City of Lubbock, 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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock
- Check with Lubbock 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 \u2192Lubbock official website \u2192Local contact: Environmental Health + Fire Marshal
Local Operating Rules
Fire Code 2021: frying units require Type 1 vent hood + suppression system. Fire extinguisher 2A:10B:C minimum required. Joint Fire Marshal + Environmental Health inspections Tuesdays 10am-noon at Civic Center NW lot.
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.