Tyler, TX Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors: Food Truck Permits (2026)

Sec. 10-76 of the Tyler Unified Development Code requires mobile food units on private or city property to obtain a Transient Mobile Food Vendor Permit issued by the Planning Director, unless operating at an approved Food Truck Park or under a special-event permit. Units must also pass City of Tyler inspections, including the Fire Department, and hold Northeast Texas Public Health District permits, all displayed publicly. Each unit reports to its designated commissary at least once daily for food, supplies, and servicing, provides fire-prevention tools and a self-closing lidded trash receptacle, and documents restroom access for patrons and employees. Permits are valid up to one year.