Harris County Public Health requires a Mobile Food Unit permit for any food truck or trailer operating in unincorporated Harris County. Operators must obtain a Texas DSHS Retail Food Establishment permit and pass HCPH inspections covering food safety, sanitation, and equipment standards.
All mobile food establishments operating in unincorporated Harris County must hold a valid permit from Harris County Public Health's Environmental Public Health division. Requirements include a Texas DSHS food handler certification, commissary agreement for food prep and wastewater disposal, proper handwashing stations, and temperature control equipment. Annual inspections verify compliance. Separate from City of Houston permits which cover operations within Houston city limits only.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Harris County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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