City of Plano, 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 Plano 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 Plano
- Check with Plano for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
State license (DSHS)Not currently required
CountiesCollin County, Denton County
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Local Operating Rules
Environmental Health mobile food inspection required (Tuesdays, excl. first Tues, 8:30am-noon). Certificate of Occupancy required before operating. Temporary food event permits require 10-day advance application.
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.