Home Bakers & Cottage Food Makers in Broward County, Florida
Broward County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood and 2 other communities. Under Florida Statute 500.80, these makers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods from their home kitchens with no commercial license required.
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Sweet Avenue
Sweet Avenue - Cottage food from Pembroke Pines, Florida
Macarons, Cookies, Cassava Cake
MiCa's Sweet Flowers
MiCa's Sweet Flowers - Cottage food from Pompano Beach, Florida
Cupcake bouquets, cupcake gift boxes, celebration cupcakes
Bread & Roses SFL
100% naturally leavened sourdough breads & pastries
Home-based South Florida micro bakery making 100% naturally leavened sourdough breads, pastries, and seasonal specialties, sold via local market days and reservations announced on social media.
Bread of Life Cottage Bakery
Whole wheat & sourdough bread, cookies & honey granola
Home bakery in Pembroke Pines baking whole wheat and sourdough bread, homemade cookies, and honey granola on a weekly order-and-pickup schedule. Also offers children's bread-baking classes.
Baker's Craft
Sourdough, focaccia & desserts baked fresh to order
Home-based baking business in Pembroke Pines making sourdough, focaccia, desserts, and platters baked fresh to order, with custom orders for events and local businesses.
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Farmers Markets in Broward County
Recurring markets where Broward County cottage food makers sell directly to customers. Schedules shift seasonally — tap a market for directions and verify hours before you go.
Yellow Green Farmers Market
Hollywood Saturday & Sunday
Huge indoor market, 300+ vendors
Las Olas Oceanside Park Market
Fort Lauderdale Saturday
Local Requirements in Broward County
Selling cottage food itself needs no local food license — Florida Statute 500.80 preempts it. What may apply are general home-based-business rules. Always confirm current details with the county before you start.
Local Business Tax Receipt
Broward County requires a Business Tax Receipt for all businesses per County Ordinances 72-13 and 88-35, and Florida Statute Chapter 205. Those operating under a trade name other than their full legal name need an assumed business name certificate.
Renewal: September 30 each year
Apply / detailsHome Occupation & Zoning
Standard home occupation zoning rules apply. Verify with your city's planning department.
Standard residential zoning applies. Check with your city for specific home-based business restrictions.
Inside city limits?
Check with your city for any additional requirements before applying for a Broward County Business Tax Receipt.
Notes
If you use a trade name (DBA), you must also file a fictitious name registration with the Florida Division of Corporations via sunbiz.org.
⚠️ HOA or deed restrictions can still bar a home food business even where the county allows it — check yours.
Compiled 2026-08-03 from county tax collectors, FDACS, and Florida Statutes 500.80 / 205 / 559.955. Educational information only — not legal advice. Verify current requirements with Broward County before selling.
Cottage Food FAQ — Broward County
Do I need a license to sell cottage food in Broward County, Florida?+
No state license is required. Under Florida Statute 500.80, cottage food operations need no state permit, inspection, or registration to sell approved non-hazardous homemade foods, up to $250,000 in gross sales per year. However, Broward County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Do I need a business tax receipt in Broward County?+
Broward County requires a Business Tax Receipt for all businesses per County Ordinances 72-13 and 88-35, and Florida Statute Chapter 205. Those operating under a trade name other than their full legal name need an assumed business name certificate.
Do I also need a city business tax receipt in Broward County?+
Check with your city for any additional requirements before applying for a Broward County Business Tax Receipt.
Can I run a cottage food business from my home in Broward County?+
Standard home occupation zoning rules apply. Verify with your city's planning department. Standard residential zoning applies. Check with your city for specific home-based business restrictions.
Who do I contact about cottage food rules in Broward County?+
Broward County Tax Collector: 954-765-4697 — https://browardtax.org. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Broward County: 954-467-4700. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
Setting up your Broward County cottage food business?
Cottage food needs no state license — but many farmers markets require proof of liability insurance, and forming an LLC keeps your personal and business finances separate.
Business liability insurance
General & product liability for food & market vendors, from ~$30/mo. Many markets require proof of coverage.
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Broward County is part of Florida's growing cottage food community. Under Florida Statute 500.80, home-based food producers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods directly to consumers without needing a commercial kitchen, food establishment license, or state inspection.
Popular cottage food products in Broward County include baked goods like cookies, cakes, and breads, as well as jams, honey, granola, candies, and dried herbs. All products must be properly labeled with ingredients, allergens, net weight, and the required cottage food disclaimer.
Whether you're in Fort Lauderdale or Pembroke Pines, you can find homemade products or start your own cottage food business. Browse our guides and free tools to get started, or browse all makers across Florida.