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All Adams County Health Department offices and clinics are open, and staff are available to assist clients and residents during the federal government shutdown. Todas las oficinas y las clínicas del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Adams están abiertas y hay personal disponible para ayudar a los clientes y a los residentes durante el cierre del gobierno federal.

Retail Food Plan Reviews

With any food business, there will be maintenance and renovations. However, some changes may require a plan review. Find out if you need a plan review.

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Do You Need a Plan Review?

Walk through the questions in this table to evaluate whether you need a plan review.
Yes No
Are you:

  • Moving plumbing or fixtures?
  • Remodeling food prep areas or bathrooms?
  • Building a brand-new kitchen that has never been licensed?
  • Adding a dish machine or a three-compartment sink?
  • Adding a walk-in cooler, freezer, or major cooking equipment?
  • Adding or extending kitchen hood vents?
Are you:

  • Switching out like-for-like equipment?
  • Remodeling the dining area but not the kitchen?
  • Taking over a previously licensed space and not doing any remodeling?
  • Doing minor cosmetic repairs that do not affect the kitchen layout?

Even if you don’t need a plan review, you must pass an inspection before operating.

Email EHPlanReviewSupport@adamscountyco.gov to schedule an inspection.

Submit a Plan Review

Before submitting your Plan Review, double-check the checklist for food establishments or food trucks, trailers, and push carts to ensure you have everything you need.

Contact the Retail Food Team

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Plan Review Questions & Scheduling

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