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Food Truck Permits

Mobile food vendors operating in Walhalla, whether daily, seasonally, or at a specific event, must hold a current Mobile Food Vendor Permit from the City. Permits run annually from July 1 through June 30.

Permit Types & Fees

  • In-County Annual Permit – $200.00
  • Out-of-County Annual Permit – $350.00
  • Single Day Permit – $50.00

These fees do not include the separately required City Business License. The City does not accept online or phone payments. Your permit fee (plus Business License) is due in person at City Hall (206 N Church Street) once your application is approved, not at the time you apply.

What You'll Need to Apply

  • A copy of your current SC DHEC (Dept. of Health and Environmental Control) permit
  • A color copy of a valid driver's license for each owner and operator
  • Two color photographs of each owner, taken within the last 30 days
  • A site plan showing the truck's location and layout at each site you plan to operate
  • A Fire Marshal and Code Enforcement inspection, scheduled after you apply

Where Food Trucks Can Operate

Food trucks with a valid permit may operate daily at the City’s Food Truck Center, located at 301 East Main Street. Food trucks are also welcome at City-sponsored festivals and events, typically on a first-come, first-served basis in the event’s designated food truck area.

Two Ways to Apply

Choose whichever works best for you, both are treated the same way by the City.

Apply Online

Complete the application digitally, including uploading your required documents. Fastest option if you’re comfortable submitting files online.

Download & Hand-Deliver

Print the paper application and bring it, along with copies of your documents, to City Hall in person. A good option if you’d rather not upload personal documents online.

Owner Name(Required)
Fee (plus Business License) is due in person at City Hall once your application is approved, the City does not accept online or phone payments.
e.g. the Food Truck Center at 301 East Main Street, and/or specific events.
Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB.
Upload a copy of your current SC DHEC permit.
Drop files here or
Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 4.
    Color copy of a valid driver's license for each owner/operator.
    Drop files here or
    Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 4.
      Color photo of each owner, taken within the last 30 days.
      Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB.
      A site plan showing the truck's layout and orientation at your planned location(s).
      This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

      Prefer to print and hand-deliver? Download the Paper Application (PDF) and bring it to City Hall.

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      Applying for a Special Event Permit

      Any outside organization hosting a public event in Walhalla needs a Special Event Permit before the event can be approved. Here’s what to know before you apply.

      ⏱ Submit at least 60 days before your event

      Applications received fewer than 60 days out may not be processed in time. Plan accordingly.

      What you’ll need

      1. Completed Special Event Permit Application
      2. Non-refundable $100 application fee
      3. Proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance naming the City of Walhalla as co-insured
      4. All vendors (including entertainers) must hold a current Walhalla business license
      5. Food vendors must additionally register for and collect the city’s 2% hospitality tax

      City spaces available for permitted events

      • City Green — N Catherine Street & Main Street (next to Arby’s)
      • Brown Square — Main Street & College Street
      • City facilities (Depot, Old St. John’s, Recreation Facilities) — these also require a separate RecDesk reservation
      Submit application to
      City Administrator’s Office, 105 W South Broad Street, Walhalla, SC 29691
      Questions
      (864) 638-4343
      Download Special Event Permit Application

      Water Service Changes

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      Office address
      206 N Church Street, Walhalla, SC 29691
      Hours
      Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
      Phone
      (864) 638-4343, ext. 2

      Starting service

      Bring the following to the office:

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      Stopping service

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      Apply for a Utility Tap

      New water and sewer tap applications must be submitted in person and require sign-off from both the City and OJRSA before a tap can be approved.

      How to apply

      1. Download and complete both forms below
      2. Bring completed forms to the Water Department at 206 N Church Street
      3. Contact OJRSA separately to confirm capacity at your address as  the City cannot approve the tap until OJRSA signs off
      4. Allow additional processing time for OJRSA review
      Water Department
      206 N Church Street, Walhalla, SC 29691
      Hours
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      Phone
      (864) 638-4343, ext. 2

      Required forms

      Utility Tap Application OJRSA Sewer Accessibility Form

      Note: water-only taps still require the Utility Tap Application. The OJRSA form is required for sewer taps or combined water+sewer taps only.