Temporary food permits are required for those providing food or beverages at special events open to the public. It can be issued for a maximum of 14 consecutive days. The fee is $50 plus $5 per day per booth.
Apply online for a Temporary Food Permit Application.
The City of Irving does not issue food handler cards.
Food handler training must be obtained through an approved food handler course.
Irving requires that all food establishments that prepare food have a certified food manager on site during all hours of operation in accordance with state law. These certificates must be posted in public view.
If building a new food establishment or remodeling an existing structure where open foods will be prepared or available for purchase, submit plans for a Health Plan Review to the Inspections Department. Plan review fee is $125.
If this is in conjunction with a construction building permit, upload the kitchen plans to that permit application.
If only a health plan review is needed, application can be made through the online Permit Portal.
Yes, if the children are not related to you, whether you charge or not, you are required to obtain a Child Care Facility Permit. The fee is $60 per year.
Operators also must obtain a permit from the Texas Department of Health and Human Services. Call (214) 583-4253 for a permit.
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