For more information call the Environmental Health Division at (513) 946-7832.

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• Plan Review Application
• Application for a License to Conduct a Food Service Operation or Food Service Establishment

New facilities

Prior to construction of a new food operation (restaurant, bar, grocery store, etc.), a set of plans must be submitted to the Hamilton County General Health District for review. The plans should contain the following information:

1. A menu or list of food items to be sold. 
2. A floor plan of the operation showing the following items:

• Total area used for the food operation 
• Entrance and exits (self-closing doors on restrooms) 
• Location of plumbing fixtures (hand sinks; mop sink; 3-compartment utensil washing sink or mechanical dishwasher; food prep sink for washing and thawing foods; grease interceptor) 
• Equipment (refrigerators; freezers; stoves; ovens; grills; fryers; steam tables; microwaves; etc.) 

1. An equipment list stating manufacturer, make and model numbers. All equipment must be National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved. 
2. A surface finish list of the floors, walls and ceiling. Must be smooth and easily cleanable. 
3. A lighting schedule of both natural and artificial light. In all food preparation and utensil washing areas, 40 foot candle minimum required. In dry storage areas, walk-in refrigerators and freezers, 20 foot candle minimum required. 
4. Completed Plan Review Application and fee (call 513-946-7832 for specific fee information) submitted to:
   
   Hamilton County Public Health
   Environmental Health
   250 William Howard Taft Road, 2nd Floor
   Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

You must also complete the Application for a License to Conduct a Food Service Operation or Food Service Establishment. This may be submitted along with the Plan Review Application, but the Plan Review Application must be approved before a license can be issued.

Renewal licenses

To renew your food service license, complete the Application for a License to Conduct a Food Service Operation or Food Service Establishment.

Fees

For information about your facility’s specific fees, contact the Health District at (513) 946-7832.