Home Bakers & Cottage Food Makers in Santa Rosa County, Florida
Santa Rosa County is home to cottage food makers selling homemade baked goods, jams, honey, and more directly to customers in Milton, Gulf Breeze, Navarre. 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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Farmers Markets in Santa Rosa County
Recurring markets where Santa Rosa County cottage food makers sell directly to customers. Schedules shift seasonally — tap a market for directions and verify hours before you go.
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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.
Local Business Tax Receipt
A county Business Tax Receipt is required. Before a receipt is issued, a business must meet all conditions required by city, county, state or federal regulations that apply to that business, including zoning. Receipts are renewed annually in August/September and are valid through September 30 of the following year; new receipts issued during the year are prorated on April 1 (half-year fees apply). Fees vary by nature of the business (employees, equipment, seating capacity) — exact amount not published online.
Renewal: September 30 (annual renewal in August and September)
Apply / detailsHome Occupation & Zoning
No separate county home-occupation permit is documented, but home-based operators must check with the County Zoning department for restrictions before obtaining the receipt. F.S. 559.955 exempts many home-based businesses from a local Certificate of Use.
Home-based businesses must comply with county zoning codes; contact Santa Rosa County Zoning. Florida's Home-Based Business Act (F.S. 559.955) limits local regulation.
Inside city limits?
A business located within a city limit requires BOTH a municipal license and a county license to operate (e.g., City of Milton, City of Gulf Breeze, Town of Jay).
Notes
F.S. 500.80 preempts local FOOD permitting for cottage food operations; this row covers general home-business requirements only. Note: srctc.com is the Florida Santa Rosa County Tax Collector — do not confuse with Santa Rosa, California (srcity.org).
⚠️ 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 Santa Rosa County before selling.
Cottage Food FAQ — Santa Rosa County
Do I need a license to sell cottage food in Santa Rosa 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, Santa Rosa County generally requires a local Business Tax Receipt to operate a home-based business.
Do I need a business tax receipt in Santa Rosa County?+
A county Business Tax Receipt is required. Before a receipt is issued, a business must meet all conditions required by city, county, state or federal regulations that apply to that business, including zoning. Receipts are renewed annually in August/September and are valid through September 30 of the following year; new receipts issued during the year are prorated on April 1 (half-year fees apply). Fees vary by nature of the business (employees, equipment, seating capacity) — exact amount not published online.
Do I also need a city business tax receipt in Santa Rosa County?+
A business located within a city limit requires BOTH a municipal license and a county license to operate (e.g., City of Milton, City of Gulf Breeze, Town of Jay).
Can I run a cottage food business from my home in Santa Rosa County?+
No separate county home-occupation permit is documented, but home-based operators must check with the County Zoning department for restrictions before obtaining the receipt. F.S. 559.955 exempts many home-based businesses from a local Certificate of Use. Home-based businesses must comply with county zoning codes; contact Santa Rosa County Zoning. Florida's Home-Based Business Act (F.S. 559.955) limits local regulation.
Who do I contact about cottage food rules in Santa Rosa County?+
Santa Rosa County Tax Collector: 850-983-1800 — https://srctc.com. For health questions, contact Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County: 850-983-5200. Always confirm current requirements directly with the county before selling.
Setting up your Santa Rosa 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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Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Milton or Gulf Breeze, 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.