LDC).
9
10 Per F.S. 509.102:
11
12 1) (a) As used in this section, the term "mobile food dispensing vehicle" means any vehicle
13 that is a public food service establishment and that is self-propelled or otherwise movable
14 from place to place and includes self-contained utilities, including, but not limited to, gas,
15 water, electricity, or liquid waste disposal.
16
17 httpsa//www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/mfdv-guide/
18
19 What is a Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle license? continued...
20 With a Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle (MFDV) license, operators are fully able to drive
21 from place to place throughout the state. The menu items are limited to what the equipment
22 on the vehicle can prepare. Mobile Food license holders can also offer catering services
23 and may operate at a 1-3 day temporary event without paying additional temporary event
24 fees.
25
26 What is a Self-sufficient MFDV?
27 A Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle operator that can perform all food activities inside the
28 vehicle, like storing food,preparing food, and dishwashing, is self-sufficient. If later the
29 operator were to expand operations beyond the unit's capacity then they may need a
30 commissary for storage or to conduct additional food preparation.
31
32 Water/sewer locations and commissaries
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I MFDVs must use a commercial (non-residential) location to fill up the water tank and
2 empty the wastewater tank. This can be a commissary, or it can be a water/sewer facility
3 like a truck stop or campgrounds.
4
5 Any FDACS-permitted or H&R-licensed fixed food service establishment can provide
6 commissary services for your MFDV.
7
8 Exception—If the water/sewer location is permitted by DOH, such as a school or fraternal
9 organization or bar, the Department of Health would be the permitting agency for the
10 mobile unit.
11
12 Exception—If the location is on a septic system, the county Department of Health(DOH)
13 would have to approve the system for increased use. This also applies to any other
14 water/sewer locations used by an MFDV. For this reason we recommend using a location
15 that is on municipal water/sewer.
16
17 (b) As used in this section, the term "temporary commercial kitchen" means any kitchen
18 that is a public food service establishment used for the preparation of takeout or delivery-
19 only meals housed in portable structures that are movable from place to place by a tow or
20 are self-propelled or otherwise axle-mounted, that include self-contained utilities,
21 including, but not limited to, gas, water, electricity, or liquid waste disposal. Such kitchens
22 are subject to all provisions of this chapter except as may be provided herein. The term
23 does not include a tent.
24
25 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restauranji/licensing/teek-guide/
26
27 What is a Temporary Commercial Kitchen license?
28 Temporary Commercial Kitchens (TECK) are mobile kitchen facilities that are typically
29 used when fixed kitchens are unavailable, e.g., have been damaged by a fire, or when a
30 fixed kitchen is being refurbished, when extra kitchen space is needed, and for catering at
31 events. They may also be used after a natural disaster, such as a hurricane and are
32 contained in a variety of modular structures, such as portable cabin structures, modular
33 buildings, towed trailers, or standard freight containers. Temporary Commercial Kitchens
34 cannot be tents.
35
36 In accordance with LDC Section 101-1:
37
38 Mobile vendor food unit means a non-motorized food vendor cart, which is small,
39 lightweight, and often mounted on a single-axle (two-wheeled) chassis; or a vehicle-
40 mounted food service establishment which is either self-propelled and licensed to travel on
41 public streets, or not self-propelled but is a licensed trailer which can be moved from place
42 to place.
43
44 Restaurant use means any establishment, which may or may not include a drive-through
45 service, where the principal business is the sale of food and beverages to the customer in a
46 ready-to-consume state. This includes service within the building as well as takeout or
47 carryout service. Restaurant uses are subdivided into the following intensity classifications:
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1 1) Low-intensity restaurant use means a restaurant use that generates less than 50
2 average daily trips per 1,000 square feet of floor area.
3 2) Medium-intensity restaurant use means a restaurant use that generates between 50
4 and 100 average daily trips per 1,000 square feet of floor area.
5 3) High-intensity restaurant use means a restaurant use that generates above 100
6 average daily trips per 1,000 square feet of floor area.
7
8 In accordance with Section 23-71 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances:
9
10 Mobile food vendor means any person who sells, or offers for sale, any candy, ice cream
11 confection, or any food or beverage for human consumption from any cart or vehicle of
12 any kind capable of locomotion.
13
14 What are the Requirements for a Food Truck?
15
16 For the purpose of this memorandum, any entity that meets the definition of mobile food
17 dispensing vehicle (MFDV) or mobile vendor food unit shall be referred to as a food truck.
18
19 The regulations and site requirements for a food truck will depend on the length of time that a food
20 truck is proposed to be in operation at a specific property.
21
22 No food truck shall be permitted to operate within a Monroe County or FDOT right of way.
23
24 For the purpose of this memorandum, the requirements have been broken down into two
25 scenarios: food trucks that are operating on a private property for less than 6 months and food
26 truck use operating on a private property for more than 6 months.
27
28 Regardless of length of time, a building permit is required for food trucks (mobile food
29 dispensing vehicle/mobile vendor food unit)
30 Pursuant to LDC Section 110-140:
31 A building permit is required prior to the following:
32 a) Any work specified in Chapter 6 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances;
33 b) Any change in the land use intensity, density, or use of land authorized as a permitted as-
34 of-right use under this Land Development Code;
35 c) Any change in the use of land or structure from a permitted as-of-right use within a land
36 use district to another listed permitted as-of-right use; and
37 d) Any development authorized by conditional use approval.
38
39 Monroe County Fire Rescue, Office of the Fire Marshal has prepared a memorandum of Mobile
40 Food Truck—Fire & Life Safety Requirements. The Fire Marshal's Office reviews and provides
41 inspections for Mobile Food Trucks (mobile food dispensing vehicle/mobile vendor food unit). A
42 copy of the Fire and Life Safety Requirements has been included as an attachment to this
43 document.
44
45
46
47
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I Food Truck Use on a Property for Less than 6 Months:
2
3 A building permit is required for a temporary use in accordance with LDC Section 110-140. The
4 building permit type that should be requested is TEMPORARY.
5
6 In accordance with LDC Section 101-1:
7
8 Temporary uses means uses that are required for a defined period of time during the
9 construction phase of permitted development(including, but not limited to, equipment
10 storage, material storage, construction/safety fencing and office trailers), capital
11 improvements, and uses that are uniquely seasonal in nature (including but not limited to,
12 public assemblies, holiday-related outdoor events such as Christmas tree and pumpkin
13 sales, temporary emergency shelters, concerts, carnivals, art shows, seminars and other
14 educational events, and tent meetings).
15
16 In accordance with LDC Section 103-102:
17 Temporary uses, other than public assemblies and temporary construction staging
18 areas. Approval of a temporary use that is not defined as a public assembly in Section 101-
19 1 or categorized as a temporary construction staging area pursuant to Section 6-3 shall be
20 granted only if the following criteria are met:
21 1) Prior to establishment of the temporary use, a special building permit approving
22 the temporary use, and any associated temporary structures, shall be issued in
23 accordance with this section and Section 6-112;
24 2) No clearing or filling of environmentally sensitive lands shall occur to
25 accommodate the temporary use;
26 3) The temporary use shall not occur in any required setback or required parking area;
27 and
28 4) The temporary use shall be compatible with existing uses on surrounding
29 properties, as determined by the Planning Director. If necessary,prior to issuance
30 of a special building permit allowing the temporary use, the Planning Director may
31 require a meeting with the applicant, the Planning Director(or his/her designee),
32 Building Official (or his/her designee), the Sheriff(or his/her designee), the Fire
33 Chief(or his/her designee), and/or a representative of the county Health
34 Department to negotiate mutually satisfactory conditions under which the
35 temporary use may be approved to avoid substantial harm to the public health or
36 safety and to minimize or to avoid substantial harm to, or impairment of the normal
37 use of, a public place or to avoid substantial harm to the environment. Depending
38 on the nature and anticipated duration of the temporary use, as a condition of
39 approval to the special building permit, the Planning Director and Building Official
40 reserve the right to:
41 a. Require fencing, landscaping and/or other screening to limit potential
42 visual and noise impacts of the temporary use on adjacent property
43 owners; and
44 b. Require full compliance with the surface water management provisions
45 provided in Chapter 114, article I and the bufferyard provisions provided
46 in Chapter 114, article V.
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I In accordance with Section 6-112 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances:
2 The Building Official, or his or her authorized designee, may issue a special building
3 permit for a limited time of not more than six months for the erection of temporary
4 structures, including but not limited to sheds, trailers, seats, canopies, tents, and fences
5 used in construction work or for temporary uses and events. Any such permit for
6 temporary uses shall be in compliance with this section and the provisions of the Land
7 Development Code, specifically section 130-5 and Chapter 122 if located in flood hazard
8 areas. Any structures shall be completely removed upon expiration of the time stated in the
9 permit, which shall be the minimum amount of time necessary to accommodate the
10 temporary use. In the event a temporary structure is required for more than six months for
11 a construction-related project, the applicant shall apply for a new special building permit
12 prior to the expiration of the original building permit.
13
14 In accordance with Section 6-112, a temporary use permit shall not be extended or issued that
15 would permit any food truck to be operating on a property for more than 6 months. The food truck
16 must be removed prior to the expiration of the permit.
17
18
19
20 Food Truck Use of a Property for More than 6 Months:
21
22 A restaurant use that is proposed to be on a property for more than 6 months shall not be eligible
23 for a temporary use permit and will be required to comply with each and every standard of the
24 Monroe County Land Development Code, Florida Building Code, NFPA and any other state
25 regulation(s). A building permit is required for the establishment of a restaurant use in accordance
26 with LDC Section 110-140, even if a structure is not being constructed. The building permit type
27 that should be requested is REMODEL/REPAIR/CHANGE IN USE/OCCUPANCY (w/ or
28 w/out construction).
29
30 Where are Food Trucks Permitted as a Principal Use?
31
32 In Land Use Districts that allow restaurant uses. The following Land Use Districts allow restaurant
33 uses of various intensities:
34
35 0 Commercial Fishing Area(CFA)- Section 130-77
36 0 Commercial Fishing Special District(CFSD)- Refer to Section 130-79 for specific CFSDs
37 0 Industrial (I)- Section 130-82
38 0 Maritime Industries (MI)- Section 130-85
39 0 Military facilities (MF)- Section 130-86
40 0 Mixed Use (MU)- Section 130-88
41 0 Recreational Vehicle (RV)- Section 130-92
42 0 Suburban Commercial (SC)- Section 130-93
43 0 Urban Commercial (UC)- Section 130-97
44 0 Commercial 1 (Cl)- Section 130-102
45 0 Commercial 2 (C2)- Section 130-103
46
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I Please refer to the corresponding LDC Section to determine if the restaurant use is permitted as of
2 right, a minor conditional use or a major conditional use.
