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Nassau County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Fernandina Beach, Yulee, Callahan. 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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Recurring markets where Nassau County cottage food makers sell directly to customers. Schedules shift seasonally — tap a market for directions and verify hours before you go.
See all Florida farmers markets →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 — a county-level business tax requirement for unincorporated Nassau County could not be confirmed from official sources during research (county tax-collector site was not directly reachable). Municipal BTRs are confirmed. Confirm county-level requirement with the Nassau County Tax Collector (904-491-7400). Cottage food licensing itself is preempted to the state under F.S. 500.80.
Renewal: September 30 (Florida standard). Confirm with Nassau County Tax Collector.
Apply / detailsF.S. 559.955 preempts most home-based-business regulation to the state; home-based businesses may operate in residentially-zoned areas without a separate Certificate of Use. Verify local zoning with Nassau County Planning & Economic Opportunity.
Home-based businesses protected under F.S. 559.955; confirm parcel zoning with Nassau County if unsure.
City of Fernandina Beach requires its own Local Business Tax Receipt (application confirmed at fbfl.us; contact 904-310-3135). Callahan and Hilliard operate as incorporated towns and may have their own requirements — verify with each.
Nassau County Tax Collector is John M. Drew. Because county-level BTR applicability could not be verified from official sources, the operator should call the Tax Collector to confirm whether a county receipt is needed in addition to any city receipt.
⚠️ 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 Nassau 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. And Nassau County does not require a county Business Tax Receipt.
Not verified — a county-level business tax requirement for unincorporated Nassau County could not be confirmed from official sources during research (county tax-collector site was not directly reachable). Municipal BTRs are confirmed. Confirm county-level requirement with the Nassau County Tax Collector (904-491-7400). Cottage food licensing itself is preempted to the state under F.S. 500.80.
City of Fernandina Beach requires its own Local Business Tax Receipt (application confirmed at fbfl.us; contact 904-310-3135). Callahan and Hilliard operate as incorporated towns and may have their own requirements — verify with each.
F.S. 559.955 preempts most home-based-business regulation to the state; home-based businesses may operate in residentially-zoned areas without a separate Certificate of Use. Verify local zoning with Nassau County Planning & Economic Opportunity. Home-based businesses protected under F.S. 559.955; confirm parcel zoning with Nassau County if unsure.
Nassau County Tax Collector (John M. Drew): 904-491-7400 — https://www.nassautaxes.com/. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Nassau County: 904-875-6100. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
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List Your Business - It's FreeNassau 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 Nassau 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 Fernandina Beach or Yulee, 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.