- Home occupation permit required:
- Yes
- Details:
- Lyon County has zoning regulations with a home occupation section (Section 20-10). For properties within the Metropolitan Planning Area (generally Emporia city), contact the City of Emporia Zoning Office (620-343-4266). For all other county properties, contact Lyon County Zoning Office (620-341-3471). Home occupations are subject to regulations designed to maintain residential character. Regulations include limits on signage, traffic, and prohibited business types. Business activity in a residential zoning district is generally prohibited except for qualifying home occupations. A permit or zoning compliance review is likely required.
- Home kitchen:
- No sales cap. No food handler cert required. Direct-to-consumer sales only; allowed at farm, farmers market, roadside stand, home, and events. No state registration required for most cottage foods.
Last verified 2026-05-06. Not legal advice.
