City of Denton, Texas
mobile food vendors \u2014 local operating rules
Texas mobile food vendors are licensed statewide by DSHS under Chapter 437B (effective July 1, 2026). Contact City of Denton for any local fire, zoning, or location rules that may apply.
State-issued license (DSHS)
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with Denton
- Check with Denton 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 \u2192Denton official website \u2192Phone: (940) 349-8306Local contact: Health & Food Safety Division
Local Operating Rules
Four classes of mobile food units (Class I-IV) with different requirements. Monthly itinerary of planned locations required. Private property only — prohibited on public property and city right-of-way. Cannot occupy required parking spaces. 2A:10B:C fire extinguisher + K-rated extinguisher for oils/fats. Commissary visit logs must be on vehicle.
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.