3
4 In accordance with the ITE Parking Generation Manual, a Food Truck is expected to generate
5 between 10 and 33 daily trips. Food trucks do not contain floor area in accordance with LDC
6 Section 10 1-1 and generally are considered a high intensity restaurant use,per the definition
7 provided in the LDC. The intensity of the use (number of daily trips generated per 1,000 square
8 feet of floor area) may differ depending on other established uses on site.
9 It should be noted that in order for a food truck to be permitted as an accessory use to an already
10 developed property, it would have to meet the definition of accessory use in accordance with LDC
11 Section 101-1, including being subordinate to and serving an existing principal use.
12
13 What is Being Reviewed in a Building Permit Application for a Food Truck on a Property
14 for More than 6 Months?
15 • The use must be permitted at its proposed intensity within the Land Use District of the
16 property.
17 • The use will be reviewed for compliance with LDC Chapter 110 Article III Conditional
18 Uses, and may require additional approval beyond that of the building permit.
19 • A site plan is required demonstrating compliance with the Land Development Code
20 including but not limited to:
21 o The site must be in compliance with setback requirements in accordance with LDC
22 Section 13 1-1 and 118-12. New structures and uses are not permitted within
23 required setbacks.
24 o The site must be in compliance with the minimum open space requirements of LDC
25 Sections 130-157, 130-162, and 130-164.
26 o Any new impervious areas on the site could require compliance with stormwater
27 management criteria in accordance with LDC Section 114-3.
28 o The site must have a recycling and solid waste collection area in accordance with
29 LDC Section 114-14.
30 o The site must be in compliance with off street parking requirements in accordance
31 with LDC Section 114-67. Currently, 1 parking space per 3 restaurant seats are
32 required.
33 o Bicycle parking may be required in accordance with LDC Section 114-71.
34 o If the business would result in the receipt of materials and merchandise by vehicles,
35 then a loading zone may be required in accordance with LDC Section 114-69.
36 o Landscaping may be required in accordance with LDC Sections 114-99 through
37 114-109.
38 o Bufferyards may be required in accordance with LDC Sections 114-124-114-130.
39 o Outdoor lighting must be reviewed for compliance with LDC Sections 114-159
40 through 114-164.
41 o The site may be reviewed for compliance with access standards in accordance with
42 LDC Section 114-195.
43 o The site may be reviewed for compliance with clear site triangle requirements in
44 accordance with LDC Section 114-201.
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1 • Pursuant to Comprehensive Plan Policy 301.1.2 and Policy 301.2.1, a trip generation
2 statement may be required in accordance with LDC Section 114-200.
3 • If there is construction related to the proposed use, then construction drawings are
4 required.
5 • The use must be in compliance with the nonresidential inclusionary housing requirements
6 pursuant to LDC Section 139-1(f).
7
8
9 Useful References:
10 Monroe County's Website is: https://www,monroecounty-:fl. oy/
11
12 You can access the Monroe County Land Development Code at:
13 hops://library.municode.com/fl/monroe®county/codes/land development code?nodeld=CH134MI
14 RE A.RTIINGE S134-2HOOCSPUSPESTHOSEBU
15
16 You can access F.S. 509.102 at:
17 http://www.Ie�z.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?A.pp�mode=Display Statute&Search String=&URL
18 =0500-0599/0509/Sections/0509.102.htm1
19
20 For additional Building Department information related to building and permitting:
21 hops://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/149/Building-and-Permitting
22
23 Building permit application information can be found online at: httl)s://www.monroecounly-
24 fl.gov/1278/Online-Permitting-Services
25
26 You can access information from Planning & Environmental Resources Department at:
27 hops://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/178/Planning-Environmental-Resources
28
29
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°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
%..#ounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
Memorandum
Date: January 28, 2025
Subject: Guidance for Mobile Food Truck- Fire & Life Safety Requirements
From: Division Chief Craig Marston, MA, FCA, CFE1, Fire Marshal
As discussed with Deputy Fire Marshal Thomas Rossano and Zully Hemeyer, the Fire Marshal's
Office reviews and provides inspections for Mobile Food Trucks.
Monroe County Fire Rescue agrees with the temporary permitting process for these types of
structures. We try to provide as much information as possible to those asking about Mobile
Food Truck businesses. The following lists applicable code references of what is required by
NFPA, however is not all inclusive. This is a representation of some of the major concerns that
the Fire Marshal's office has, in regard to Food truck safety.
LICENSING AND PERMITS: Permits are required. The following are the types of permits and
contact information for other permit agencies.
1) Current registration from the Department of Motor Vehicles Registration in the State of
Florida.
2) Current License from the Department of Business &Professional Regulation (Contact
850-487-1395)
3) Temporary Permit from the Monroe County Building Department (305-289-2501)
4) Permit application from the Florida Department of Health for a Mobile Food Dispensing
Vehicle (850-245-4250)
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: Fire extinguishers must be available and properly installed.
1) Extinguishers are accessible and properly spaced/mounted.
2) Extinguishers are maintained and have a current inspection tag by contractor licensed
in Florida.
3) Class K extinguisher provided where vegetable and animal oils/fats are used for
cooking.
4) Travel distance to fire extinguisher does not exceed 75' (other requirements may
apply).
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°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
%..#ounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
COOKING OPERATIONS: The following shall be considered requirements for any type of
cooking operations in a Mobile Food Truck:
1) Mobile or temporary operations shall be separated from buildings, structures,
combustible materials, vehicles and other cooking operations by a minimum of 10 ft.
(NFPA 96: 7.8.2)
2) All cooking appliances are contained under the hood system.
3) Cooking equipment is aligned under heads.
4) Manual pull station for hood suppression is located in the path of egress.
5) Cooking equipment is secured in place with an approved method (of cooking).
6) The hood system is free of excess accumulated grease.
7) All fat fryers shall have a lid to prevent spillage of cooking oil during transport.
8) The suppression system is tagged and inspected within 6 months by contractor licensed
in Florida. (NFPA 96:12.2)
APPLIANCES AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: The following shall be considered requirements
for power supply to Mobile Food Truck operations:
1) Appliances installed to run while the vehicle moves shall have a device installed to stop
the flow of gas in the event of a line break.
2) Appliances shall be located so that a fire at any appliance shall not block egress of
persons from the vehicle.
3) Electrical and Mechanical rooms shall be free of combustible storage.
4) Multi-plug adapters shall be listed and used in accordance with their listing (ensure
surge power strip type).
5) Extension cords are not used as permanent wiring.
6) All slots in the electrical panel have breakers or blanks in place.
7) Junction boxes and electrical outlets have covers.
8) Generators: Exhaust is directed a minimum of 5ft away from openings,building egress,
vehicles, buildings, etc.
FUEL AND WASTE: The following shall be considered requirements for fuel operations and
waste by products of Mobile Food Trucks:
1) Where solid fuel cooking appliances produce grease-laden vapors, appliances are
protected by listed fire-extinguishing equipment (NFPA 96:14.7.1)
2) Fuel is not stored: a) above any heat-producing appliance or vent (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.2),
b) closer than 3 ft to any cooking appliance (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.2), c) near any
combustible flammable liquids, ignition sources, chemicals, and food supplies and
packaged goods. (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.7), and d) fuel is not stored in the path of the ash
removal or near removed ashes (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.4)
3) Ash, cinders, and other removed fire debris should be removed from the firebox at
regular intervals and at least once a day (NFPA 96: 14.9.3.6.1)
4) Removed ashes, cinders, and other removed fire debris should be placed in a closed,
metal container located at least 3 ft from any cooking appliance.
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°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
Loounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
5) Containers shall be mounted securely on the vehicle, or within the enclosing recess or
cabinet. (NFPA 58: 6.26.3.4)
6) Containers shall be installed within road clearance in accordance with 11.8.3. (NFPA 58:
6.26.3.4)
7) Fuel containers shall be mounted to prevent jarring loose and slipping or rotating, and
the fastenings shall be designed and constructed to withstand, without permanent
visible deformation, static loading in any direction equal to four times the weight of the
container filled with fuel. (NFPA 58: 6.26.3.4)
8) Field welding on containers shall be limited to attachments to non-pressure parts such
as saddle plates,wear plates, or brackets applied by the container manufacturer.
9) All container valves, appurtenances, and connections shall be protected to prevent
damage from accidental contact with stationary objects; from loose objects, stones,
mud, or ice thrown up from the ground or floor; and from damage due to overturn or
similar vehicular accident.
10)Permanently mounted ASME containers shall be located on the vehicle.
11)Weather protection is provided for cylinders located outside of a vehicle.
12)All valves, appurtenances and connections shall be protected from accidental damage
from contact or road debris.
13)LP Containers shall be marked IAW US DOT Regulations Section VII of ASME Code
"Rules for the construction of unfired pressure vessels."
14)LP Shut-Off: A sign is affixed with reflective decal letters a minimum of 2" tall that
indicates the location of the LP Shutoff.
15)LP gas system has been certified for compliance with NFPA 58 annually by contractor
licensed in Florida.
16)Ensure that Refueling is conducted only during non-operating hours. (NFPA 96: B.18.3)
17)Check that any engine-driven source of power is separated from the public by barriers,
such as physical guards, fencing or enclosures. (NFPA 96: B.16.2.2)
18)Ensure that any engine-driven source of power is shut down prior to refueling from a
portable container. (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.1.2)
19)Check that surfaces of engine-driven source of power are cool to the touch prior to
refueling from a portable container. (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.1.2)
20)Make sure that exhaust from engine driven source of power complies with the
following: 1) At least 10 ft in all directions from openings and air intakes (NFPA 96:
B.13), 2) At least 10 ft from every means of egress (NFPA 96: B.13), 3) Directed away
from all buildings (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.2), 4) Directed away from all other cooking vehicles
and operations (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.2.2).
21)Ensure that all electrical appliances, fixtures, equipment, and wiring complies with the
NFPA 70 ® (National Electrical Code, current edition).
22)Main Shutoff valve on all gas containers must be readily accessible. (NFPA 58:
6.26.4.1(3))
23)Inspect gas systems prior to each use.
