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Warren County Cottage Food Updates

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What the report says about zoning in Warren County

Home occupation permit required:: Varies
Details:: Warren County zoning ordinance applies in unincorporated areas. City of Bowling Green (home of Western Kentucky University) has its own home occupation ordinance. No specific county-level cottage food override identified.
Home kitchen:: Annual gross sales capped at $60,000. $50/year registration required. Equipment limits: no more than two non-commercial ranges/ovens, no more than three refrigerators. Prohibited: acidified foods, pickles, salsas, sauces, mustards, nut butters, oils, vinegars, pasta, fermented foods, juices, meat jerkies.

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 Warren 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.