Changes up to date on the downloadable and online applications on this website. 
Be certain to pay the fee listed on the application or renewal. 
To ensure you submit the correct amount, please complete 1 of the following if applicable: 

• Apply online 
• Renew online
• Download a Pre-Licensing Form

• Swimming Pool Inspection Form  
• Public Interactive Water Feature and Fountains Form 
• Youth Camp Inspection Form  
• Youth Camp Inspection Matrix  (Updated 03/31/2021)
• Youth Camp Private Water Supply Inspection Matrix 

• Youth Camp Pre-Licensing Form (Updated 12/4/2024)

You should submit your complete application and fee for the 2026 camp season between February 2nd, 2026 and March 31st, 2026. 

Failure to submit your application in a timely manner or failure to complete each section of the application or to submit the appropriate fee will delay the issuance of your license. 

You may not operate a youth camp without a license in Texas. 

Pre-licensing Inspection Information 

All new and existing youth camps will be required to complete a pre-licensing inspection prior to a youth camp license being issued. 

Youth camps applying for a new license, whether a new facility, camp, transfer of ownership or physical relocation of an existing facility, must have a pre-licensing inspection prior to the issuance of a license, as required by Chapter 141 of the Texas Health & Safety Code. 

Inspection of a youth camp is required to verify that the operation meets applicable health and safety regulations, rules and standards. All camps are subject to random unannounced inspections during the camping season, in addition to pre-licensing inspections. 

All camps that require a new license must be ready for inspection at beginning of May in order to ensure that the inspection is conducted, and the license is issued prior to camp opening. 

Applying for a License 

Youth camp applications, both initial and renewal must be submitted online using the Regulatory Services Online Licensing System.