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°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
%..#ounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
24)Proof must be provided of leak testing performed on all new gas connections of the
system (by either the manufacturer or LP service provider). (NFPA 58: 6.16, 6.17)
OTHER SAFETY: The following are the applicable life safety requirements to include but not
be limited to the following:
R All fire lanes and fire department vehicular access are marked and unobstructed. (NFPA 1,
Ch. 18.2.4)
R Clearance is provided for the fire department to access fire hydrants and connections (NFPA
1:13.1.3-13.1.5)
R Address numbers are visible, contrasting and a minimum of 6" high.
R Appliances using combustible media are protected by an approved fire extinguishing system.
(NFPA 96:10.1.2)
R Portable fire extinguishers have been selected and installed in kitchen areas in accordance
with NFPA 10 (NFPA 96: 10.9.3)
R No grilles or similar gas or charcoal fueled devices used for cooking or heating are located on
any balcony, under any overhang or within 10' of any structure.
R An approved method of contacting 911 is available and the current location of the operation
is posted for employees.
R Wheel chocks shall be used (and in place whenever parked) to prevent mobile cooking unit
from moving.
R Ensure there is no public seating within the mobile food truck.
The following are the applicable Fire and Life Safety Codes and Standards for reference:
1) The Florida Fire Prevention Code (FFPC) 8th edition effective December 31, 2023,
consisting of NFPA 1, NFPA 101, F.S. 633, & F.A.C. Chapter 69A.
2) NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers
3) NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
4) NFPA 25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire
Protection Systems
5) NFPA 58 Liquified Petroleum Gas Code
6) NFPA 70® National Electric Code® current edition
7) NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
8) NFPA 96 Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking
Operations.
We appreciate you reviewing the current process and do recommend some form of
monitoring.As previously suggested, this department will continue to require an annual Fire
and Life Safety inspections, as there is a significant risk to the public with these types of
temporary structures. Our goal with these inspections is to minimize the potential for fire and
life safety hazards.
For further information please contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 305-289-6020. Thank you.
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MEMORANDUM
MONROE COUNTY PLANNING&ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
To: Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
From: Devin Tolpin, AICP, CFM, Senior Director of Planning & Environmental Resources
Date: June 25, 2025
Subject: An ordinance by the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners amending Section
6-112 of the Monroe County Code (File 2025-085)
Meeting: July 16, 2025
I. REQUEST
On March 25, 2025, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) directed Monroe
County Planning & Environmental Resources Department Staff ("Staff") to process a text amendment
to the Monroe County Code of Ordinances to amend Section 6-112, to clarify that no more than one
special building permit for a specific temporary use shall be issued on a Property.
II. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Following a discussion regarding food trucks and how restaurant land use is currently regulated through
the Monroe County Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan, the BOCC directed Staff to
amend Section 6-112 of the Code of Ordinances.
The stationary operation of food trucks and similar uses on private properties is becoming more
prevalent throughout Monroe County. Currently, the regulations and site requirements for a food truck or
similar operation will depend on the length of time that the use is proposed to be in operation at a
specific property. Regardless of length of time, a building permit is required to establish a specific land
use on a private property. A Memorandum dated January 31, 2025, detailing the regulation of food
trucks in Unincorporated Monroe County has been included as Attachment 2 to this report.
If a food truck or similar use is proposed to be in operation for less than 6 months on a specific property,
then a building permit for a temporary use is required. In accordance with Section 6-112, a temporary
use permit shall not be extended or issued that would permit any food truck to be operating on a property
for more than 6 months. The use must be removed prior to the expiration of the permit. The proposed
amendment includes clarifying language that would preclude the consecutive issuance of temporary
building permits for a specific temporary use on a specific property.
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III. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CODE OF ORDINANCES
The proposed text as directed by the BOCC on March 25, 2025, is shown as follows: additions are
u ticicd tied and deletions are 4f:ieiictl t401),L'g.
Sec. 6-112. - Temporary structures.
The Building Official, or his or her authorized designee, may issue a special building permit for a limited
time of not more than six months for the erection of temporary structures, including but not limited to
sheds, trailers, seats, canopies, tents, and fences used in construction work or for temporary uses and
events. Any such permit for temporary uses shall be in compliance with this section and the provisions of
the Land Development Code, specifically section 10 3 71�0-5 and Chapter 122 if located in flood hazard
areas. Any structures shall be completely removed upon expiration of the time stated in the permit, which
shall be the minimum amount of time necessary to accommodate the temporary use. In the event a
temporary structure is required for more than six months for a construction-related project, the applicant
shall apply for a new special building permit prior to the expiration of the original building permit. For
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IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The professional staff of the Monroe County Planning and Environmental Resources Department
recommend that the Monroe County BOCC APPROVE this proposed amendment to Section 6-112 of
the Monroe County Code of Ordinances.
V. EXHIBITS
1. Draft BOCC Ordinance
2. January 31, 2025 Memorandum- Regulation of Food Trucks in Unincorporated Monroe County
BOCC SR 07.16.2025 Page 2 of 2
File No. 2025-085
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5 MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
6 MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
7
8 ORDINANCE NO. -2025
9
10 AN ORDINANCE BY THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
11 COMMISSIONERS AMENDING MONROE COUNTY CODE OF
12 ORDINANCES SECTION 6-112 ("TEMPORARY STRUCTURES"),
13 CLARIFYING THAT NO MORE THAN ONE SPECIAL BUILDING
14 PERMIT FOR A SPECIFIC TEMPORARY USE SHALL BE ISSUED ON
15 A PROPERTY FOR TEMPORARY USES OTHER THAN PUBLIC
16 ASSEMBLIES, TEMPORARY HOUSING, AND TEMPORARY
17 CONSTRUCTION STAGING AREAS, PROVIDING FOR
18 SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING
19 PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE
20 DEPARTMENT OF STATE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE
21 MONROE COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR AN
22 EFFECTIVE DATE.
23
24
25 WHEREAS, at the regular March 25th, 2025, public meeting of the Monroe County Board of
26 County Commissioners ("BOCC", "Board", "Monroe County", or the "County"), discussion was held
27 regarding food trucks and how restaurant land use is currently regulated through the Monroe County
28 Code and Comprehensive Plan; and
29
30 WHEREAS, at the above-referenced public meeting Planning and Environmental Resources
31 Department professional staff provided to the BOCC that certain January 31, 2025-dated memorandum
32 appended as Attachment 1. hereto and hereby incorporated as if fully set forth herein; and
33
34 WHEREAS, at the above-referenced public meeting Planning and Environmental Resources
35 Department professional staff provided to the BOCC that certain January 28, 2025-dated memorandum
36 appended as Attachment 2. hereto and hereby incorporated as if fully set forth herein; and
37
38 WHEREAS, consistent with the BOCC's direction provided to Planning and Environmental
39 Resources Department professional staff at the above-referenced public meeting, the Board desires to
40 update Monroe County Code of Ordinances ("MCC") Section 6-112 to clarify that no more than one (1)
41 special building permit for a specific temporary use shall be issued on a property; and
42
43 WHEREAS, in accordance with MCC Section 6-112, a temporary use permit shall not be
44 extended or issued that would permit any food truck to be operating on a property for more than six (6)
45 months. The use must be removed prior to the expiration of the permit. The proposed amendment
46 includes clarifying language that would preclude the consecutive issuance of temporary building permits
47 for a specific temporary use on a specific property; and
48
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I NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
2 COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA:
3
4 Section 1. Recitals and Legislative Intent. The foregoing recitals, findings of fact,
5 statements of legislative intent, and conclusions of law are true and correct and
6 are hereby incorporated as if fully stated herein.
7
8 Section 2. The text of the Monroe County Code is hereby amended as follows (Deletions are
9 shown st44ke t4-etigh; additions are shown underlined):
10
11 *****
12
13 Sec. 6-112. - Temporary structures.
14 The Building Official, or his or her authorized designee, may issue a special building permit for a
15 limited time of not more than six months for the erection of temporary structures, including but not
16 limited to sheds, trailers, seats, canopies, tents, and fences used in construction work or for temporary
17 uses and events. Any such permit for temporary uses shall be in compliance with this section and the
18 provisions of the Land Development Code, specifically section 103-2 130 5 and Chapter 122 if located
19 in flood hazard areas. Any structures shall be completely removed upon expiration of the time stated in
20 the permit, which shall be the minimum amount of time necessary to accommodate the temporary use.
21 In the event a temporary structure is required for more than six months for a construction-related
22 project, the applicant shall apply for a new special building permit prior to the expiration of the
23 original building permit. For temporary uses, with the exception of public assemblies, temporary
24 construction staging areas, and temporary housing as provided for in section 103-1, no more than one
25 special building permit for a specific temporary use shall be issued on a property. A use that is
26 established or is proposed to remain on a property for more than six months shall not be considered a
27 temporary use and the use and associated structures must comply with each and every standard
28 required pursuant to the LDC.
29
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31
32 Section 3. The entirety of the record of the public hearing to consider this Ordinance at the
33 Monroe County Board of County Commissioners' regular July 161h, 2025, BOCC
34 meeting is hereby fully incorporated as if fully stated herein.
35
36 Section 4. In addition, the analysis, findings of fact, and conclusions of law in the June 25, 2025-
37 dated Monroe County Planning and Environmental Resources Department
38 ("Department") professional staff report' prepared by and from Department Senior
39 Director Devin Tolpin, A.LC.P.,2 CT M.,3 is/are moreover adopted as the BOCC's own
40 analysis,findings of fact, and conclusions of law, and the BOCC hereby incorporates said
41 professional staff report in the record as if fully set forth herein.
42
43 Section 5. The preceding record and findings of fact and conclusions of law support this decision to
44 approve this Ordinance.
'Appended as Attachment 3.hereto.
2 American Institute of Certified Planners(A.LC.P.)certification.
3 Association of State Floodplain Managers(A.S.F.M.)—Certified Floodplain Manager(C.F.M.).
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2 Section 6. To the extent of any internal or external conflicts, inconsistencies, and/or
3 ambiguities, within this Ordinance or between this Ordinance and the Monroe
4 County Code of Ordinances, Florida Building Code, Monroe County Land
5 Development Code, floodplain management regulations, Comprehensive Plan,
6 Letter of Understanding ("LOU"), Letter of Development Rights Determination
7 ("LDRD"), or any other approval of the Monroe County Board of County
8 Commissioners, Monroe County Planning Commission, Monroe County
9 Planning & Environmental Resources Department, or other department or office
10 of Monroe County, the rule, regulation, law, LOU, LDRD,provision, and/or text
11 more restrictive shall always apply and control.
