City of Laredo, 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 Laredo for any local fire, zoning, or location rules that may apply.
State-issued license (DSHS)
Verified Jun 2026
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with Laredo
- Check with Laredo 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 \u2192Laredo official website \u2192Phone: (956) 795-4904Local contact: Health Department — Environmental Health
Local Operating Rules
Food truck pilot program closed; new city ordinance pending. Health Department permit required. Permit sticker must be displayed on windshield. Fines up to $2,000 for operating without permit.
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.