City of Midland, 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 Midland 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 Midland
- Check with Midland for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
State license (DSHS)Contact this city to confirm
CountiesMartin County, 48-329 County
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Licensing / permits page \u2192Midland official website \u2192Phone: (432) 685-7333Local contact: Fire Marshal + Environmental Services + Development Services
Local Operating Rules
Three-department process: Fire Marshal inspection (Mon 8:30-9:30 AM by appointment only), Environmental Services health permit, Development Services vendor permit ($100). Annual background check from Police Department required. Property owner authorization letter for each location. Seated dining requires commercial property with notarized restroom access.
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.