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Opening or Remodeling a Food Services Establishment

September 09, 2010

Guidelines for Opening or Remodeling a Food Service Establishment and/or Tavern within Dewitt or Piatt Counties

 

The State of Illinois requires that any establishment where food or liquid is prepared and intended for human consumption comply with regulations pertaining to the issuance of food permits through the local public health department.  Such processes allow our agency to provide crucial services pertaining to safe food handling practices including routine inspections, plan reviews, and education to facility owners, managers and staff.

 

To successfully open or remodel a food service establishment or tavern in DeWitt or Piatt County, the following guidelines need to be followed.  A permit to operate will not be granted until all of the following items are properly submitted and approved by the Health Department.

 

  • A Plan Review Application must be completed and returned to the health department. If any portion of the application is not complete, it will be returned to the applicant.
  • Properly prepared plans which include equipment information, equipment layout, floor plan, construction materials, and room surface finishes must be submitted to and approved by this department prior to the work beginning.
  • An application for a permit to operate a permanent food service establishment must be submitted.
  • The appropriate food permit fee must be paid.
  • An opening inspection must be done by a representative of the Health Department.

 

It is recommended that a contact be made with the Environmental Health staff of the health department early in the planning process so that guidance can be given along the way.  By working with us, your business may save money by avoiding costly code violations that might require expensive alterations of equipment, plumbing, and refrigeration, for example. 

 

In Dewitt County contact:

Michelle Pankey

(217)935-3427

 

In Piatt County contact:

Mark Gramley

(217)762-7911.

 

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