12
13 Section 7. Subject to Section 6. above, the interpretation of this Ordinance and all provisions of the
14 Monroe County Comprehensive Plan, Florida Building Code, Monroe County Codes,
15 Florida Statutes, and floodplain management regulations whose interpretation arise out
16 of, relate to, or are interpreted in connection with this Ordinance, shall be liberally
17 construed and enforced in favor of Monroe County, and such interpretation shall be
18 entitled to great weight in adversarial administrative proceedings, at trial, in bankruptcy,
19 and on appeal.
20
21 Section 8. This Ordinance neither ratifies nor approves, nor shall be interpreted as ratifying or
22 approving, any violation or violations of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances,
23 Monroe County Land Development Code, Monroe County Comprehensive Plan,
24 floodplain management regulations, Florida Building Code, Florida Statutes, Florida
25 Administrative Code, or any other law,rule, or regulation,whether Federal or of the State
26 or of Monroe County, and shall not be construed as ratifying or approving of any such
27 violation of law(s), rule(s), or regulation(s).
28
29 Section 9. Approval of this Ordinance shall not estop or waive, nor shall be construed as estopping
30 or waiving, Monroe County's right to enforce, seek enforcement of, and require
31 compliance with the Monroe County Codes, Monroe County Comprehensive Plan,
32 floodplain management regulations, Florida Building Code, Florida Statutes, Florida
33 Administrative Code, or any other law, rule, or regulation, whether at law or in equity.
34
35 Section 10. Inconsistency, Partial Invalidity, Severability, and Survival of Provisions. If any
36 provision of this Ordinance, or part or any portion thereof, is held to be invalid or
37 unenforceable in or by any administrative hearing officer or court of competent
38 jurisdiction, the invalidity or unenforceability of such provision, or any part or portion
39 thereof,shall neither limit nor impair the operation,enforceability, or validity of any other
40 provision of this Ordinance, or any remaining part(s) and/or portion(s)thereof. All other
41 provisions of this Ordinance, and remaining part(s) and/or portion(s) thereof, shall
42 continue unimpaired in full force and effect.
43
44 Section 11. Repeal of Inconsistent Provisions. All ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are
45 hereby repealed to the extent of said conflict. The repeal of an ordinance herein shall not
46 repeal the repealing clause of such ordinance or revive any ordinance which has been
47 repealed thereby.
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I Section 12. Inclusion in the Monroe County Code of Ordinances. The provisions of this
2 Ordinance shall be included and incorporated into the Code of Ordinances of Monroe
3 County, Florida, and shall be numbered to conform with the uniform numbering system
4 of the Code.
5
6 Section 13. Filin2 and Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be filed in the Office of the Secretary
7 of the State of Florida and shall become effective as provided by law.
8
9 PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County,Florida,
10 at a regular meeting held on this 16'h day of July, 2025.
11
12 Mayor James K. Scholl
13 Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Lincoln
14 Commissioner Craig Cates
15 Commissioner David Rice _
16 Commissioner Holly Merrill Raschein
19 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
20 OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
21
22 By:
23 Mayor James K. Scholl
24 (SEAL)
25 ATTEST: KEVIN MADOK CLERK MONROE CO,P TTEY
,
26 AP a O FORM
27 � � ..
28 By: P i� d
29 AS DEPUTY CLERK ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY
30 Date:
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ATTACHMENT NO . 1
MEMORANDUM
MONROE COUNTY PLANNING&ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
To: Construction Industry, County Inspectors, Plans Examiners
From: Emily Schemper, AICP, CFM, Senior Director of Planning & Environmental
Resources
Date: January 31, 2025
Subject: Regulation of Food Trucks in Unincorporated Monroe County
1 This memorandum will serve as a guiding document to outline how food trucks are regulated
2 throughout Unincorporated Monroe County.
3
4 What is a Food Truck as it pertains to this Memorandum?
5
6 This memorandum shall be construed so as to relate to mobile food dispensing vehicles and
7 temporary commercial kitchens as defined by Florida Statutes in addition to restaurant uses as
8 defined by the Monroe County Land Development Code (LDC).
9
10 Per F.S. 509.102:
11
12 1) (a) As used in this section, the term "mobile food dispensing vehicle" means any vehicle
13 that is a public food service establishment and that is self-propelled or otherwise movable
14 from place to place and includes self-contained utilities, including, but not limited to, gas,
15 water, electricity, or liquid waste disposal.
16
17 httpsa//www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/mfdv-guide/
18
19 What is a Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle license? continued...
20 With a Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle (MFDV) license, operators are fully able to drive
21 from place to place throughout the state. The menu items are limited to what the equipment
22 on the vehicle can prepare. Mobile Food license holders can also offer catering services
23 and may operate at a 1-3 day temporary event without paying additional temporary event
24 fees.
25
26 What is a Self-sufficient MFDV?
27 A Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle operator that can perform all food activities inside the
28 vehicle, like storing food,preparing food, and dishwashing, is self-sufficient. If later the
29 operator were to expand operations beyond the unit's capacity then they may need a
30 commissary for storage or to conduct additional food preparation.
31
32 Water/sewer locations and commissaries
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I MFDVs must use a commercial (non-residential) location to fill up the water tank and
2 empty the wastewater tank. This can be a commissary, or it can be a water/sewer facility
3 like a truck stop or campgrounds.
4
5 Any FDACS-permitted or H&R-licensed fixed food service establishment can provide
6 commissary services for your MFDV.
7
8 Exception—If the water/sewer location is permitted by DOH, such as a school or fraternal
9 organization or bar, the Department of Health would be the permitting agency for the
10 mobile unit.
11
12 Exception—If the location is on a septic system, the county Department of Health(DOH)
13 would have to approve the system for increased use. This also applies to any other
14 water/sewer locations used by an MFDV. For this reason we recommend using a location
15 that is on municipal water/sewer.
16
17 (b) As used in this section, the term "temporary commercial kitchen" means any kitchen
18 that is a public food service establishment used for the preparation of takeout or delivery-
19 only meals housed in portable structures that are movable from place to place by a tow or
20 are self-propelled or otherwise axle-mounted, that include self-contained utilities,
21 including, but not limited to, gas, water, electricity, or liquid waste disposal. Such kitchens
22 are subject to all provisions of this chapter except as may be provided herein. The term
23 does not include a tent.
24
25 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restauranji/licensing/teek-guide/
26
27 What is a Temporary Commercial Kitchen license?
28 Temporary Commercial Kitchens (TECK) are mobile kitchen facilities that are typically
29 used when fixed kitchens are unavailable, e.g., have been damaged by a fire, or when a
30 fixed kitchen is being refurbished, when extra kitchen space is needed, and for catering at
31 events. They may also be used after a natural disaster, such as a hurricane and are
32 contained in a variety of modular structures, such as portable cabin structures, modular
33 buildings, towed trailers, or standard freight containers. Temporary Commercial Kitchens
34 cannot be tents.
35
36 In accordance with LDC Section 101-1:
37
38 Mobile vendor food unit means a non-motorized food vendor cart, which is small,
39 lightweight, and often mounted on a single-axle (two-wheeled) chassis; or a vehicle-
40 mounted food service establishment which is either self-propelled and licensed to travel on
41 public streets, or not self-propelled but is a licensed trailer which can be moved from place
42 to place.
43
44 Restaurant use means any establishment, which may or may not include a drive-through
45 service, where the principal business is the sale of food and beverages to the customer in a
46 ready-to-consume state. This includes service within the building as well as takeout or
47 carryout service. Restaurant uses are subdivided into the following intensity classifications:
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1 1) Low-intensity restaurant use means a restaurant use that generates less than 50
2 average daily trips per 1,000 square feet of floor area.
3 2) Medium-intensity restaurant use means a restaurant use that generates between 50
4 and 100 average daily trips per 1,000 square feet of floor area.
5 3) High-intensity restaurant use means a restaurant use that generates above 100
6 average daily trips per 1,000 square feet of floor area.
7
8 In accordance with Section 23-71 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances:
9
10 Mobile food vendor means any person who sells, or offers for sale, any candy, ice cream
11 confection, or any food or beverage for human consumption from any cart or vehicle of
12 any kind capable of locomotion.
13
14 What are the Requirements for a Food Truck?
15
16 For the purpose of this memorandum, any entity that meets the definition of mobile food
17 dispensing vehicle (MFDV) or mobile vendor food unit shall be referred to as a food truck.
18
19 The regulations and site requirements for a food truck will depend on the length of time that a food
20 truck is proposed to be in operation at a specific property.
21
22 No food truck shall be permitted to operate within a Monroe County or FDOT right of way.
23
24 For the purpose of this memorandum, the requirements have been broken down into two
25 scenarios: food trucks that are operating on a private property for less than 6 months and food
26 truck use operating on a private property for more than 6 months.
27
28 Regardless of length of time, a building permit is required for food trucks (mobile food
29 dispensing vehicle/mobile vendor food unit)
30 Pursuant to LDC Section 110-140:
31 A building permit is required prior to the following:
32 a) Any work specified in Chapter 6 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances;
33 b) Any change in the land use intensity, density, or use of land authorized as a permitted as-
34 of-right use under this Land Development Code;
35 c) Any change in the use of land or structure from a permitted as-of-right use within a land
36 use district to another listed permitted as-of-right use; and
37 d) Any development authorized by conditional use approval.
38
39 Monroe County Fire Rescue, Office of the Fire Marshal has prepared a memorandum of Mobile
40 Food Truck—Fire & Life Safety Requirements. The Fire Marshal's Office reviews and provides
41 inspections for Mobile Food Trucks (mobile food dispensing vehicle/mobile vendor food unit). A
42 copy of the Fire and Life Safety Requirements has been included as an attachment to this
43 document.
44
45
46
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I Food Truck Use on a Property for Less than 6 Months:
2
3 A building permit is required for a temporary use in accordance with LDC Section 110-140. The
4 building permit type that should be requested is TEMPORARY.
