Multiple reports say certain UK local councils are tightening rules on residents who sell food items from small driveway “cake sheds,” sometimes used for brownies and other baked goods. The outlets describe these setups as community-facing businesses that typically operate through an “honesty box” or a QR code system for customers to pay without direct staff. According to the articles, councils are now requiring “cake shed” operators to register and pay fees, with one figure cited of £1,000 to continue operating. The coverage frames the policy as part of broader local enforcement of food selling and compliance obligations, rather than a blanket ban on community or small-scale sales. The reports do not present detailed information on the specific legal basis used by each council or whether requirements vary by area, but they consistently portray the crackdown as a new cost and administrative hurdle for residents running these small premises. The overall picture is that councils are increasing oversight of driveway food sales, affecting how operators must pay and comply to keep selling.