City of McKinney, 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 McKinney 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 McKinney
- Check with McKinney 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 \u2192McKinney official website \u2192Phone: (972) 547-7445Local contact: Health Compliance Department
Local Operating Rules
Annual mobile food permit $258. Fire suppression system required, inspected semi-annually. K-Class + 2A-10BC fire extinguishers required. McKinney Fire Department inspection for cooking equipment. No parking in residential areas except private events. Commissary agreement required.
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.