5
6 In accordance with LDC Section 101-1:
7
8 Temporary uses means uses that are required for a defined period of time during the
9 construction phase of permitted development(including, but not limited to, equipment
10 storage, material storage, construction/safety fencing and office trailers), capital
11 improvements, and uses that are uniquely seasonal in nature (including but not limited to,
12 public assemblies, holiday-related outdoor events such as Christmas tree and pumpkin
13 sales, temporary emergency shelters, concerts, carnivals, art shows, seminars and other
14 educational events, and tent meetings).
15
16 In accordance with LDC Section 103-102:
17 Temporary uses, other than public assemblies and temporary construction staging
18 areas. Approval of a temporary use that is not defined as a public assembly in Section 101-
19 1 or categorized as a temporary construction staging area pursuant to Section 6-3 shall be
20 granted only if the following criteria are met:
21 1) Prior to establishment of the temporary use, a special building permit approving
22 the temporary use, and any associated temporary structures, shall be issued in
23 accordance with this section and Section 6-112;
24 2) No clearing or filling of environmentally sensitive lands shall occur to
25 accommodate the temporary use;
26 3) The temporary use shall not occur in any required setback or required parking area;
27 and
28 4) The temporary use shall be compatible with existing uses on surrounding
29 properties, as determined by the Planning Director. If necessary,prior to issuance
30 of a special building permit allowing the temporary use, the Planning Director may
31 require a meeting with the applicant, the Planning Director(or his/her designee),
32 Building Official (or his/her designee), the Sheriff(or his/her designee), the Fire
33 Chief(or his/her designee), and/or a representative of the county Health
34 Department to negotiate mutually satisfactory conditions under which the
35 temporary use may be approved to avoid substantial harm to the public health or
36 safety and to minimize or to avoid substantial harm to, or impairment of the normal
37 use of, a public place or to avoid substantial harm to the environment. Depending
38 on the nature and anticipated duration of the temporary use, as a condition of
39 approval to the special building permit, the Planning Director and Building Official
40 reserve the right to:
41 a. Require fencing, landscaping and/or other screening to limit potential
42 visual and noise impacts of the temporary use on adjacent property
43 owners; and
44 b. Require full compliance with the surface water management provisions
45 provided in Chapter 114, article I and the bufferyard provisions provided
46 in Chapter 114, article V.
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I In accordance with Section 6-112 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances:
2 The Building Official, or his or her authorized designee, may issue a special building
3 permit for a limited time of not more than six months for the erection of temporary
4 structures, including but not limited to sheds, trailers, seats, canopies, tents, and fences
5 used in construction work or for temporary uses and events. Any such permit for
6 temporary uses shall be in compliance with this section and the provisions of the Land
7 Development Code, specifically section 130-5 and Chapter 122 if located in flood hazard
8 areas. Any structures shall be completely removed upon expiration of the time stated in the
9 permit, which shall be the minimum amount of time necessary to accommodate the
10 temporary use. In the event a temporary structure is required for more than six months for
11 a construction-related project, the applicant shall apply for a new special building permit
12 prior to the expiration of the original building permit.
13
14 In accordance with Section 6-112, a temporary use permit shall not be extended or issued that
15 would permit any food truck to be operating on a property for more than 6 months. The food truck
16 must be removed prior to the expiration of the permit.
17
18
19
20 Food Truck Use of a Property for More than 6 Months:
21
22 A restaurant use that is proposed to be on a property for more than 6 months shall not be eligible
23 for a temporary use permit and will be required to comply with each and every standard of the
24 Monroe County Land Development Code, Florida Building Code, NFPA and any other state
25 regulation(s). A building permit is required for the establishment of a restaurant use in accordance
26 with LDC Section 110-140, even if a structure is not being constructed. The building permit type
27 that should be requested is REMODEL/REPAIR/CHANGE IN USE/OCCUPANCY (w/ or
28 w/out construction).
29
30 Where are Food Trucks Permitted as a Principal Use?
31
32 In Land Use Districts that allow restaurant uses. The following Land Use Districts allow restaurant
33 uses of various intensities:
34
35 0 Commercial Fishing Area(CFA)- Section 130-77
36 0 Commercial Fishing Special District(CFSD)- Refer to Section 130-79 for specific CFSDs
37 0 Industrial (I)- Section 130-82
38 0 Maritime Industries (MI)- Section 130-85
39 0 Military facilities (MF)- Section 130-86
40 0 Mixed Use (MU)- Section 130-88
41 0 Recreational Vehicle (RV)- Section 130-92
42 0 Suburban Commercial (SC)- Section 130-93
43 0 Urban Commercial (UC)- Section 130-97
44 0 Commercial 1 (Cl)- Section 130-102
45 0 Commercial 2 (C2)- Section 130-103
46
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I Please refer to the corresponding LDC Section to determine if the restaurant use is permitted as of
2 right, a minor conditional use or a major conditional use.
3
4 In accordance with the ITE Parking Generation Manual, a Food Truck is expected to generate
5 between 10 and 33 daily trips. Food trucks do not contain floor area in accordance with LDC
6 Section 10 1-1 and generally are considered a high intensity restaurant use,per the definition
7 provided in the LDC. The intensity of the use (number of daily trips generated per 1,000 square
8 feet of floor area) may differ depending on other established uses on site.
9 It should be noted that in order for a food truck to be permitted as an accessory use to an already
10 developed property, it would have to meet the definition of accessory use in accordance with LDC
11 Section 101-1, including being subordinate to and serving an existing principal use.
12
13 What is Being Reviewed in a Building Permit Application for a Food Truck on a Property
14 for More than 6 Months?
15 • The use must be permitted at its proposed intensity within the Land Use District of the
16 property.
17 • The use will be reviewed for compliance with LDC Chapter 110 Article III Conditional
18 Uses, and may require additional approval beyond that of the building permit.
19 • A site plan is required demonstrating compliance with the Land Development Code
20 including but not limited to:
21 o The site must be in compliance with setback requirements in accordance with LDC
22 Section 13 1-1 and 118-12. New structures and uses are not permitted within
23 required setbacks.
24 o The site must be in compliance with the minimum open space requirements of LDC
25 Sections 130-157, 130-162, and 130-164.
26 o Any new impervious areas on the site could require compliance with stormwater
27 management criteria in accordance with LDC Section 114-3.
28 o The site must have a recycling and solid waste collection area in accordance with
29 LDC Section 114-14.
30 o The site must be in compliance with off street parking requirements in accordance
31 with LDC Section 114-67. Currently, 1 parking space per 3 restaurant seats are
32 required.
33 o Bicycle parking may be required in accordance with LDC Section 114-71.
34 o If the business would result in the receipt of materials and merchandise by vehicles,
35 then a loading zone may be required in accordance with LDC Section 114-69.
36 o Landscaping may be required in accordance with LDC Sections 114-99 through
37 114-109.
38 o Bufferyards may be required in accordance with LDC Sections 114-124-114-130.
39 o Outdoor lighting must be reviewed for compliance with LDC Sections 114-159
40 through 114-164.
41 o The site may be reviewed for compliance with access standards in accordance with
42 LDC Section 114-195.
43 o The site may be reviewed for compliance with clear site triangle requirements in
44 accordance with LDC Section 114-201.
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1 • Pursuant to Comprehensive Plan Policy 301.1.2 and Policy 301.2.1, a trip generation
2 statement may be required in accordance with LDC Section 114-200.
3 • If there is construction related to the proposed use, then construction drawings are
4 required.
5 • The use must be in compliance with the nonresidential inclusionary housing requirements
6 pursuant to LDC Section 139-1(f).
7
8
9 Useful References:
10 Monroe County's Website is: https://www,monroecounty-:fl. oy/
11
12 You can access the Monroe County Land Development Code at:
13 hops://library.municode.com/fl/monroe®county/codes/land development code?nodeld=CH134MI
14 RE A.RTIINGE S134-2HOOCSPUSPESTHOSEBU
15
16 You can access F.S. 509.102 at:
17 http://www.Ie�z.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?A.pp�mode=Display Statute&Search String=&URL
18 =0500-0599/0509/Sections/0509.102.htm1
19
20 For additional Building Department information related to building and permitting:
21 hops://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/149/Building-and-Permitting
22
23 Building permit application information can be found online at: httl)s://www.monroecounly-
24 fl.gov/1278/Online-Permitting-Services
25
26 You can access information from Planning & Environmental Resources Department at:
27 hops://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/178/Planning-Environmental-Resources
28
29
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ATTACHMENT NO . 2
°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
%..#ounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
Memorandum
Date: January 28, 2025
Subject: Guidance for Mobile Food Truck- Fire & Life Safety Requirements
From: Division Chief Craig Marston, MA, FCA, CFE1, Fire Marshal
As discussed with Deputy Fire Marshal Thomas Rossano and Zully Hemeyer, the Fire Marshal's
Office reviews and provides inspections for Mobile Food Trucks.
Monroe County Fire Rescue agrees with the temporary permitting process for these types of
structures. We try to provide as much information as possible to those asking about Mobile
Food Truck businesses. The following lists applicable code references of what is required by
NFPA, however is not all inclusive. This is a representation of some of the major concerns that
the Fire Marshal's office has, in regard to Food truck safety.
LICENSING AND PERMITS: Permits are required. The following are the types of permits and
contact information for other permit agencies.
1) Current registration from the Department of Motor Vehicles Registration in the State of
Florida.
2) Current License from the Department of Business &Professional Regulation (Contact
850-487-1395)
3) Temporary Permit from the Monroe County Building Department (305-289-2501)
4) Permit application from the Florida Department of Health for a Mobile Food Dispensing
Vehicle (850-245-4250)
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: Fire extinguishers must be available and properly installed.
1) Extinguishers are accessible and properly spaced/mounted.
2) Extinguishers are maintained and have a current inspection tag by contractor licensed
in Florida.
3) Class K extinguisher provided where vegetable and animal oils/fats are used for
cooking.
4) Travel distance to fire extinguisher does not exceed 75' (other requirements may
apply).
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°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
%..#ounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
COOKING OPERATIONS: The following shall be considered requirements for any type of
cooking operations in a Mobile Food Truck:
1) Mobile or temporary operations shall be separated from buildings, structures,
combustible materials, vehicles and other cooking operations by a minimum of 10 ft.
(NFPA 96: 7.8.2)
2) All cooking appliances are contained under the hood system.
3) Cooking equipment is aligned under heads.
4) Manual pull station for hood suppression is located in the path of egress.
5) Cooking equipment is secured in place with an approved method (of cooking).
