City of Conroe, 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 Conroe may also enforce local rules — see below.
Known Local Rules
Fire safetySpecial areas & events
Based on official source review. Contact City of Conroe to confirm current requirements.
State-issued license (DSHS)
Verified May 2026
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with Conroe
- Check with Conroe for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Licensing / permits page \u2192Conroe official website \u2192Phone: (936) 522-3613Local contact: Code Enforcement + Fire Marshal
Local Operating Rules
Must operate within a permitted mobile food court — standalone trucks not permitted independently. 6-hour daily max at single location. Fines up to $2,000 for violations. All permits via OpenGov portal. No formal city zoning but land use guidelines apply.
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.