Renew your Adams County retail food license by December 31

Adams County, Colorado. Free checklist, fees and a reminder.

When is it due?

Payment is due by December 31 each year for next year's license.

Who this is for: Mobile food trucks, trailers and pushcarts, and other retail food in Adams County.

How much does it cost?

  • 2026 fees: Mobile unit, prepackaged food: $338
  • Mobile unit, full service: $481
  • Limited retail food service: $338

2027 renewal rates are not published yet.

What if I'm late?

Check with your local health department. Official page

Your free renewal checklist

  1. Find your Adams County retail food license and check the expiry date on it.
  2. Make sure your business name, address and owner details are still right.
  3. Call 303.288.6816 to book a renewal inspection, or reserve a spot at a mobile renewal event.
  4. Pay by December 31.
  5. Have your renewal fee ready (see the fees above).
  6. Keep a copy of your receipt and your new license where you can show it.
  7. Set a reminder for next year so you never miss December 31.

Don't miss December 31

Get a free reminder before your license is due. Want help? Renewal paperwork help is a $49 add-on. You still send it in.

Sources (checked 2026-10-17): adamscountyhealthdepartment.org, adamscountyhealthdepartment.org. Rules can change. Always confirm with the official page: adamscountyhealthdepartment.org.