6) The hood system is free of excess accumulated grease.
7) All fat fryers shall have a lid to prevent spillage of cooking oil during transport.
8) The suppression system is tagged and inspected within 6 months by contractor licensed
in Florida. (NFPA 96:12.2)
APPLIANCES AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: The following shall be considered requirements
for power supply to Mobile Food Truck operations:
1) Appliances installed to run while the vehicle moves shall have a device installed to stop
the flow of gas in the event of a line break.
2) Appliances shall be located so that a fire at any appliance shall not block egress of
persons from the vehicle.
3) Electrical and Mechanical rooms shall be free of combustible storage.
4) Multi-plug adapters shall be listed and used in accordance with their listing (ensure
surge power strip type).
5) Extension cords are not used as permanent wiring.
6) All slots in the electrical panel have breakers or blanks in place.
7) Junction boxes and electrical outlets have covers.
8) Generators: Exhaust is directed a minimum of 5ft away from openings,building egress,
vehicles, buildings, etc.
FUEL AND WASTE: The following shall be considered requirements for fuel operations and
waste by products of Mobile Food Trucks:
1) Where solid fuel cooking appliances produce grease-laden vapors, appliances are
protected by listed fire-extinguishing equipment (NFPA 96:14.7.1)
2) Fuel is not stored: a) above any heat-producing appliance or vent (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.2),
b) closer than 3 ft to any cooking appliance (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.2), c) near any
combustible flammable liquids, ignition sources, chemicals, and food supplies and
packaged goods. (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.7), and d) fuel is not stored in the path of the ash
removal or near removed ashes (NFPA 96: 14.9.2.4)
3) Ash, cinders, and other removed fire debris should be removed from the firebox at
regular intervals and at least once a day (NFPA 96: 14.9.3.6.1)
4) Removed ashes, cinders, and other removed fire debris should be placed in a closed,
metal container located at least 3 ft from any cooking appliance.
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5535
°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
Loounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
5) Containers shall be mounted securely on the vehicle, or within the enclosing recess or
cabinet. (NFPA 58: 6.26.3.4)
6) Containers shall be installed within road clearance in accordance with 11.8.3. (NFPA 58:
6.26.3.4)
7) Fuel containers shall be mounted to prevent jarring loose and slipping or rotating, and
the fastenings shall be designed and constructed to withstand, without permanent
visible deformation, static loading in any direction equal to four times the weight of the
container filled with fuel. (NFPA 58: 6.26.3.4)
8) Field welding on containers shall be limited to attachments to non-pressure parts such
as saddle plates,wear plates, or brackets applied by the container manufacturer.
9) All container valves, appurtenances, and connections shall be protected to prevent
damage from accidental contact with stationary objects; from loose objects, stones,
mud, or ice thrown up from the ground or floor; and from damage due to overturn or
similar vehicular accident.
10)Permanently mounted ASME containers shall be located on the vehicle.
11)Weather protection is provided for cylinders located outside of a vehicle.
12)All valves, appurtenances and connections shall be protected from accidental damage
from contact or road debris.
13)LP Containers shall be marked IAW US DOT Regulations Section VII of ASME Code
"Rules for the construction of unfired pressure vessels."
14)LP Shut-Off: A sign is affixed with reflective decal letters a minimum of 2" tall that
indicates the location of the LP Shutoff.
15)LP gas system has been certified for compliance with NFPA 58 annually by contractor
licensed in Florida.
16)Ensure that Refueling is conducted only during non-operating hours. (NFPA 96: B.18.3)
17)Check that any engine-driven source of power is separated from the public by barriers,
such as physical guards, fencing or enclosures. (NFPA 96: B.16.2.2)
18)Ensure that any engine-driven source of power is shut down prior to refueling from a
portable container. (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.1.2)
19)Check that surfaces of engine-driven source of power are cool to the touch prior to
refueling from a portable container. (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.1.2)
20)Make sure that exhaust from engine driven source of power complies with the
following: 1) At least 10 ft in all directions from openings and air intakes (NFPA 96:
B.13), 2) At least 10 ft from every means of egress (NFPA 96: B.13), 3) Directed away
from all buildings (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.2), 4) Directed away from all other cooking vehicles
and operations (NFPA 1: 11.7.2.2.2).
21)Ensure that all electrical appliances, fixtures, equipment, and wiring complies with the
NFPA 70 ® (National Electrical Code, current edition).
22)Main Shutoff valve on all gas containers must be readily accessible. (NFPA 58:
6.26.4.1(3))
23)Inspect gas systems prior to each use.
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5536
°' MONROE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
%..#ounty of MonroeOffice of the Fire Marshal
The Floriday 7280 Overseas Hwy
Marathon,FL 33050
Phone:(305)289-6020
Fax:(305)289-6336
24)Proof must be provided of leak testing performed on all new gas connections of the
system (by either the manufacturer or LP service provider). (NFPA 58: 6.16, 6.17)
OTHER SAFETY: The following are the applicable life safety requirements to include but not
be limited to the following:
R All fire lanes and fire department vehicular access are marked and unobstructed. (NFPA 1,
Ch. 18.2.4)
R Clearance is provided for the fire department to access fire hydrants and connections (NFPA
1:13.1.3-13.1.5)
R Address numbers are visible, contrasting and a minimum of 6" high.
R Appliances using combustible media are protected by an approved fire extinguishing system.
(NFPA 96:10.1.2)
R Portable fire extinguishers have been selected and installed in kitchen areas in accordance
with NFPA 10 (NFPA 96: 10.9.3)
R No grilles or similar gas or charcoal fueled devices used for cooking or heating are located on
any balcony, under any overhang or within 10' of any structure.
R An approved method of contacting 911 is available and the current location of the operation
is posted for employees.
R Wheel chocks shall be used (and in place whenever parked) to prevent mobile cooking unit
from moving.
R Ensure there is no public seating within the mobile food truck.
The following are the applicable Fire and Life Safety Codes and Standards for reference:
1) The Florida Fire Prevention Code (FFPC) 8th edition effective December 31, 2023,
consisting of NFPA 1, NFPA 101, F.S. 633, & F.A.C. Chapter 69A.
2) NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers
3) NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
4) NFPA 25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire
Protection Systems
5) NFPA 58 Liquified Petroleum Gas Code
6) NFPA 70® National Electric Code® current edition
7) NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
8) NFPA 96 Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking
Operations.
We appreciate you reviewing the current process and do recommend some form of
monitoring.As previously suggested, this department will continue to require an annual Fire
and Life Safety inspections, as there is a significant risk to the public with these types of
temporary structures. Our goal with these inspections is to minimize the potential for fire and
life safety hazards.
For further information please contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 305-289-6020. Thank you.
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MEMORANDUM
MONROE COUNTY PLANNING&ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
To: Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
From: Devin Tolpin, A.LC.P.,1 C.F.M.'
Senior Director, Monroe County Planning and Environmental Resources Department
Date: June 25, 2025
Subiect: An Ordinance by the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners amending Section
6-112 of the Monroe County Code
Meeting: July 16, 2025
I. REQUEST:
On March 251h, 2025, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners ("BOCC") directed Monroe
County Planning & Environmental Resources Department ("Department") professional staff to
process a text amendment to the Monroe County Code of Ordinances ("MCC") to amend MCC Section
6-112, to clarify that no more than one special building permit for a specific temporary use shall be
issued on a property.
II. BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Following a discussion regarding food trucks and how restaurant land use is currently regulated through
the Monroe County Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan, the BOCC directed Department
professional staff to amend Section 6-112 of the Code of Ordinances.
The stationary operation of food trucks and similar uses on private properties is becoming more
prevalent throughout Monroe County. Currently, the regulations and site requirements for a food truck or
similar operation will depend on the length of time that the use is proposed to be in operation at a
specific property. Regardless of length of time, a building permit is required to establish a specific land
use on a private property. A Memorandum dated January 31, 2025, detailing the regulation of food
trucks in Unincorporated Monroe County has been included as Attachment 2 to this Department
professional staff report.
If a food truck or similar use is proposed to be in operation for fewer than six (6) months on a specific
property, then a building permit for a temporary use is required. In accordance with MCC Section 6-112,
a temporary use permit shall not be extended or issued that would permit any food truck to be operating
American Institute of Certified Planners(A.LC.P.)certification.
Association of State Floodplain Managers(A.S.F.M.)—Certified Floodplain Manager(C.F.M.).
3 Monroe County Planning and Environmental Resources Department File No.2025-085.
BOCC SR 07.16.2025 Page 1 of 2
File No. 2025-085
5539
on a property for more than six (6) months. The use must be removed prior to the expiration of the
permit. The proposed amendment includes clarifying language that would preclude the consecutive
issuance of temporary building permits for a specific temporary use on a specific property.
III. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CODE OF ORDINANCES:
The proposed text as directed by the BOCC on March 25, 2025, is shown as follows: additions are
u ticled tied and deletions are stF� elien t401),L' .
Sec. 6-112. - Temporary structures.
The Building Official, or his or her authorized designee, may issue a special building permit for a limited
time of not more than six months for the erection of temporary structures, including but not limited to
sheds, trailers, seats, canopies, tents, and fences used in construction work or for temporary uses and
events. Any such permit for temporary uses shall be in compliance with this section and the provisions of
the Land Development Code, specifically section 130-5 and Chapter 122 if located in flood hazard areas.
Any structures shall be completely removed upon expiration of the time stated in the permit, which shall
be the minimum amount of time necessary to accommodate the temporary use. In the event a temporary
structure is required for more than six months for a construction-related project, the applicant shall apply
for a new special building permit prior to the expiration of the original building permit. For flea i p�E�Ey
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IV. PROFESSIONAL STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Department professional staff recommend that the BOCC approve this proposed amendment to Section
6-112 of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances.
V. EXHIBITS ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED HERETO:
1. Draft BOCC Ordinance
2. January 31, 2025 Memorandum- Regulation of Food Trucks in Unincorporated Monroe County
BOCC SR 07.16.2025 Page 2 of 2
File No. 2025-085
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BUSINESS IMPACT ESTIMATE'
Meeting Date: July 16,2025
Proposed Ordinance Title/Reference:Ordinance amending the Monroe County Code to clarify
that for temporary uses, other than public assemblies and temporary construction staging
areas,no more than one(1)special building permit for a specific temporary use shall be issued
on a property.
