DBPR HR-7031 at a glance
What it is: DBPR HR-7031 is the Application for Mobile Public Food Service Establishment License with Plan Review, from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Who signs: Your signature certifies that you are empowered to execute this application as required by Section 559.79, Florida Statutes.
A filled-in DBPR HR-7031 example: a new mobile food vehicle
How to fill out DBPR HR-7031, box by box
License type and vehicle
Choose the license type which best suits your public food service establishment: Hot Dog Cart (2014/HTDG), Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle (2014/MFDV) or Temporary Commercial Kitchen (2014/TECK).
Provide Vehicle or Kitchen Specific Information: Yes No - Is this vehicle or kitchen self-sufficient? If "No", you are required to provide commissary information for approval. Provide the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or Serial Number if available.
Section 3 - Application Type
Check the box that best describes your public food service establishment (select one only): New Establishment, new, never licensed or closed for more than 18 months, or Change of Ownership with Remodel, previously licensed within the last 18 months by Hotels & Restaurants.
If Change of Ownership, provide the previous DBPR License number and the previous business name.
General Application Information
Enter the Federal Employers Identification Number (FEIN) for businesses and corporations, and the Social Security Number (REQUIRED) for the president, primary shareholder, partner or individual.
Under the Federal Privacy Act, disclosure of Social Security Numbers is voluntary unless specifically required by Federal statute. In this instance, disclosure of social security numbers is mandatory pursuant to Title 42 United States Code, Sections 653 and 654; and sections 409.2577, 409.2598, and 559.79, Florida Statutes.
Enter the Sales Tax Number (Check if exempt) and the Opening Date (MM/DD/YYYY).
Ownership Information
Provide details of the ownership structure. Business Type: select ONE only of Corporation or LLC, Partnership, LP, LLP, or LLLP, or Individual (Sole Proprietor). If other than a Sole Proprietor, provide the Corporation, LLC, Partnership, LP, LLP, or LLLP Name.
Under Business Ownership, list all persons with ownership greater than or equal to 10%: Name, Social Security Number, Address and Ownership %.
Officers of a corporation or LLC
For Corporations or LLCs Only, provide information for each Officer, Director, Chief Executive, or other person who is able to directly or indirectly control the operation of the public food service establishment: Officer's Name, Social Security Number, Address and Title.
Main address
The Main Address (MA) will be designated as the "address of record" for the establishment. Enter the Routing Name (e.g., Management Company, contact name), Street Address or Post Office Box, City, State, Zip Code (+4 optional), E-Mail Address, Phone Number and Country.
DBA and commissary or water/sewer location
Provide the DBA of your business and Commissary or Water/Sewer Location Address: Establishment Name (DBA), Street Address, Florida County, City and Zip Code (+4 optional).
Mailing Information
The Mailing Information address will be used by the Division for any mailings. Choose one: Use below address for mailings, or Use Section 6 - Main Address for mailings.
Under Mailing Information, enter the Routing Name, Street Address or Post Office Box, City, State, Zip Code (+4 optional), Country and Phone Number.
Menu, Equipment and Construction Information
Menu - List all foods that will be served from your vehicle or kitchen.
Note: The wastewater tank must be at least 15% larger than the freshwater tank. Both tanks must be a part of the vehicle or kitchen.
Enter the Water Tank Size (gallons) and Location, the Water Heating Device Size (gallons) and Location, and the Wastewater Tank Size (gallons) and Location.
For Vehicle or Kitchen Interior Finishes (for enclosed units only-for example, FRP, vinyl, painted metal, etc.), enter the Floor, Cove Base (Baseboards), Walls and Ceiling.
Affirmation by written declaration
Your signature on this written declaration has the same legal effect as an oath or affirmation. Under penalties of perjury, you declare that you have read the application and the facts stated in it are true.
Enter the Applicant Name and Applicant Title, sign on the Signature line, and enter the Date.
More rules for DBPR HR-7031
Attach a scaled plan, for both new and remodeled establishments, showing all kitchen equipment, plumbing fixtures, storage, etc. You may submit as many sets of plans that you need stamped for local authorities.
For establishments that are not self-sufficient: include DBPR HR-7022, Commissary Services Notification for all commissaries to be used. The plans cannot be approved without the information on that form.
Create your Online Account to self-print and maintain your license.
For Temporary Commercial Kitchens complete form DBPR HR-7034, Notification of Temporary Commercial Kitchen Operations to designate the initial operating location and to designate a new operating location whenever the operating location changes.
Common questions about DBPR HR-7031
Where do I file it?
Submit the completed application with plans, fees, and supporting documents listed in Section 9. The Division of Hotels and Restaurants is at 2601 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1011.
Are there fees?
The form lists a $50 One Time Application Fee + License Fees (checked November 8, 2026).
Is there a penalty?
Falsification of any material information on this application may result in criminal penalty or administrative action, including a fine, suspension or revocation of the license.
Sources
[1] DBPR HR-7031 (2024 May), Application for Mobile Public Food Service Establishment License with Plan Review, Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (the Official source link on this page).
