HHS-Environmental Health | Important Notices


Permit Application Change

Effective September 5, 2022 we will no longer be accepting New Food Establishment Packages, including plans and drawings, in a paper format.  All Packages, including plans and drawings, will need to be submitted in a .pdf format via a flash drive to Environmental Health. Please contact our office with any questions you may have at, 281-342-7469.

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PLEASE NOTE

We will no longer be accepting New Food Establishment Packages, including Plans and Drawing in a paper format. All Packages, including Plans and drawings, will need to be in a .pdf format. Should you have any questions, please contact our office at (281) 342-7469.


 FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS

A plan review must be conducted prior to the start of any construction of a new food establishment. A change of ownership inspection must be performed prior to operating an existing food establishment. A permit must be obtained to operate a food establishment. The following list contains all of the documents contained in a complete Food Establishment Packet.

It is important to prepare when deciding you want to permit a Food Establishment in Fort Bend County. The below two documents will provide the details and guidance along with expectations as you navigate through the plan review process. Please read carefully as we want your plan review to be as quick as possible with the correct information that we need from you.

Click on each document and print:

  1. Opening a Food Service Establishment in Fort Bend County  [PDF]
    This document lists the procedures that should be followed when opening or changing ownership of a restaurant. This document also includes helpful phone numbers and Guidelines for Food Establishment Operators.
  2. Food Establishment Permit Application  [PDF]
    As discussed in "Opening a Food Service Establishment", this application form, along with other required documentation must be completed and submitted to our office for approval.
  3. Food Description of Operation  [PDF]
    Complete and sign
  4. Risk Assessment  [PDF]
    Complete and sign
  5. Water Utility Service Agreement  [PDF]
  6. Food Regulations [PDF]