Home Bakers & Cottage Food Makers in Hendry County, Florida
Hendry County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Clewiston, LaBelle. 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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Local Requirements in Hendry 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
Any individual or entity starting a business in Hendry County must obtain a county Business Tax Receipt before doing business. Home-based businesses are included. Businesses that begin operating April 1 through September 30 pay a prorated fee. Exact base fee not verified — confirm with Hendry County Tax Collector at (863) 675-5280.
Renewal: September 30 annually; renewable after July 1
Apply / detailsHome Occupation & Zoning
No separate county home-occupation permit verified. Commercial (non-city) locations may require review by Hendry County Building & Permitting; home-based businesses are protected under F.S. 559.955. Confirm specifics with the Tax Collector and Hendry County Building & Permitting.
State law (F.S. 559.955) limits local zoning restrictions on home-based businesses; specific local zoning not independently verified.
Inside city limits?
Businesses inside the city limits of LaBelle or Clewiston may also need a municipal Business Tax Receipt (City of Clewiston issues BTRs; City of LaBelle contact (863) 675-6355; City of Clewiston (863) 983-1500).
Notes
F.S. 500.80 preempts local cottage-food licensing; no county food license required. Renewal/penalty terms confirmed via Hendry County Tax Collector business-tax pages; base fee not verified.
⚠️ 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 Hendry County before selling.
Cottage Food FAQ — Hendry County
Do I need a license to sell cottage food in Hendry 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, Hendry County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Do I need a business tax receipt in Hendry County?+
Any individual or entity starting a business in Hendry County must obtain a county Business Tax Receipt before doing business. Home-based businesses are included. Businesses that begin operating April 1 through September 30 pay a prorated fee. Exact base fee not verified — confirm with Hendry County Tax Collector at (863) 675-5280.
Do I also need a city business tax receipt in Hendry County?+
Businesses inside the city limits of LaBelle or Clewiston may also need a municipal Business Tax Receipt (City of Clewiston issues BTRs; City of LaBelle contact (863) 675-6355; City of Clewiston (863) 983-1500).
Can I run a cottage food business from my home in Hendry County?+
No separate county home-occupation permit verified. Commercial (non-city) locations may require review by Hendry County Building & Permitting; home-based businesses are protected under F.S. 559.955. Confirm specifics with the Tax Collector and Hendry County Building & Permitting. State law (F.S. 559.955) limits local zoning restrictions on home-based businesses; specific local zoning not independently verified.
Who do I contact about cottage food rules in Hendry County?+
Hendry County Tax Collector: (863) 675-5280 — https://www.hendrycountytc.com/. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Hendry County: (863) 674-4041. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
Setting up your Hendry 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.
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Hendry 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 Hendry 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 Clewiston or LaBelle, 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.