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Dixie County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Cross City, Horseshoe Beach. 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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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.
New businesses must obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt from the Dixie County Tax Collector before engaging in business, profession, or occupation, including home-based operations. Tax varies by business type/size. Businesses beginning after March 31 pay a prorated (half-year) fee.
Renewal: September 30 annually (statewide per F.S. 205.053)
Apply / detailsQualifying home-based businesses are protected under F.S. 559.955 and generally exempt from a Certificate of Use. Confirm zoning with Dixie County.
State home-based business baseline (F.S. 559.955); no unique county overlay verified.
Cross City and Horseshoe Beach are the only incorporated municipalities. Whether either levies a separate municipal business tax is Not verified — confirm with the applicable city if operating inside city limits.
BTR fee amount Not verified — confirm with Dixie County Tax Collector; state-regulated businesses must attach proof of state/county compliance with the application.
⚠️ 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 Dixie County before selling.
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, Dixie County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
New businesses must obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt from the Dixie County Tax Collector before engaging in business, profession, or occupation, including home-based operations. Tax varies by business type/size. Businesses beginning after March 31 pay a prorated (half-year) fee.
Cross City and Horseshoe Beach are the only incorporated municipalities. Whether either levies a separate municipal business tax is Not verified — confirm with the applicable city if operating inside city limits.
Qualifying home-based businesses are protected under F.S. 559.955 and generally exempt from a Certificate of Use. Confirm zoning with Dixie County. State home-based business baseline (F.S. 559.955); no unique county overlay verified.
Dixie County Tax Collector: 352-498-1213 — https://dixietax.com/. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Dixie County: 352-498-1360. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
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List Your Business - It's FreeDixie 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 Dixie 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 Cross City or Horseshoe Beach, 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.