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title: O.C.G.A. § 26-2-476. Inspection of cottage food operations.
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date: 2025
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# O.C.G.A. § 26-2-476. Inspection of cottage food operations.

(a) The department may inspect the residence of a cottage food operator to investigate a consumer complaint, a report of foodborne illness, or other public health emergency.

(b) Such inspection shall be limited to the areas of the residence used by the cottage food operator.

(c) Except in emergency situations, the department shall schedule an inspection with the cottage food operator in advance. A cottage food operator may request an administrative warrant prior to an inspection.

## History

Code 1981, § 26-2-476, enacted by Ga. L. 2025, p. 582, § 1/HB 398, effective July 1, 2025.