Texas Administrative Code
Title 25 - HEALTH SERVICES
Part 1 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES
Chapter 228 - RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
Subchapter F - PHYSICAL FACILITIES
Section 228.172 - Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas of a Food Establishment

Universal Citation: 25 TX Admin Code ยง 228.172

Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024

Dogs may be allowed in outdoor dining areas of a food establishment if:

(1) the establishment posts a sign in a conspicuous location in the area stating that dogs are allowed;

(2) the customer and dog access the area directly from the exterior of the establishment;

(3) the dog does not enter the interior of the establishment;

(4) the customer keeps the dog on a leash and controls the dog;

(5) the customer does not allow the dog on a seat, table, countertop, or similar surface; and

(6) in the area, the establishment does not:

(A) prepare food; or

(B) permit open food other than food that is being served to a customer; and

(7) the requirements specified in this section do not apply to service animals or service animals in training.

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