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Food Service Permit
A Food Service Permit is required for all restaurants, grocery stores, cafeterias, bakeries, caterers, etc., as well as commercial child care facilities. The appropriate fee must accompany the permit application. Home food preparation is not allowed except that which falls under the Texas Cottage Food Law.
A Food Service Permit is valid for one year from date of issue and is nontransferable if a change in ownership occurs.
The permit fee is based on the square footage of the establishment, and an additional fee is required if the establishment has a grease trap. Other fees may also be incurred if there is a change in ownership, if the permit expires and is renewed late, or if there was a review of plans for a new or remodeled establishment.
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Payments & Applications
Payments can be made in person, via USPS mail, or using the online payment system.
New Operations and Changes in Ownership
Guidelines for New or Remodeled Food Establishments
To log in and renew online, you'll need a credit/debit card and the following:
- address street number (numbers only, no spaces)
- permit number (no spaces)
If you prefer to mail in your application, you can print the PDF Application below. You must include payment with the application.
Please call the Health Department during regular business hours (8:30 am - 4:30 pm) at 972-744-4080 if you have any questions or issues with the website. Please note payments are not accepted after 4:30 pm.
Fees
| Permit Type | Permit Fee |
|---|---|
| 0 - 2,000 sq ft | $250.00 |
| 2,001 - 7,500 sq ft | $350.00 |
|
Over 7,500 sq ft |
$450.00 |
| Multi-Department Food Store, i.e., grocery stores (includes grease trap fee) | $750.00 |
| Grease Trap Fee Establishments with a grease trap must include this fee |
$50.00 |
|
Registered Family Home |
$50.00 |
Other Fees
| Fee Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Late Fee If renewed 30 days past expiration date, must include late fee (other enforcement action may also apply). |
$100.00 |
| Re-inspection Fee If an establishment is closed by the Health Department, a re-inspection fee is charged for business to reopen. |
$125.00 - per inspection |
| Plan Review A one-time plan review fee (in addition to permit fee) paid at time of Health Permit application. |
$300.00 |
| Change of Ownership A one-time payment (in addition to the permit fee) for new ownership. Health Permits are nontransferable. |
$175.00 |