Permits & Licenses

Do you know what licenses you need?

Welcome to the One-Stop Shop’s Business Licensing Center, where most City business licenses are issued. Our goal is to streamline the licensing process and make it as convenient as possible for you. 

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

Certain professions, such as barbers and cosmetologists, require state-level licenses, which can be obtained through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

Alcohol Licensing

The sale and use of alcoholic beverages in Texas are regulated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). 

 

Food Licensing

The Department of Public Health enforces compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing all types of food establishments through active inspection, surveillance, enforcement, licensing, and monitoring.

Monday-Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM 

Texas State Environmental Compliance & Regulations

Businesses dealing with hazardous waste or pollution of the environment, water, or air are regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Permits, registrations, and licenses are required for these types of businesses.

Texas Health & Human Services

Texas Health & Human Services manages the licensing, credentialing, and regulation for child care, nurse aides, nursing facility administrators, long-term care providers, and healthcare facilities.

More Business Licensing Information

For more information regarding business-specific licensing, visit the Business Permit Office website by clicking the button below.