- Home occupation permit required:
- Yes
- Details:
- Washington cottage food permits are administered by local health jurisdictions. Skagit County Public Health administers the cottage food permit for unincorporated Skagit County. Cities within the county (Mount Vernon, Burlington, Anacortes) may have separate home occupation ordinances.
- Home kitchen:
- Biennial permit required with fees: $125 inspection fee + $75 public health review fee + $30 processing fee ($230 total biennial). All food handlers must hold a food and beverage service worker's permit under RCW ch. 69.06. Annual basic hygiene inspections required. Applicant must sign document granting director right of entry during normal business hours. No internet, mail order, or out-of-state sales.
Last verified 2026-05-05. Not legal advice.
