City of College Station, Texas
mobile food vendors \u2014 local operating rules
Texas mobile food vendors are licensed statewide by DSHS under Chapter 437B (effective July 1, 2026). City of College Station may also enforce local rules — see below.
Known Local Rules
Fire safetyParkingSpecial areas & events
Based on official source review. Contact City of College Station to confirm current requirements.
State-issued license (DSHS)
Verified May 2026
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with College Station
- Check with College Station for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
State license (DSHS)Contact this city to confirm
CountiesBrazos County, Nueces County
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Licensing / permits page \u2192College Station official website \u2192Phone: (979) 764-3570Local contact: Planning & Development Services + Fire Marshal
Local Operating Rules
Fire Marshal inspection required before permit issued. Type 1 vent hood testing must be witnessed by Deputy Fire Marshal for new vendors. Apply via eTRAKiT portal. Bond form required. ~5 business days for initial review. UDO zoning restrictions apply — contact Planner-on-Call at (979) 764-3858.
Beginning July 1, 2026, Texas mobile food vendors are licensed by the State of Texas / DSHS under Health & Safety Code Chapter 437B. Local jurisdictions may still enforce local laws that do not conflict with Chapter 437B, such as fire, zoning, parking, location, nuisance, or special-area rules where applicable. This is general information, not legal advice.