Refreshment Vehicles

You must have a licence to operate a refreshment vehicle in the Township of Brock. This includes chip trucks, coffee trucks, hot dog carts, and ice cream carts. View our Refreshment Vehicle By-Law for more information on how we license and regulate refreshment vehicles.

Applying for a Licence

Please send a completed Application for a Refreshment Vehicle Licence to the Clerk's Department. Make sure to include a description of the equipment you'll be using and its intended location. Your vehicle's location must be 50 m from an eating establishment.

After approval, we will grant your licence after you've completed the following:

  • Public Health - Region of Durham provide proof of public health approval
  • Fire Department inspection and approval (this may require you to install a kitchen fire suppression system)
  • Submission of proof of liability insurance
  • Payment of the licence fee
Refreshment Vehicle Fees
Vehicle type Fee Note
Chip Truck $607  
Coffee Truck $607 First vehicle
Coffee Truck $366.60 Additional vehicle
Hot Dog Cart $303  
Ice Cream Cart $303  

Please note that Refreshment Vehicle Licences are limited each year. If you fail to comply with the By-law, you are liable to a penalty as per the Provincial Offences Act.

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