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Guide to Vendor Permits in Duval County

Original title: Tax Collector - Vendor Permits

Business Licensing City of Jacksonville Vendor Permits Local Government Tax Collector

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The Frame

What this does

Businesses operating in Jacksonville or Duval County must obtain specific permits and a Local Business Tax Receipt to operate legally, with some applications requiring a $1,000 bond for non-local s.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Transient merchants

Must deposit a $1,000 bond if they lack a permanent local address and must provide notarized property owner permission.

Sidewalk vendors

Must obtain specific insurance and, if operating downtown, approval from the Downtown Investment Authority.

Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle operators

Must obtain state-level licensing from the DBPR rather than the local Tax Collector.

What changed

No recent stage movement in the current record.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Background

Jim Overton serves as the Tax Collector for Duval County, an elected official responsible for the administration of various tax and licensing services. context

Summary

This document outlines the requirements for obtaining a vendor permit in Jacksonville and Duval County. It specifies which business activities require a permit, where to apply, and the documentation needed for the application process.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a vendor permit if I have a Local Business Tax Receipt?

Yes, if your business activity falls into specific categories like auctioneer, sidewalk vendor, , street vendor, or residential solicitor, you need a vendor permit in addition to your Local Business Tax Receipt.

Where can I apply for a vendor permit?

You must apply in person at the Duval County Tax Collector’s Office located at 231 E. Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202.

Can I get a permit for a food truck at the Tax Collector's office?

No. As of July 2020, the Tax Collector no longer issues permits for Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles; these are licensed by the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Why It Matters

Businesses operating in Jacksonville or Duval County must obtain specific permits and a Local Business Tax Receipt to operate legally, with some applications requiring a $1,000 bond for non-local s.

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Mobile Food Vehicle Licensing Change

As of July 2020, the Duval County Tax Collector ceased issuing vendor permits for mobile food vehicles, shifting the responsibility to the state-level DBPR.

Department of Business and Professional Regulation Duval County Tax Collector’s Office

Connected Entities

organizationCity of Jacksonville“Local government authority”Map →

organizationDowntown Investment Authority“Approving authority for downtown sidewalk vendors and cafes”Map →

personJim Overton“Tax Collector for Duval County”Map →

organizationDepartment of Business and Professional Regulation“State agency licensing mobile food vehicles”Map →

organizationDuval County Tax Collector’s Office“Issuing authority for vendor permits”Map →

Sources

Open source document

taxcollector.coj.net

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