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TITLE 25 - HEALTH SERVICES
PART 1 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES
CHAPTER 228 - RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
SUBCHAPTER F - PHYSICAL FACILITIES
SECTION/RULE §228.172 - Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas of a Food Establishment
Chapter Review Date 11/07/2024

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.

Source Note: The provisions of this §228.172 adopted to be effective August 8, 2021, 46 TexReg 4686.

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