Consumer Information

The Department of Code Enforcement licenses cart vendors who serve customers on the sidewalks of Indianapolis. Local ordinances designate four different types of carts, food carts, frozen food carts, flower carts, and merchandise carts. Below, you will find links to several resources related to cart vendor service in Indianapolis.

     Map of cart zones

     2013 Food Cart Zone Assignments

For questions or comments, please call (317) 327-4316 or email licensing@indy.gov.

Vendor Information

If you are looking to open a vendor cart business, the following links provide helpful information regarding City licensure:

     Cart Vendor License Application

     Ordinance

     Cart Vendor License Requirements

     Link to the website for the Marion County Department of Health