Home Bakers & Cottage Food Makers in Pinellas County, Florida
Pinellas County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo and 1 other communities. Under Florida Statute 500.80, these makers can sell non-potentially hazardous foods from their home kitchens with no commercial license required.
Cities in Pinellas County:
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Dough Baby Bakehouse
Long-fermented sourdough, focaccia & sweet treats
In-home artisan cottage bakery making long-fermented sourdough loaves, focaccia, cookies, muffins, and cakes. Orders are placed online Friday–Monday for porch pickup or local delivery in the St. Petersburg/Gulfport area.
Sarka's Bread and Bakery
Sourdough breads & Czech pastries from organic flour
Micro bakery baking sourdough breads, cookies, scones, and Czech pastries from organic flour. Sells through pre-orders and at local farmers markets and farm stands around St. Petersburg.
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Farmers Markets in Pinellas County
Recurring markets where Pinellas County cottage food makers sell directly to customers. Schedules shift seasonally — tap a market for directions and verify hours before you go.
St. Pete Saturday Morning Market
St. Petersburg Saturday
One of the largest markets in the Southeast (seasonal)
Corey Avenue Sunday Market
St. Pete Beach Sunday
Dunedin Downtown Market
Dunedin Friday & Saturday (seasonal)
Clearwater Downtown Farmers' Market
Clearwater
Downtown Clearwater Farmers' Market
Clearwater
Local Requirements in Pinellas 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
Pinellas County requires a Business Tax Receipt for businesses operating within the county. Home-based businesses are included.
Renewal: September 30 each year
Apply / detailsHome Occupation & Zoning
Standard home occupation zoning rules apply. Check with your city's planning department.
Standard residential zoning applies.
Inside city limits?
If within city limits of St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or another municipality, you may need a city BTR as well.
Notes
Pinellas County has a strong farmers market presence, especially the St. Pete Saturday Morning Market — one of the largest in the Southeast.
⚠️ 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 Pinellas County before selling.
Cottage Food FAQ — Pinellas County
Do I need a license to sell cottage food in Pinellas 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, Pinellas County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Do I need a business tax receipt in Pinellas County?+
Pinellas County requires a Business Tax Receipt for businesses operating within the county. Home-based businesses are included.
Do I also need a city business tax receipt in Pinellas County?+
If within city limits of St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or another municipality, you may need a city BTR as well.
Can I run a cottage food business from my home in Pinellas County?+
Standard home occupation zoning rules apply. Check with your city's planning department. Standard residential zoning applies.
Who do I contact about cottage food rules in Pinellas County?+
Pinellas County Tax Collector: 727-464-7777 — https://www.pinellascounty.org/taxcollect/. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County: 727-824-6900. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
Setting up your Pinellas 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.
Business liability insurance
General & product liability for food & market vendors, from ~$30/mo. Many markets require proof of coverage.
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Pinellas 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 Pinellas 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 St. Petersburg or Clearwater, 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.