City of El Paso, 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 El Paso may also enforce local rules — see below.
Known Local Rules
Fire safetyParkingNoise & nuisance
Based on official source review. Contact City of El Paso to confirm current requirements.
State-issued license (DSHS)
Verified May 2026
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with El Paso
- Check with El Paso 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 \u2192El Paso official website \u2192Phone: (915) 212-5699Local contact: Code Enforcement — Public Health
Local Operating Rules
Food permit required from Public Health (OSS, 811 Texas). Fire Marshal inspection required for propane. Food Protection Manager + Food Handler certifications required. All prep must be done in mobile unit or central prep facility.
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.