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Johnson County Cottage Food Updates

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What the report says about zoning in Johnson County

Home occupation permit required:: Varies
Details:: Indiana state law preempts local licensing and inspection requirements for home-based vendors (IC 16-42-5.3). Johnson County may have home occupation permit requirements under local zoning for other aspects of operating a business from home, but cannot add licensing or inspection requirements for cottage food.
Home kitchen:: Indiana HEA 1149 (2022) allows home-based vendors to sell most nonperishable foods from home, online, at events, and other venues. Food handler certificate (ANSI-accredited) required and must be provided to local health department. No registration or inspection required. State law preempts local licensing/inspection requirements. Direct sales only — no wholesale/catering.

Last verified 2026-05-05. Not legal advice.

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Zoning rules & home kitchen setup

u/Crosodo Community Team·6/22/2026·0 views

Local zoning and permits are often the trickiest part of home baking in Johnson County. Discuss home occupation permits, HOA rules, health department visits, kitchen inspections, and what the planning office actually said when you called. Share your experience — not legal advice.