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MFU
City of Aurora, IL
Mobile Food Unit Application
Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Completed applications may be submitted to: Revenue & Collections, 44 E. Downer Pl.
Application Checklist
Event-Based License Fees:*
1. One Event License $30 (Limit of two One Event licenses per calendar year, and an event can be up to two consecutive days)
2. Four Event License $100 (Four events in one calendar year, and limit of one Four Event License per calendar year)
Annual Vendor Licenses (Bond in lieu of fee, see pg. 3 for additional information):*
1. Bi-Annual (6 months) $250 Bond
2. Annual (12 months) $500 Bond
3. Associated with restaurant located within the City of Aurora (No charge)
If associated with a restaurant located within the City of Aurora (no charge):
Business name and Address
Unit Type:
1. Trailer
2. Truck
3. Other (please describe in space to the right)
Other (please describe):
Tent, Pop-up, Peddler, Etc.
Proof of Insurance*
Current Certificate of Insurance (COI) that lists the City of Aurora and/or event sponsor as the primary, non-contributory additional insured on all applicable policies with GL being a minimum of $1M per occurrence and $2M general aggregate.
Aurora Fire Department Approval*
Proof of compliance with local health department*
Private Property Consent Form (If applicable)
Signed Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement
Signed Indemnification
1. Check here if part of city-sponsored special event
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Step Two

Applicant Information:
Applicant/Corporate Name:*
Applicant/Corporate Name
d/b/a Name:
d/b/a Name:
Business Address:*
Address
City:*
City
State:*
Zip Code:*
Zip Code
Phone Number:*
Primary Phone
Email Address:*
Vaild Email address
Additional Business Contact:
Contact Name
Address
Address
City
City
State
Zip Code
Zip Code
Phone Number
Primary Phone
Email Address
Vaild Email address
Website:
Enter website address
Food & Beverage Tax Information
State of Illinois Tax Identification Number:*
Enter number here
First Taxable Sales Date in Aurora:*
First Taxable Sales Date in Aurora:
Select date
Registrant's type of business/organization (if Incorporated):*
1. Sole Proprietorship
2. Partnership
3. Corporation
4. Other
Date of Incorporation
Date of Incorporation
State of Incorporation
Address of Corporate Offices
City, State, Zip
Registrant's owner(s), corporate officers or general partners:
Name, Home Address, Phone, Title
Registrant's owner(s), corporate officers or general partners:
Name, Home Address, Phone, Title
Registrant's owner(s), corporate officers or general partners:
Name, Home Address, Phone, Title
Has the ownership you are now registering engaged in business in the City of Aurora under a previous registration? If yes, please indicate registration numbers below:
ROT:
FEIN:
FEIN
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Step Three

Bond Information:
If vendors choose the semi-annual or annual license a bond is required. The semi-annual license bond is $250.00 and the annual is $500.00 The bond may be in the form of cash, check or money order and turned in with a completed application. No credit cards are accepted.
How does the bond work?
Revenue & Collections will create an account in our billing system for the business. The bond money is applied to this account as a deposit and will show as a deposit on the account. The bond/deposit is held until the end of the season for the unit and may be applied to the taxes with any overages returned (prior approval needed), or the account can be kept open if they plan to continue to do business in Aurora.
Questions may be directed to Revenue & Collections at 630-256-3560.
Fire Prevention Requirements Checklist
The requirements below detail what the Aurora Fire Prevention Bureau will look for during the inspection process. Mobile food units that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be issued a license by the City of Aurora. If your Mobile Food Unit is registered/licensed in another community, please fax or email a copy of the permit/license to [email protected] or 630-256-3569 for expedited processing.
If you have Griddles, Grill(s), Deep Fryer and/or Open Flame the following are all required:
1. Class K Fire Extinguisher
2. Ansul R-102 or a Class K Fire Suppression System
3. One (1) 10 lb. Class ABC rated Fire Extinguisher
Ventilation:
1. Functioning ventilation or hood exhaust system
If the Mobile Food Unit uses a generator:
1. The generator must be a minimum of ten (10) feet from any buildings, other vehicles and away from public access.
2. No fuel/gasoline may be stored on the truck.
If your mobile food unit is a non-cooking unit, the following is required:
1. One (1) 10lb. Class ABC rated fire extinguisher.
All fire extinguishers are required to be currently inspected and tagged with commercial inspection tag.
Questions? Please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 630-256-4130.
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Fire Prevention Requirements
The requirements below detail what the Aurora Fire Prevention Bureau will look for during the inspection process. Mobile food units that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be issued a permit by the City of Aurora.
Cooking on site:*
1. Yes
2. No
Type:*
1. Propane
2. Charcoal
Amount of Propane on Site:*
Propane Storage Method*
List type, size, and number of Fire Extinguishers:*
Will a tent be used:*
1. Yes
2. No
Size
No grills, open flames, or propane tanks allowed under / within tents.
Grills must be placed outside and clear of tents and propane must maintain a 10ft. setback from tent.
How is Electrical power being supplied?
Description of food service:
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Step Five

