City of Longview, 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 Longview may also enforce local rules — see below.
Known Local Rules
Fire safetyZoningNoise & nuisanceSpecial areas & events
Based on official source review. Contact City of Longview to confirm current requirements.
State-issued license (DSHS)
Verified May 2026
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with Longview
- Check with Longview for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
State license (DSHS)Contact this city to confirm
CountiesGregg County, Harrison County
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Licensing / permits page \u2192Longview official website \u2192Phone: (903) 237-1285Local contact: Environmental Health — Food Service Division
Local Operating Rules
Must submit and maintain current itinerary (all locations, hours, CPF schedule). Residential zone operation limited to city/school/church property with authorization, HOA invitation, snow cones/ice cream, private catering, or catering permit. Fire Dept has separate MFU guidelines PDF. Special event permits for park vending.
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.