Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Chapter 40-7 - FOOD DIVISION REGULATIONS
Subject 40-7-19 - COTTAGE FOOD REGULATIONS
Rule 40-7-19-.03 - Registration

(1) The business name and home address of the cottage food operator;

(2) A list of the cottage food products that the cottage food operator intends to produce;

(3) Indication of private or public water system. If a public water system is utilized for the manufacture of cottage food products, the cottage food operator must attach a copy of their most recent water bill to the registration form;

(4) Indication that the cottage food operator has attended and passed a Food Safety training class accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). A copy of their certificate must be attached to the registration form;

(5) Indication that the cottage food operator has checked with their municipal and county governments to ensure a home business is allowed; and

(6) An affidavit attesting that, by completing the registration form, the cottage food operator expressly grants the Georgia Department of Agriculture the right of entry to the residence during normal business hours, or at other reasonable times, for investigation of any consumer complaint, foodborne disease outbreak, or other public health emergency. Refusal to allow entry during normal business hours, or at other reasonable times, will result in revocation of their Cottage Food License.