Health Services

We reduce the incidence of preventable illness, injury, and disease within the city by providing the following services:

• Health Code plan review and construction inspections
• Permitting and inspection of retail and temporary food establishments, commercial childcare centers, public swimming pools, hotels/motels, on-site sewage facilities, and boarding home facilities
• Investigation of health-related complaints
• Enforcement of the city's smoking ordinance
• Facilitation of the city's mosquito-borne disease surveillance program
• Supporting community health initiatives and public health education efforts

Manage Your Health Permits Online

Use the Arlington Permits portal to apply for or pay for health-related permits quickly and easily.

You can:

• Apply for food establishment, temporary, seasonal, or catering permits
• Submit applications for child care or public pool permits
• Pay fees and manage your permit records

Access the Health Permitting Portal:

Arlington Permits

Need to schedule a health inspection or contact your health inspector?

Our team is here to help you stay in compliance. Whether you're opening a new business or due for a routine check, you can easily schedule inspections or reach out to your assigned inspector for questions and guidance.

Schedule or Contact Now:

Health Inspector Search

If you’ve seen something that may be a health or safety concern—such as unsanitary food handling, unsafe conditions, or other health violations—you can report it quickly and confidentially.

You can:

• Call 817-459-6502
• Use the Ask Arlington mobile app

Report a Violation:   

Ask Arlington