How to Start a Food Business in Tioga, North Dakota

Welcome to the step-by-step guide for starting your food business in Tioga, ND.

Step 1 Determine License Type Needed

The Regulatory Jurisdiction Areas by License Type document will help you determine who will license your business. If you determine that a local agency will be licensing your business, please contact the local agency for guidance. (need pdf)

Step 2: Determine the Jurisdiction of the Business

You will need to speak with Dan Larson the Community Services Director for the City of Tioga, ND. He can be reached at City Hall 701-664-2807 or on his work cell 701-641-2461. Click here to check out the Building Department's webpag.

Here are some helpful links you may need before starting your business:

Step 3: Contact Local Planning and Zoning Office

Prior to constructing, remodeling, or operating a food business in North Dakota, a license application and properly prepared plans and specifications must be submitted to the Division of Food and Lodging for review and approval. Contact foodandlodging@nd.gov or (701) 328-1291 with any questions.

Food Establishment License Application and Plan Review

ND Rules and Regulations

North Dakota Century Code 23-09
North Dakota Administrative Code 33-33-04.1 and 33-33-08
FDA 2013 Model Food Code

Guidance

Food Establishment Plan Review Manual

Step 4: Submit Plans and Specifications to Licensing and Inspection Authority

If the Division of Food & Lodging approves your plans, a plan approval letter will be sent to you. Be sure to obtain appropriate certifications from other applicable agencies prior to opening day for your business.