RIVERSIDE (CA): New rules would restrict food trucks

Riverside residents who want to sample Korean-Mexican fusion tacos or get a made-to-order grilled cheese sandwich curbside should prepare for a long drive.

A new generation of food trucks has exploded in popularity in Los Angeles and Orange counties, with dedicated eaters following their favorites on Twitter. But in the Inland area, those trucks face onerous regulations that nearly amount to a ban.

The Riverside City Council on Tuesday will vote on new food truck rules that essentially follow the Riverside County health department’s strict guidelines.

Trucks could sell hot, freshly prepared foods at special events but otherwise, the rules would only allow sale of pre-packaged foods and drinks, and trucks couldn’t operate near schools or parks or within 300 feet of a restaurant.

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