You should be able to find all forms, and applications needed to get you going.
Food Establishment Plan Review Application - Health Permit Review of a new, existing for remodel, or change of ownership fixed food establishment (e.g., restaurant, retail grocery, hotel, motel, school grounds, childcare kitchen, etc.) (Download Document)
Change of Ownership 30-Day Temporary Fixed Food Permit – If a facility has changed ownership within 90 days and no changes were made to the menu, seating capacity, equipment, and layout you may qualify for this application. (Download Document)
Variance – For modifications or waiver to the requirements of the TFER or District Order 2023-1. For example, reduced oxygen packaging. (Download Document)
Voluntary Certified Food Manager Registration - Voluntary register your Certified Food Manager Certification. (Download Document)
FBI (Food Borne Illness) Complaint Form - Persons who suspect possible Food Borne Illness (FBI) should complete this. (Submit Online) (Download Document)
Food Safety Recalls and Outbreaks - If you prepared or consumed an item that is part of an active food recall, click for more info
Plan Review Application & Guidance Document - Health Permit Review of new construction, existing for remodel, or change of ownership pools, spas, and/or water features. (Download Document)
Certified Pool Operator Registration - To register your Certified Pool Operator Certificate. (Download Document)
Child Care, Day Care, Adult Care Application - Permit Review for new construction, existing for remodel or change of ownership Licensed Care Facility.(Download Document)
Foster Home Inspection Application - Health inspection required by the TX DFPS for foster and foster-to-adopt homes. (Download Document)
Funeral Home Application - Health inspection upon request for funeral homes. (Download Document)
General Sanitation & Pubic Nuisance Complaint Form - This form is designed for the public to report environmental health concerns and public nuisances that may impact community well-being. (Submit Online)
Examples of issues that can be reported include:
Temporary Food Vendor Permit & Coordinator Application - Permit for operating at a special event lasting 14 consecutive days or less. Coordinator Application is required to register for a special event. (Download Document)
Coordinator Application for a Single Event - Application required to register fora special event.To be completed by the event promoter. (Download Document)
Guidance for Vendors at Temporary Events - Set up guidance according to menu and style of food service for temporary events. (Download Document)
Important Details About Temporary Events - Flyer with what you need to know to obtain a permit. (Download Document)
Farmers Market Coordinator Application - Application required to register for a Farmers Market Event. To be completed by the promoter. (Download Document)
Farmers Market Vendor Application - Permit to operate at a Texas Farmers Market. (Download Document
Retail Food Program
Aquatic Health & Safety Program
Licensed Care Facility Program
Retail Food Program
Aquatic Health & Safety Program
Licensed Care Facility Program
Retail Food Program
Aquatic Health & Safety Program
Licensed Care Facility Program
Funeral Home
Conference for Food Protection
Public Health Reasons - Annex 3 – FDA Food Code 2017
Texas Department of Agriculture
Food Safety Educators
Consumer Food Safety
Aquatic Health & Safety Program
Aquatic Professional Resource
Consumer Pool Safety
NET Health Community Environmental Health Assessment Questionnaire
Other Environmental Health Conditions that impact health
Environmental Justice
Waste Water Disposal
Water Quality
Association of Food and Drug Officials AFDO - Important and relevant information about retail food including laws, state regulations, guidance, and other resources.
National SanitationFoundation International NSF- Focus is food, water, indoor air, and the environment, develops national standards, provides training, and provides third-party conformity assessment services.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. UL - Independent product safety certification organization that tests products and develops standards. UL is often the certifying body in the US for electrical components and often regulations will see their certification on equipment for specific components. The UL EPH mark indicates a Sanitary design that meets NSF/ANSI standards.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality TCEQ
