An ordinance amending Chapter 17, “Food Establishments,” of the Dallas City Code by (1) amending Section 17-1.6 and Chapter 50, “Consumer Affairs,” of the Dallas City Code; (2) amending Sections 50-152, 50-157, 50-158, 50-160, and 50-162; (3) adding new Sections 50-167.1 and 50-173; (4) providing requirements for serving or distributing food on public or private property; (5) providing a penalty not to exceed $500.00; (6) providing a saving clause; (7) providing a severability clause; and (8) providing an effective date - Financing: This action has no cost consideration to the City (see Fiscal Information)

Committee

Department of Code Compliance

Requested by

Department of Code Compliance (CCS)

Introduced

April 2, 2026

On agenda

April 22, 2026

Enactment no.

26-0714; APPROVED AS AMENDED; ORDINANCE 33393

Where it was heard

City Council Apr 22, 2026

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