Are retail/food carts allowed in Nashville? (restaurants, stores)

[kanihoncho]

I want to start my own business and wondered if carts were allowed to sell hot food or retail products within the city limits? I've looked at the City of Nashville site and have found anything definitive yet.

Thanks.

[alleycat]

Yeah, they have them downtown, especially around the lower Broad and Riverfront Park area.

There was some kind of debate about them two or three years ago. As I recall, some of the local merchants/restaurants didn't like the carts selling the same items right out in front of their stores (which I can understand).

I don't remember the exact outcome but I believe everyone came to an understanding. I can't really tell you much more since I'm not involved with this type of operation.

[houselady]

You have to be licensed -- is all I know.