Affidavit
By checking the "I agree" box below, you agree and acknowledge that 1) the information contained in the foregoing application is true and correct, 2) you understand that any untrue, inconsistent, incorrect or misleading information contained herein shall be cause for the refusal to grant, non-renewal or the revocation of any license granted pursuant to this application, 3) you have read and understand all applicable laws of the City of Aurora's Code of Ordinances and fully understand your obligations under said applicable local laws, 4) you swear and affirm not to violate any of the relevant laws of the United States, the State of Illinois or any of the ordinances of the City of Aurora in the conduct of the place of business described herein, 5) you understand and agree that if you violate any local or state laws while you have a City of Aurora License, said license may be suspended or revoked, 6) you further authorize the City of Aurora or any of its designated agents to contact any agency or individual named or referred to in this Application for the purpose of verifying and/or clarifying any information you have provided herein, 7) by signing in this alternate manner, you authorize your electronic signature to be valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature, and 8) you may still be required to provide a traditional signature at a later date.
1. I agree.
Electronic Signature:
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Step Six

Private Property Consent Form
Please fill out the form below if your Mobile Food Unit will be operating on Private Property. Units are not permitted to operate on vacant property, subject to any applicable zoning regulations. NOTE: If the event is a City-Sponsored event, this Private Property Consent Form is NOT required. Completed forms may be faxed or emailed to [email protected] or 630-256-3569.
The undersigned is the owner/lessee of the real property located at the following address:
Street Address and Zip Code
Name of Business:
If Applicable
I have granted permission to:
Enter Name of Mobile Food Unit Vendor here
To use my property for the purpose of:
Describe in detail here
On the following day(s)/date(s):
Type day(s)/date(s) here
Time(s):
From __AM/PM to __AM/PM
Electronic Signature Agreement
By checking the "I agree" box below, you agree and acknowledge that 1) you hereby hold harmless and agree to indemnify the City of Aurora, their employees, officers, or agents against any claims, demands or liability arising out of the permittee's mobile food unit or activities while operating on, or using your property, 2) you certify, under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct, 3) by signing in this alternate manner, you authorize your electronic signature to be valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature, and 3) you may still be required to provide a traditional signature at a later date.
1. I agree.
Electronic Signature:
Date:
Date:
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Step Seven

Mobile Food Unit Exterior Inspection
Co. Name:
VIN #:
Lic. Plate/Exp:
Make:
Model:
Permit:
Vehicle Owner's Name:
Phone Number:
Address:
City:
State
Zip Code:
Is the Company Name & Phone # or Contact Information displayed on the vehicle (and at least 2" in height)?
1. On Driver Side
2. On Passenger Side
Exterior Condition Checklist:
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1. Receive an email copy of this form.
Email address

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