§ 153.163 VENDING CARTS.
   (A)   Stationary vending carts. Vending carts on private property associated with an established retail or service business shall be subject to the following regulations:
      (1)   A valid business license shall be required to operate any vending cart on private property, even if the cart remains at a fixed location.
      (2)   If food is prepared or sold from the vending cart, the operator shall obtain and maintain a valid County Health Department permit.
      (3)   Vending carts may be located either inside or outside of a building, subject to the location restrictions identified in divisions (A)(5) through (A)(7) below.
      (4)   The vendor shall not place any permanent or temporary fixtures at the location of the vending activity, including, but not limited to chairs, tables, signs not affixed to the cart, or storage facilities.
      (5)   The vending cart shall not be located on any landscaped area or parking area, nor shall it impede access to any parking area.
      (6)   The vending cart shall not be placed in a manner that obstructs or impedes pedestrian circulation.
      (7)   The vending cart shall not be located on any public right-of-way unless otherwise authorized by the city.
      (8)   No sales shall be solicited from or made to motorists.
      (9)   A maximum of two signs, affixed to the cart, shall be permitted, with each sign limited in size to two square feet.
      (10)   All vending carts shall be equipped with trash receptacles of sufficient size to accommodate trash generated by the use.
   (B)   Movable vending carts. Movable vending carts operating on public rights-of-way are permitted only with a valid business license. All such carts must comply with health regulations of Los Angeles County and the State of California, and any other regulations or requirements which apply to their use and operation.
('65 Code, § 9-3.852) (Ord. 455-C.S., passed 11-21-95)