Limited Food Service
"Limited food services establishment" means an establishment as described in G.S. 130A-248(a4), with food handling operations that are restricted by rules adopted by the Commission pursuant to G.S. 130A-248(a4) and that prepares or serves food only in conjunction with amateur athletic events. Limited food service establishment also includes lodging facilities that serve only reheated food that has already been pre-cooked.
The Limited Food Service Establishment (LFSE) permit application must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to construction or commencing operation.
Please also note:
- No food preparation shall occur prior to receiving a permit.
- LFSE permits shall be issued only to political subdivisions of the State, establishments operated by volunteers that prepare or serve food in conjunction with amateur athletic events, or operated by organizations that are exempt from federal income tax under sections 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code. Documentation indicating your organization’s qualifications to receive an LFSE permit must be submitted with this application.
- Limited food service establishments also includes lodging facilities that serve only reheated food that has already been pre-cooked.
- All LFSE permits expire one year from the date of issuance and must be renewed after 365 calendar days.
- A fee of $75 is required for each LFSE permit and must be paid with the submission of each LFSE application.
