How to Start
Step 1:
The applicant should go to the Online Application Portal and complete the Common Victualler, Alcohol and/or Entertainment application online.
Step 2:
The application will be review by License Commission staff for completeness and accuracy. Inspectional Service Department (ISD) Staff will review to confirm proper zoning.
Step 3:
Once reviewed, the applicant will then be asked to submit a $100 hearing fee, or $175 if required to advertise. You will receive notice of the hearing date. At the hearing, testimony from the applicant and any interested party will be taken. Persons in support or opposition to the application have an opportunity to speak at the hearing as well. The Board's vote on the application will be made known to the applicant and public at a hearing, and to the applicant via correspondence with any further instructions for fulfilling outstanding requirements.
Step 4:
After the applicant fulfills all post-hearing requirements and submits all necessary paperwork, the annual fee for the license must be tendered for the license to be issued.
Requirements
Fee:
$175 (if advertisement & hearing required); $100 (if no advertisement required). If approved, the annual license fee will be based on the licensed seating capacity, see Fee Schedule.
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To set a hearing the application to the License Commission must include:
(1) a completed online Common Victualler License application
(2) Criminal Offender Record Information release check form
(3) Zoning sign-off from the Inspectional Services Department
(4) 8.5” x 11” floor plan specifying the entrances and exits, seating arrangement and any bars or booths
(5) If a corporation, a copy of the Articles of Organization or a copy of the Business Certificate (DBA) filed with the City Clerk’s Office
(6) Signed lease or a letter of intent from the landlord