Inspection and licensing program to ensure food service establishments maintain sanitary condition and follow safe food handling practices. Food service establishments (temporary and permanent) are required by law to be licensed. Food and/or waterborne illness investigations are also conducted. Concerns regarding the sanitation or food service practices of a particular establishment can be reported by calling your local office:
Branch County: 517-279-9561 ext. 106
Hillsdale County: 517-437-7395 ext. 331
St. Joseph County: 269-273-2161 ext. 233
NEW! Online Portal for Annual Food Service License Renewal or Plan Review Application
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Food Service License Application updated 1/27/2025
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Food Service Establishment Plan Review Application
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Temporary Food Service License Application
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Limited Non-Profit Notification Form
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Special Transitory Food Unit Plan Review Application
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Special Transitory Food Unit (STFU)/Food Truck Notification Form - Fillable
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Fee Schedule
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