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Carrollton vs Garland

How do cottage food operations rules compare between Carrollton, TX and Garland, TX?

Carrollton and Garland have similar restriction levels.

Carrollton, TX

Dallas County

Few Restrictions

Carrollton permits certain homemade food products to be sold directly to consumers under cottage food laws. Products must be non-potentially hazardous and properly labeled.

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Garland, TX

Dallas County

Few Restrictions

Garland follows the Texas Cottage Food Law (Health & Safety Code Ch. 437), allowing home production and direct sale of certain non-potentially-hazardous foods up to $50,000 in annual gross sales without a city food permit.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactCarrolltonGarland
AllowedBaked goods, jams, candy-
Revenue CapVaries by state-
LabelingRequired with allergens-
InspectionGenerally not required-
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Carrollton FAQ

Can I sell homemade baked goods from my home?

Yes, under cottage food laws in most areas. Carrollton allows certain shelf-stable foods sold directly to consumers with proper labeling.

Do I need a commercial kitchen?

No, cottage food laws allow production in your home kitchen without commercial inspection, within revenue limits.

Garland FAQ

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