Applying for a License
A Health License and pre-opening inspection are required for new food establishments or whenever there is a change of ownership, and the license must be renewed annually.
- An application processing fee of $40, made payable to the Arlington County Treasurer, must accompany the license application and should be mailed or delivered to the Environmental Health Program at 2110 Washington Blvd. Suite 350, Arlington, VA 22204.
- Applications are available from the Environmental Health Program, or you may download the application.
- Once you have submitted your application and completed the requirements outlined in this checklist, you can schedule a pre-opening inspection.
Variance for Outdoor Cooking
Arlington restaurants may apply for a variance that permits outdoor cooking.