City of Richardson, 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 Richardson for any local fire, zoning, or location rules that may apply.
State-issued license (DSHS)
Verified May 2026
- Obtain your state license from Texas DSHS
- Schedule your fire inspection with Richardson
- Check with Richardson for local fire, zoning, or parking rules
What you need to operate
State license (DSHS)Contact this city to confirm
CountiesCollin County, Dallas County
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
State licenseTexas DSHS (Chapter 437B, effective July 2026)
Official Resources
Licensing / permits page \u2192Richardson official website \u2192Phone: (972) 744-5750Local contact: Health Dept + Fire Dept + Police Dept
Local Operating Rules
3-step process: (1) Solicitor Permit from Police Dept, (2) Fire Dept operational permit if smoke/grease-producing, (3) Health Dept MFV permit ($250). No trailers, pushcarts, or kiosks — motorized MFUs only. Fire approval required before health permit issued.
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.