Las Vegas Street Vendors Coming To A Corner Near You
Hot dogs, street corn, fruit drinks, tacos and more! Las Vegas street vendors could be coming to a corner near you very soon. That’s because there is now a new law in Nevada that will allow them to operate in local neighborhoods without fines or penalties.
New Law Protects And Regulates Street Vendors
Senate Bill 92 (SB92) was signed into law by Governor Joe Lombardo earlier this week. According to an article written by Greg Haas on 8NewsNow.com, this law will allow Nevada cities and counties to properly license and regulate street vendors.
The bill also sets certain guidelines and restrictions on where street vendors can operate. For example, they will not be able to sell their goods in front of Las Vegas convention facilities. Additionally, they will not be able to operate within 1,500 feet of a resort hotel. They must also keep that distance from stadiums and arenas that seat 20,000 or more.
What This Means For Hard-Working Street Vendors
Per Haas’s article, SB92 was sponsored by State Senator Fabian Donate. And since this bill is now a law, many feel that street vendors will receive better treatment. They’re hoping they’ll also be able to work with respect and dignity.
Because now they will be able to sell their goods in residential neighborhoods. However, they must receive a proper license from the local governing body. It could be a city or county licensing process.
This new law requires street vendors to get a proper license or permit here in Clark County. In addition, these food vendors must also maintain sanitary conditions.
Law Allows Further Regulations By Cities And Counties
The 8NewsNow.com article also explains that there are other ways in which Nevada cities and counties can regulate street vendors.
For instance, they can restrict operating hours. They can also enact restrictions on where food vendors can sell their fare.
These are possible restrictions communities can put into effect if they choose to do so. They are not hard and fast rules or laws at this time.
For example, a city or county may want to restrict them from operating near a farmers’ market, a special event, a school, or a church. In addition, they can possibly restrict them from selling food near restaurants, special events, polling places, near a mall or near an entertainment district.
If you would like to see all the info in Senate Bill 92, CLICK HERE.