Food and beverage businesses

The preparation and sale of food and beverages, even on a one-off basis or by a not-for-profit organisation, is regulated by the Tasmanian Food Act 2003 and the National Food Standards Code.  

Sale of food includes offering food or beverages (including alcohol) as a prize or reward and giving food away for the purpose of advertisement or in furtherance of trade or business. 

If you are planning to open a food business, you may be required to register your business with us. 

Food businesses

If you are planning on opening a food business, you may be required to register your business with us. More information, including application forms, requirements, and helpful templates here.

Food trucks

The Food Trucks Program allows vendors to trade throughout the Hobart municipal area to contribute to our building food scene.

Permit to occupy a public space

A permit to occupy is the type of permit businesses need if they want to use City of Hobart public space. This may include footpaths, nature strips, and parks.

Single-use plastics by-law information

Information about the single-use plastics by-law.

Back to top