Licenses & Permits

The City of Caldwell requires permits or approvals for certain activities, including special events, mobile food establishments, outdoor burning, and alcoholic beverage sales. Select a category below to review applicable requirements, application procedures, and related City ordinances.

The City of Caldwell requires permits for certain special events, including parades, races, festivals, and outdoor gatherings that may affect public property, traffic, parking, or City services. Events held at City parks or recreational facilities may also require a permit.

When Is a Permit Required?

A Special Event Permit may be required for:

  • Parades, races, festivals, carnivals, and similar events.
  • Events involving street closures, traffic disruptions, or special City services.
  • Certain events held at City parks, pavilions, or recreational facilities.
  • Events involving alcohol on City recreational property

Certain events are exempt. Applicants should review the ordinance or contact the City to determine whether a permit is required.

Application Requirements

Applications must be submitted at least 45 days before the event and must include the required application and use agreement.

A nonrefundable application fee of $100 applies. The fee may be waived for qualifying nonprofit events, except events involving alcohol sales or consumption.

Alcohol & Insurance Requirements

Events involving alcohol must comply with applicable City ordinances and Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission requirements.

Special events are subject to liability insurance requirements, including naming the City of Caldwell as an additional insured. The City Administrator may reduce or waive certain insurance limits as authorized by ordinance.

Apply for a Special Event Permit

Special Event Permit Application

Permit applications are done through Cloudpermit. You must register for a free account first. 

View Special Event Ordinance

The City of Caldwell regulates mobile food establishments, including food trucks and mobile food establishment parks, under Ordinance No. 04-15-25-G. A City permit or license is required before beginning operations.

Permit Types

  • Short-Term Accessory Use (3-Day Permit): Allows a mobile food establishment to operate at an approved location for up to three consecutive days. Limited to four permits per property per calendar year.

  • Long-Term Accessory Use (Annual Permit): Allows a mobile food establishment to operate at an approved property for one calendar year.

  • Mobile Food Establishment Park (Annual License): Required for locations accommodating three or more mobile food establishments. Additional site and infrastructure requirements apply.

General Requirements

Mobile food establishments must comply with applicable location, parking, access, safety, sanitation, and operating-hour requirements. Required documentation may include health and safety permits, business information, property-owner authorization, and a site plan.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through CloudPermit. The property owner or tenant hosting the mobile food establishment is responsible for obtaining the applicable permit or license.

Apply for a Mobile Food Establishment Permit

View Mobile Food Establishment Ordinance

Outdoor burning within the City of Caldwell is regulated by City ordinance and may require prior approval and a permit. Before conducting an outdoor burn, review the City's requirements and obtain any required authorization.

Outdoor Burning Permit Application

Permit applications are done through Cloudpermit. You must register for a free account first. 

View Applicable City Ordinance

Businesses seeking to sell alcoholic beverages within Caldwell city limits must comply with applicable Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) requirements and any applicable City permitting requirements.

Application Process

  1. Obtain the appropriate authorization from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC).

  2. Complete the City's application through CloudPermit. You must register for a free account first. 

  3. Submit the required TABC documentation and applicable City fees.

  4. Contact the City Secretary's Office with questions about City requirements or application processing.

Apply for a City Alcoholic Beverage Permit

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC)

For questions, contact the City Secretary's Office at 979-567-3271 ext. 106.