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Information About Becoming a Mobile Food Unit
NOTE: This is an overview of steps needed to open a Mobile Food Unit (MFU) in Pittsburg, Texas. Read Ordinance 919-21 for complete details and requirements.
Step One: Obtain State Permits and Licensing
- Valid vehicle registration
- Proof of vehicle liability insurance
- Texas Sales Tax Permit
- Current Certified Food Manager & Food Handler Certificate
- The unit has a current State Heath/Food inspection permit Contact Region 4 & 5 Office with the Texas Department of State Health Services at (903) 595-3585 for permit or apply online
- https://www.dshs.texas.gov/foodestablishments/permitting.aspx
Step Two: Find a Qualified Location
(Full Mobile Food Unit Regulations)
- Must be located on a lot with an existing business that is operating in a permitted building
- Located on a hard surface lot
- Must be within 500 ft of the primary business and professionally plumbed restrooms
- Written permission from business owner to utilize lot and restrooms
- MFU must be moved daily and stay no longer than 12 hours
- Can only operate during operation hours of primary permitted business
Step Three: Application
- Application must be filled out completely
- Pay the associated fee at City Hall
- $250 - Annual
- $175 - Renewal
- $35 - Temporary (nor more than 7 days)
- Submit Application to Building Official at City Hall
- Building Official has 5 days to review plan - 24-hour notice is required for all inspections
Step Four: Open for Business
If you are interested in operating a Mobile Food Unit, you can contact City Hall at (903) 856-3621 with any questions.