The Proposed Ordinance ❑ does ® does not fall under one of the following enumerated
exceptions:?
❑ The proposed ordinance is required for compliance with Federal or State law or
regulation;
❑ The proposed ordinance relates to the issuance or refinancing of debt;
❑ The proposed ordinance relates to the adoption of budgets or budget amendments,
including revenue sources necessary to fund the budget;
❑ The proposed ordinance is required to implement a contract or an agreement,
including,but not limited to,any Federal,State,local,or private grant or other financial
assistance accepted by the county government;
❑ The proposed ordinance is an emergency ordinance;
❑ The ordinance relates to procurement;or
❑ The proposed ordinance is enacted to implement the following:
a. Part II of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, relating to growth policy, county and
municipal planning, and land development regulation, including zoning,
development orders,development agreements and development permits;
b. Sections 190.005 and 190.046, Florida Statutes, regarding community
development districts;
c. Section 553.73,Florida Statutes,relating to the Florida Building Code;or
d. Section 633.202,Florida Statutes,relating to the Florida Fire Prevention Code.
Summary of Proposed Ordinance and Statement of Public Purpose to be Served: This
ordinance will clarify that Monroe County Code ("MCC") Section 6-112 ("Temporary
Structures") does not provide for consecutive issuance of temporary structure permits for a
specific temporary use on a specific property. This ordinance clarifying the word"temporary"
in the context of permitting"for a limited time of not more than six months for the erection
of temporary structures, including but not limited to sheds, trailers, seats, canopies, tents,
and fences used in construction work or for temporary uses and events" under MCC Section
6-112, will benefit the general public by reducing uncertainty of meaning and consequently
increasing predictability regarding the meaning of"temporary"
Estimate of Direct Economic Impact on Private/For Profit Businesses:
a. Estimate of Direct Business Compliance Costs:
Clarifying that a special building permit for a temporary use,other than public assemblies
and temporary construction staging areas, is not available for multiple/consecutive
issuance and/or issuable and re-issuable ad infinitum for a specific temporary use on a
specific property,is not intended to impact any businesses in Monroe County.
b. New Charges/Fees on Businesses Impacted:
Neither residents nor lawfully permitted businesses should be affected by this ordinance.
c. Estimate of Regulatory Costs:
'Business impact statement must be posted on the county's website no later than the date the notice of proposed
enactment is published.
2 F.S.125.66(3)(c)(2025)
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This clarification of existing law presents no significant foreseeable or anticipated cost or
decrease in the County's regulatory costs. The proposed ordinance does not add any
additional enforcement or regulatory requirements for County staff beyond that which are
in the existing Code or are currently provided by the County, therefore there are no
additional regulatory costs.
Good Faith Estimate of Number of Businesses Likely Impacted: The estimated number of
businesses likely to be impacted by this ordinance cannot be quantified at this time because
the number of businesses likely to be impacted by the proposed ordinance will depend on how
many businesses have exercised business judgment by assuming that temporary special
building permits can be issued consecutively and/or ad infinitum.
Any Additional Information:N/A.
5542
Liz Yongue
From: Burke-Sue <Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2025 4:23 PM
To: Liz Yongue
Cc: Hurley-Christine; Boan-Tina; Quinn-John; Gomez-Krystal; Ballard-Lindsey; Shillinger-
Bob; Griffin-Rick
Subject: RE: Commentary for July 16 BOCC Meeting - FW: Please vote NO on Agenda Item S6.
Good afternoon,
Please see the following email regarding Wednesday' s BOCC meeting.
Sincerely,
Sue Burke
Executive Assistant to
Jim Scholl
Mayor
Monroe County District 3
530 Whitehead Street, Suite 102
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3430 (Office)
850-341-5041 (Cell)
Courier Stop: CLK - Stop #8
Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
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From: Lee Lapid <lee.lapid@yahoo.com>
Sent:Thursday,July 10, 2025 7:21 PM
To: BOCCDIS3<BOCCDIS3@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>
Subject: Please vote NO on Agenda Item S6.
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Dear Mayor Scholl:
I'm writing to strongly oppose the proposed amendment to Section 6-112 of the Monroe County Code that
would limit temporary use permits—specifically impacting food trucks in unincorporated Monroe County.
Food trucks are a vital part of our local economy, especially in Marathon. They serve both residents and
tourists, create jobs, and offer affordable dining options in a high-cost area. For many, they are the first step
toward owning a brick-and-mortar business. Restricting them to just six months of operation threatens
livelihoods, reduces food options, and discourages small business growth in the Keys.
Please vote NO on Agenda Item S6. Let's support local entrepreneurs, not shut them down
Best Regards,
Lee Lapid
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Liz Yongue
From: Burke-Sue <Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2025 4:41 PM
To: Liz Yongue
Cc: Hurley-Christine; Boan-Tina; Quinn-John; Gomez-Krystal; Ballard-Lindsey; Shillinger-
Bob; Griffin-Rick
Subject: RE: Letter for Upcoming BOCC Meeting - FW: Mayor James K Scholl letter
Attachments: Mayor James K Scholl letter.pdf
Good afternoon,
Please see the following email/letter regarding Wednesday' s BOCC meeting.
Sincerely,
Sue Burke
Executive Assistant to
Jim Scholl
Mayor
Monroe County District 3
530 Whitehead Street, Suite 102
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3430 (Office)
850-341-5041 (Cell)
Courier Stop: CLK - Stop #8
Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
www.monroecounty-fl.gov
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"The Florida Keys"
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COUNTY REGARDING COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON
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From:Jeff<cudjoepizza@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday,July 12, 2025 6:17 PM
To: BOCCDIS3<BOCCDIS3@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>
Cc: admin@jmnmanagement.com; info@cudjoepizza.com
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Sir, please see the attached letter.
Jeff M. Neary, Owner
Cudjoe Pizza, LLC
1200 N 4th St
Key West, FL 33040
215-264-6405
www.cucljoefornow pizza,
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Mayor James K. Scholl
District 3— Mayor
Subject: Please Vote No on Ordinance Targeting Food Trucks
Dear Mayor Scholl,
As a food truck owner, retired Philadelphia Firefighter and full-time resident of Cudjoe Key, I
urge you to vote NO on the proposed amendment to Section 6-112 of the Monroe County Code,
which would prohibit consecutive temporary permits for uses like food trucks. This policy would
effectively dismantle our ability to operate year-round — despite holding all required licenses,
inspections, and insurance.
Food trucks in the Keys aren't a nuisance—we're community builders. We serve working
families, offer affordable meals, and fill a void where few brick-and-mortar options exist. The
proposed ordinance unfairly penalizes legally operating, tax-paying small businesses with no
alternative permitting pathway.
Please help protect the economic diversity of our county and vote against this amendment
unless a clear path for long-term compliance is first established.
Sincerely,
Jeff M. Neary, Owner
Cudjoe Pizza, LLC
1200 N. 4th St
Key West, FL 33040
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Bob; Griffin-Rick
Subject: RE: BOCC Meeting Commentary - FW: Food Trucks
Good afternoon,
Please see the following email regarding Wednesday' s BOCC meeting.
Sincerely,
Sue Burke
Executive Assistant to
Jim Scholl
Mayor
Monroe County District 3
530 Whitehead Street, Suite 102
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3430 (Office)
850-341-5041 (Cell)
Courier Stop: CLK — Stop #8
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Hi Commissioner,
I think food trucks create a positive impact on the community.They offer an alternative opportunity for customers
and businesspeople.they are some of the smallest business opportunities in the business world. I think if they
need to be regulated then let's do so (i.e.setbacks, sewer,water,trash...) but regulating them out of existence(i.e.
treating them like restaurants) reduces the uniqueness of the Keys and eliminates a small business opportunity in
a place where starting a small business is already very difficult.
We are also being recognized for the quality of our food trucks.
Food trucks in the Keys and Kendall are named among the best in the country
Read more at: https://www.miamiherald.com/miami..
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Liz Yongue
From: Ballard-Lindsey <Balla rd-Lindsey@ Mon roeCou nty-FL.Gov>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 9:19 AM
To: County Commissioners and Aides; Liz Yongue
Cc: Schemper-Emily; Tolpin-Devin; Hurley-Christine; Shillinger-Bob; Morris-Peter; Gomez-
Krystal
Subject: FW: Save our Food Trucks - Meeting Wed 7/16
Attachments: Food Trucks Monroe County.pdf
Good morning, please see the attached letter regarding item S6 for the 7/16/2025 BOCC Meeting Agenda. Thank you.
Sincerely,
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From:Jacque Bello<j.bello2daresq@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday,July 14, 2025 11:14 PM
To: Ballard-Lindsey<Bal la rd-Li ndsey@ Mon roeCou nty-FL.Gov>
Subject: Save our Food Trucks- Meeting Wed 7/16
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Hi there,
The link to the agenda was not working. Finally found your email. Attached is my letter regarding the
Monroe Co proposal for food trucks.
Thanks,
Jacquelyn Bello
57 Snapper Ave, Key Largo, FL 33037
Key Largo Canvas
Office# 305-451-1302 Cell# 305-522-6343
2
Hi my name is Jacquelyn Bello. I have lived in Monroe County, specifically Key Largo since age
2. 1 have raised two children in this town. I am a home owner and a business owner and
consider myself to be a steward of this planet and the Florida Keys we all call home. I have
seen many things change over the years, some for the better, some not so much.
I write this today in support of our local food trucks. While my family enjoys cooking and being
creative in the kitchen, we like many others enjoy going out for a meal. In fact, many days we
find ourselves busy running our family business, established in Key Largo in 1980 and rely on
local restaurants for a quick meal to keep us going. I know much of our local work force also
relies on food truck based restaurants.
In recent years there has been a noticeable increase in food trucks. I am not sure why the
county seems to want to force these people to either up and move every 6 months or basically
close their doors. I feel the county does not have a plan for these so-called "District Building
Permits and/or Development Approvals" they are proposing and I truly hope it is not the district's
intention to propose each of these trucks should now further develop these locations with
additional permanent structures and facilities. The accelerated development of this community
can only be exacerbated by these requirements being placed on so many already established
local food trucks which, alongside brick and mortar restaurants, help feed our work force as well
as our visitors.
Where is this pressure to out the food trucks coming from? The growing number of people in our
community simply can not be supported by only brick and mortar restaurants. We just don't
have that type of space. Quite frankly, food trucks offer a quick tidy alternative when you don't
have time to spend an hour at a restaurant, they take up a smaller footprint structurally and are
also generally more eco friendly. They are certainly a better alternative than big chain fast food.
