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Columbia County Cottage Food Updates

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What the report says about zoning in Columbia County

Home occupation permit required:: Conditional
Details:: No state registration required for direct sales under ORS §616.723. Columbia County is a suburban/rural county between Portland and the coast. Contact Columbia County government in Saint Helens for local home occupation or zoning permit requirements.
Home kitchen:: Non-potentially hazardous foods from residential dwelling. Annual cap $50,000 (CPI-adjusted since SB 643, 2023). Food handler certification (ORS 624.570) required. Broad allowed products: baked goods, coffee beans, teas, popcorn, jams, jellies, honey, syrups, fruit butters, nut mixes, repackaged freeze-dried and dehydrated foods, powdered drink mixes. No routine inspection. No registration required for direct sales; Domestic Kitchen Bakery License (~$50/yr) available for retail sales.

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 Columbia 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.