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MARYLAND MOBILE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION
PACKET
Maryland Health-General Code Annotated, §21-321 and Annotated Code of Maryland (COMAR)
10.15.03.33, requires that properly prepared plans be submitted and approved, before a person
constructs a food establishment, remodels or alters a food establishment, or converts or remodels an
existing building for use as a food establishment. A plan review is required to:
Ensure food establishments are built or renovated according to current rules and
regulations;
Enhance food safety and sanitation by promoting efficient layout and flow of
food based on the menu and food preparation processes; and
Help prevent code violations by addressing potential layout and design issues
prior to construction.
This Mobile Food Establishment Plan Review Application Packet is intended to help you through the plan review process
and to ensure that your mobile unit or pushcart meets the requirements of COMAR 10.15.03.25 Special Food Service
Facilities. This document should be completed as part of the plan review process and subsequent food service permit
issuance. The plan review helps to avoid future problems. By listing and locating equipment on floor plans and
diagramming specifications for electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems, potential problems can be spotted while
still on paper and modifications made BEFORE costly purchases, installation and construction.
This packet consists of the following information:
Mobile Food Establishment Plan Review Worksheet
Commissary or Base of Operations Authorization Form
Please complete the attached documents and submit with the required plan review application and fees to the Queen
Anne’s County Environmental Programs. Approval from the Local Health Department (LHD) must be obtained prior to
construction or purchasing a unit.
The following must to be submitted at a minimum of thirty (30) days prior to operation with your completed
application and fees to expedite review and approval or your permit request;
1. Full menu—Note: the available equipment may dictate restrictions on the type of food prepared.
2. HACCP Plan detailing food procedures;
3. Complete floor plans of the unit drawn to scale, including placement of all equipment;
4. List of all equipment necessary for the operation of the unit i.e. Cut sheets, manufacturer’s specifications or
photos of the unit and all equipment. Note: All equipment must meet the requirements of COMAR
10.15.03.15;
5. Provide plumbing specification of all equipment including ware washing sinks;
6. A description of the construction materials used on the unit, including surface finishes for floors, walls,
ceilings, lighting, and countertops (as applicable);
7. Information relating to your base of operation, including approximate dates of use;
8. Dates of operation and location (i.e. where you will be operating the unit) if required by local code;
9. Letter of agreement for proposed Commissary or Base of Operation that is signed by owner of facility (see
attached Commissary or Base of Operations Authorization Form). Potable (drinking) water and wastewater
disposal is required for all mobile food establishments unless your unit is serving only prepackaged foods and
bottled/canned drinks. Note: The LHD will evaluate the proposed fill and dump site to ensure the design
of the septic system can handle the proposed volume and strength of the waste water from your
pushcart or mobile unit. This will be based on your menu and an evaluation of the potential daily
volume of wastewater;
10. Certified Food Managers card if applicable in the jurisdiction in which you wish to operate; and