Is It Real ‘NOW’? Nevada County To Gather Public Opinions On New Home Kitchen Ordinance

NEVADA COUNTY, California – A proposed law that would permit locals to run eateries or sell food out of their homes is being considered by the Board of Supervisors.

Known as “microenterprise home kitchens,” these little enterprises could produce and deliver up to 90 meals a week, all while having to prepare and serve meals the same day.

Unlike regular eateries, they wouldn’t have to alter their home kitchen to meet commercial kitchen standards or requirements, nor would they be subject to sporadic health inspections; instead, all inspections would be scheduled in advance. For now, these enterprises are prohibited by the County.

To gather public input on the proposed ordinance, the Board on Tuesday, May 14, approved a state grant of $50,098.51.

In addition to surveying to find out whether the public supports microenterprise home kitchens, the Environmental Health Department plans to meet with restaurant owners and other interested individuals.

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The benefits of enabling microenterprise home kitchens include the opportunity for people to launch their own companies with little to no startup costs and earn up to $100,000 annually.

These firms could be able to become legal thanks to this; there are currently about 50 of them operating unlawfully in the County. One potential drawback of improper food preparation is the potential for a rise in foodborne infections.

Including Berkeley, Alameda, and San Mateo, nine local government organizations have passed ordinances permitting such enterprises since the state opened the door for local authorities to permit them in 2019.

Toward the end of 2025, supervisors will decide whether to move forward with an ordinance after taking into account public comments.