- Home occupation permit required:
- Conditional
- Details:
- Kane County Health Department FAQ confirms cottage food operations may be sold from home as long as local zoning regulations are not inconsistent with state law (per IDPH Cottage Food Guide page 32). Operators must check with local city planning or Kane County zoning for home occupation requirements. Each municipality in Kane County (Geneva, Aurora, Elgin, etc.) has its own zoning code. Kane County Health Department registration is required and is specific to the one home kitchen location.
- Home kitchen:
- Must use primary residence kitchen on farm property or in home. Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification required for all persons who prepare or package food. Registration with Kane County Health Department required. Prohibited foods: meat/poultry/fish/seafood, dairy/eggs except as non-PHF baked good ingredients, garlic in oil unless acidified, low-acid canned foods, sprouts, raw cut leafy greens, alcoholic beverages, kombucha.
Last verified 2026-05-05. Not legal advice.
