FAQs • Midland, TX • CivicEngage

How do I go about opening my own food business?: First you must have access to a location that is zoned for that activity. Then, you must complete the City of Midland Certificate of Occupancy requirements. To complete this requirement, go to the City of Midland Development Service Department Code Administration Division at 300 N. Loraine Street Midland, TX 79702 and ask the clerks for assistance. Finally, you must purchase a Food Establishment Permit from City of Midland Health Department at 3303 W Illinois Sp 22. If you need more information on how to start up a food establishment call the City of Midland Health Department at (432) 681-7613

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Health Department: Environmental

1. How do I file a complaint regarding sanitary conditions at a restaurant or other retail food establishment?: To report dirty conditions or unsafe food handling practices at a restaurant or other food establishment, call (432) 681-7613 or report online at MidlandHealth@MidlandTexas.gov.

2. How do I file a food-borne illness complaint against a restaurant or other retail food establishment?: If you believe you have become ill from eating at a restaurant or other food establishment, contact your local health department. The health department is an important part of the food safety system, call (432) 681-7613 or report online at MidlandHealth@MidlandTexas.gov.

3. How do I go about opening my own food business?: First you must have access to a location that is zoned for that activity. Then, you must complete the City of Midland Certificate of Occupancy requirements. To complete this requirement, go to the City of Midland Development Service Department Code Administration Division at 300 N. Loraine Street Midland, TX 79702 and ask the clerks for assistance. Finally, you must purchase a Food Establishment Permit from City of Midland Health Department at 3303 W Illinois Sp 22. If you need more information on how to start up a food establishment call the City of Midland Health Department at (432) 681-7613

4. Can I prepare food or drink in my home and sell it?: No. This is a direct violation of State law, City health codes and City zoning codes.

5. What do I need to do to sell food from my mobile unit?: You are required to obtain a Mobile Food Vendor Permit for the vehicle. To obtain one, contact the City of Midland Health Department, (432) 681-7613.
Further, you must drive the vehicle which requires a license to the City of Midland Health Department for a inspection located at 3303 W Illinois Sp 22, ask the clerk for further assistance, as a vehicle inspection is required before the permit can be issued.
In addition, to sell at a fixed location, you must do so on commercial property, with a notarized letter of permission from the property owner that also gives you access to restrooms on the property.

6. What type of pool needs a permit?: All commercial pools/spas located within the Midland County are required to have a permit. This permit expires annually, or upon transfer of ownership of the pool, whichever occurs first.