Street Vendors in NoDa now need a permit to sell goods

CHARLOTTE, N.C – NoDa neighborhood street vendors will now have to register to sell items on the street. William Fulton owns the Jugo Bar on North Davidson street. He supports a plan to require vendors to register with the city for an assigned spot.

“The way it’s set up now that it’s they’re even competing against who can get what space, you know, even on the street space,” Fulton said.

Right now, vendors are allowed to set up anywhere on the street. Some have blocked fire stations and bus stops. Close to 700 people have a signed a change.org petition against a permitting system.

“I understand the city’s need for order and safety, but raising permanent fees and expanding restricted zones, especially in places like North Davidson, where foot traffic is vital, will only push more people into unsafe, committed places, not because they want to break rules, but because they have no other choice,” Irena Robinson, NoDa Street Vendor said.