Texas food truck permit requirements

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Austin, TX

Texas state permit transition plus fire checks

Austin is transitioning mobile food vendor administration to Texas DSHS. Vendors should confirm the state permit, pre-licensing inspection, fire inspection, central preparation facility, and local rules.

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