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Jackson County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Marianna, Graceville, Sneads. 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.
Not verified — confirm with Jackson County Tax Collector. The Tax Collector (Mary Carol Murdock) is statutorily charged with collecting Local Business Tax; exact fee for a home-based business was not verifiable online. Office: 4125 Jireh Ct, Marianna, FL 32448, (850) 482-9602.
Renewal: September 30 annually (Florida state baseline; confirm with county)
Apply / detailsNot verified — no separate county home-occupation permit confirmed. Under F.S. 559.955 (Home-Based Business Act) the county generally cannot require a special license for a home-based business beyond what non-home businesses need.
F.S. 559.955 requires home-based businesses be treated as a permitted residential use; confirm any local zoning conditions with Jackson County Planning.
Businesses inside incorporated cities (Marianna, Graceville, Sneads, Cottondale, etc.) may need a separate city business tax receipt — confirm with the specific city.
F.S. 500.80 preempts local cottage-food licensing; no county food license required. Rural Panhandle county; verify local business tax specifics directly.
⚠️ 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 Jackson 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, Jackson County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Not verified — confirm with Jackson County Tax Collector. The Tax Collector (Mary Carol Murdock) is statutorily charged with collecting Local Business Tax; exact fee for a home-based business was not verifiable online. Office: 4125 Jireh Ct, Marianna, FL 32448, (850) 482-9602.
Businesses inside incorporated cities (Marianna, Graceville, Sneads, Cottondale, etc.) may need a separate city business tax receipt — confirm with the specific city.
Not verified — no separate county home-occupation permit confirmed. Under F.S. 559.955 (Home-Based Business Act) the county generally cannot require a special license for a home-based business beyond what non-home businesses need. F.S. 559.955 requires home-based businesses be treated as a permitted residential use; confirm any local zoning conditions with Jackson County Planning.
Mary Carol Murdock - Jackson County Tax Collector: 850-482-9602 — https://jacksontc.com/. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Jackson County: 850-526-2412. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
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List Your Business - It's FreeJackson 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 Jackson 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 Marianna or Graceville, 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.