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- What types of Cottage Foods may I produce?
- What foods may we not sell as Cottage Foods?
- Why are some products not allowed to be sold as Cottage foods?
- Do I need a Health Permit to sell Cottage Foods?
- Are there production limits for my Cottage Food Business?
- Can I sell Cottage Foods over the phone or the Internet?
- Can I sell my Cottage Foods to a wholesaler, etc.?
- Why can’t I sell Cottage Foods to my favorite restaurant, etc.?
- Where may I sell my Cottage Foods?
- Must I put a label on my Cottage Foods?
- How do I file a complaint against a Cottage Food operation?
- Can I give out Cottage Food samples?
- Do I need to obtain a Business License for Cottage Foods?
- Do I need to collect Sales Tax for Cottage Foods?
- Where can I find a copy of the Cottage Food Law?
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Do I need to obtain a Business License for Cottage Foods?
A home-based business license is usually required, however, this requirement varies between jurisdictions. Please contact the following Business License Departments to find out if a business license is required:
- Washoe County (775) 328-3733
- City of Reno (775) 334-2090
- City of Sparks (775) 353-2360
Last modified on 09/17/2025
NOTICE: The Washoe County Health District will be changing its name to Northern Nevada Public Health on Aug. 31, 2023. That move will result in major design changes (look and feel) to the website, a new URL (NNPH.org), a new logo and more. More information on the change will be available soon.