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Franklin County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Apalachicola, Carrabelle. 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.
Businesses operating in Franklin County obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt through the Franklin County Tax Collector. Home-based operations are included; F.S. 500.80 preempts local FOOD licensing only.
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 Franklin County Planning & Building.
State home-based business baseline (F.S. 559.955); no unique county overlay verified.
Apalachicola and Carrabelle are the incorporated municipalities. Whether either levies a separate municipal business tax is Not verified — confirm with the City of Apalachicola / City of Carrabelle if operating inside city limits.
BTR fee amount Not verified — confirm with Franklin County Tax Collector (Apalachicola 850-653-9323). Current elected Tax Collector shown as Richard Watson on official site; confirm current officeholder.
⚠️ 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 Franklin 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, Franklin County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Businesses operating in Franklin County obtain a Local Business Tax Receipt through the Franklin County Tax Collector. Home-based operations are included; F.S. 500.80 preempts local FOOD licensing only.
Apalachicola and Carrabelle are the incorporated municipalities. Whether either levies a separate municipal business tax is Not verified — confirm with the City of Apalachicola / City of Carrabelle 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 Franklin County Planning & Building. State home-based business baseline (F.S. 559.955); no unique county overlay verified.
Richard Watson — Franklin County Tax Collector: 850-653-9323 — https://franklintaxcollector.com/. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Franklin County: 850-653-2111. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
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List Your Business - It's FreeFranklin 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 Franklin 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 Apalachicola or Carrabelle, 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.