What is next... What of our local cottage establishments. Is the county going to try to shut these
family businesses down because the location of their business is residential and not commercial
mixed use?
Our neighbors to the South in the City of Key West seem to have a reasonable solution for their
Food Trucks and Mobile Vendors. It seems adopting this ordinance would be reasonable for our
unincorporated Monroe County. I would imagine the existing food trucks as well as their
landlords would find this much more reasonable than the current proposal with an unattainable
resolution to already established businesses.
Thank you & Long Live the Conch Republic
Jacquelyn Bello
Key Largo Canvas
305-522-6343
Liz Yongue
From: Burke-Sue <Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 12:14 PM
To: Liz Yongue
Cc: Hurley-Christine; Boan-Tina; Quinn-John; Ballard-Lindsey; Gomez-Krystal; Shillinger-
Bob
Subject: RE: 07/16/2025 BOCC Meeting Commentary - FW: Food truck permits
My apologies, the last email from me (that also follows) is intended as
commentary regarding item S6 for Wednesday' s BOCC meeting and not for today' s
Budget meeting.
Sincerely,
Sue Burke
Executive Assistant to
Jim Scholl
Mayor
Monroe County District 3
530 Whitehead Street, Suite 102
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3430 (Office)
850-341-5041 (Cell)
Courier Stop: CLK - Stop #8
Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
www.monroecounty-fl.gov
�A'al
k7lF
Monroe County, Florida
"The Florida Keys"
PLEASE NOTE: FLORIDA HAS A VERY BROAD RECORDS LAW. MOST WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS TO OR FROM THE
COUNTY REGARDING COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON
REQUEST. YOUR EMAIL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.
From: Burke-Sue
Sent:Tuesday,July 15, 2025 12:10 PM
To: Liz Yongue<eyongue@monroe-clerk.com>
Cc: Hurley-Christine<Hurley-Christine@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>; Boan-Tina <Boan-Tina@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>;
Quinn-John <Quinn-John@MonroeCounty-Fl.gov>; Ballard-Lindsey<Ballard-Lindsey@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>; Gomez-
Krystal <Gomez-Krystal@MonroeCounty-Fl.gov>; Shillinger-Bob<ShiIIinger-Bob@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>
Subject: RE: Budget Meeting Commentary- FW: Food truck permits
Good morning,
Please see the following email regarding today' s budget meeting.
1
Sincerely,
Sue Burke
Executive Assistant to
Jim Scholl
Mayor
Monroe County District 3
530 Whitehead Street, Suite 102
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3430 (Office)
850-341-5041 (Cell)
Courier Stop: CLK - Stop #8
Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
www.monroecounty-fl.gov
�A'al
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Monroe County, Florida
"The Florida Keys"
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COUNTY REGARDING COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON
REQUEST. YOUR EMAIL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.
From: Susan R Heim <s.asnrh %rrr( aalecaarrr>
Sent: Monday,July 14, 2025 4:05 PM
To: BOCCDIS5<BO C�IIS_5(�IMaanraa�Caa�ant�-FL.Gov>
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Subject: Food truck permits
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Hi Holly,
support all your/BOCC efforts for 6 month permits, and any extended use beyond 6
months require building permit actions. Best success getting this item passed.
Equity is critical. In KL, I speak with restaurant owners who say 1) the restaurants pay
ongoing business expenses not paid by food trucks, 2) the restaurants are losing
customers to the food trucks, which = reduction of income, and need for less staff.
Lastly, the trucks are not bound by county regulations regarding seating or parking
spaces (in KL, normally vehs park on US1 right-of-way, shoulder, or at the edge of the
actual travel lane.)
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Sue Heim
cc: BOCC Commissioners
-------------------------
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Liz Yongue
From: Burke-Sue <Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 2:14 PM
To: Liz Yongue
Cc: Hurley-Christine; Boan-Tina; Quinn-John; Burtner-Brittany; Gomez-Krystal; Ballard-
Lindsey; Shillinger-Bob
Subject: RE: 07/16-2025 BOCC Meeting Commentary - MFW: Requesting your consideration
for the meeting tomorrow
Good afternoon,
Please see the following email regarding tomorrow' s BOCC meeting.
Sincerely,
Sue Burke
Executive Assistant to
Jim Scholl
Mayor
Monroe County District 3
530 Whitehead Street, Suite 102
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3430 (Office)
850-341-5041 (Cell)
Courier Stop: CLK - Stop #8
Burke-Sue@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov
www.monroecounty-fl.gov
�A'al
k7lF
Monroe County, Florida
"The Florida Keys"
PLEASE NOTE: FLORIDA HAS A VERY BROAD RECORDS LAW. MOST WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS TO OR FROM THE
COUNTY REGARDING COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON
REQUEST. YOUR EMAIL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.
From: Marlies Tumolo<marliestumolo@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday,July 15, 2025 1:49 PM
To: Cates-Craig<Cates-Craig@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>; BOCCDIS5<BOCCDIS5@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>; BOCCDIS2
<boccdis2@monroecounty-fl.gov>; BOCCDIS3<BOCCDIS3@ Mon roeCounty-FL.Gov>; BOCCDIS4
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Subject: Requesting your consideration for the meeting tomorrow
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Dear Commissioners,
I am writing as a concerned constituent regarding two important items on the agenda for tomorrow's meeting.
First, I urge you to continue supporting funding for Monroe County Sea Grant agents. These agents provide
essential services to our community—supporting fishermen, protecting our environment, and assisting local
families. Their work is critical to the well-being and sustainability of the Keys, and I ask that you maintain your
support for this invaluable program.
Second, I respectfully ask that you reconsider the ordinance requiring food trucks to get building permits or
relocate every six months. This rule would place an unnecessary burden on many small businesses that are vital
to our local economy and culture. Food trucks are an important part of life in the Keys and contribute
meaningfully to our quality of life. Please consider solutions that allow these businesses to remain stable and
continue serving our community.
Thank you very much for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Marlies Tumolo
Constituent, Key Largo, FL
Marlies Kirsten Tumolo
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction
nier iestu_moDo@gmei4.con"r
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Liz Yongue
From: Ballard-Lindsey <Balla rd-Lindsey@ Mon roeCou nty-FL.Gov>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 9:19 AM
To: County Commissioners and Aides; Liz Yongue
Cc: Schemper-Emily; Tolpin-Devin; Hurley-Christine; Shillinger-Bob; Morris-Peter; Gomez-
Krystal
Subject: FW: Save our Food Trucks - Meeting Wed 7/16
Attachments: Food Trucks Monroe County.pdf
Good morning, please see the attached letter regarding item S6 for the 7/16/2025 BOCC Meeting Agenda. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Li�y�BaUcwdl
A e to Christine HvrLe�, Covot� Ac�o/d n str,2tor
-?,Vs�ness M,2n,29er - Ac{o/dn str,2tCon
1I00 Sintooton Street, Sv to 2-205
K.e� VVest, FL :2,:2,040
(305)292-444� (offiCe)
(:2,05):2,9:2,-4442 (ceLL Phone)
(305)292-4544
Courier Stop #!
.4ov
www.vKovq,roec,o
Monroe County, Florida
"The Florida Keys"
"We may encounter many defeats, but we must not be defeated."—Maya Angelou
PLEASE NOTE: FLORIDA HAS A VERY BROAD RECORDS LAW. MOST WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS TO OR FROM TTtE
COUNTY 2E(�ARDINC7 COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON
REQUEST. YOUR EMAIL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE.
Plea,,,e consider the environrymit when
4� deciding whetl,ier to print phis emaiL
From:Jacque Bello<j.bello2daresq@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday,July 14, 2025 11:14 PM
To: Ballard-Lindsey<Bal la rd-Li ndsey@ Mon roeCou nty-FL.Gov>
Subject: Save our Food Trucks- Meeting Wed 7/16
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CAUTION:This email originated from outside of the County. Whether you know the sender or not, do not click links or
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Hi there,
The link to the agenda was not working. Finally found your email. Attached is my letter regarding the
Monroe Co proposal for food trucks.
Thanks,
Jacquelyn Bello
57 Snapper Ave, Key Largo, FL 33037
Key Largo Canvas
Office# 305-451-1302 Cell# 305-522-6343
2
Hi my name is Jacquelyn Bello. I have lived in Monroe County, specifically Key Largo since age
2. 1 have raised two children in this town. I am a home owner and a business owner and
consider myself to be a steward of this planet and the Florida Keys we all call home. I have
seen many things change over the years, some for the better, some not so much.
I write this today in support of our local food trucks. While my family enjoys cooking and being
creative in the kitchen, we like many others enjoy going out for a meal. In fact, many days we
find ourselves busy running our family business, established in Key Largo in 1980 and rely on
local restaurants for a quick meal to keep us going. I know much of our local work force also
relies on food truck based restaurants.
In recent years there has been a noticeable increase in food trucks. I am not sure why the
county seems to want to force these people to either up and move every 6 months or basically
close their doors. I feel the county does not have a plan for these so-called "District Building
Permits and/or Development Approvals" they are proposing and I truly hope it is not the district's
intention to propose each of these trucks should now further develop these locations with
additional permanent structures and facilities. The accelerated development of this community
can only be exacerbated by these requirements being placed on so many already established
local food trucks which, alongside brick and mortar restaurants, help feed our work force as well
as our visitors.
Where is this pressure to out the food trucks coming from? The growing number of people in our
community simply can not be supported by only brick and mortar restaurants. We just don't
have that type of space. Quite frankly, food trucks offer a quick tidy alternative when you don't
have time to spend an hour at a restaurant, they take up a smaller footprint structurally and are
also generally more eco friendly. They are certainly a better alternative than big chain fast food.
What is next... What of our local cottage establishments. Is the county going to try to shut these
family businesses down because the location of their business is residential and not commercial
mixed use?
Our neighbors to the South in the City of Key West seem to have a reasonable solution for their
Food Trucks and Mobile Vendors. It seems adopting this ordinance would be reasonable for our
unincorporated Monroe County. I would imagine the existing food trucks as well as their
landlords would find this much more reasonable than the current proposal with an unattainable
resolution to already established businesses.
Thank you & Long Live the Conch Republic
Jacquelyn Bello
Key Largo Canvas
305-522-6343