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Orland Park · 7.4.14

Persons Ineligible For License

Summary

This section outlines the criteria that render an individual or entity ineligible to receive a retail liquor license in Orland Park. It covers residency, character, citizenship, criminal history, past license revocations, and corporate qualifications.

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violation; (13)   A person who does not beneficially own the premises for which a license is sought, or does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license is to be issued;(11/04) (14)   Any law enforcing public official, including members of local liquor control commission, any mayor, alderman, or member of the city council or commission, any president...village board of trustees, any member of a village board of trustees, or any president or member of a county board; and no such official shall be interested directly in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that license may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are not located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official if the issuance of such license is approved by the State Liquor Control Commission
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Norridge · 6.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to alcoholic beverages and establishments that serve them, including alcohol, alcoholic liquor, beer, and club. It also references similar state laws for each definition.

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reference— Similar provisions, 235 ILCS 5/1-3.04. Club means a corporation organized under the laws of this state not for pecuniary profit, but solely for the promotion of some common object other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquors kept, used and maintained by its members through the payment of annual dues, and owing, hiring or using a building or space in a building, of such extent and character as may be suitable and adequate for the reasonable and comfortable...meeting by the members or by its board of directors or other governing body out of the general revenue of the club. State Law reference— Similar provisions, 235 ILCS 5/1-3.24. Licensed establishment means any retail establishment licensed by the village where alcoholic liquor is drawn, poured, mixed, or otherwise served for consumption on the premises. Piano bar means a retail establishment licensed by the village where alcoholic liquor is drawn, poured, mixed, or otherwise served for consumption on the premises
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Sleepy Hollow · 3.3.3

Local liquor control commissioner

Summary

This section designates the village president as the local liquor control commissioner, responsible for administering liquor control ordinances and the Illinois Liquor Control Act. The commissioner is granted specific powers including issuing, suspending, and revoking liquor licenses, conducting investigations, and appointing a temporary replacement.

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resolutions relating to alcoholic liquor as may be enacted from time to time by the board of trustees. B. The local liquor control commissioner shall also have the following specific powers: 1. To issue, suspend and/or revoke alcoholic liquor licenses in accordance with the Illinois Liquor Control Act of 1934 as amended, 235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq., village ordinances and resolutions, and any rules and regulations established by or for said commissioner. 2. To examine, or cause to be examined...license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation has been served as provided by statute; to examine the books and records of any applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proofs for his information in the performance of his duties, and for such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of the State of Illinois. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor
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Rolling Meadows · 122.76

Outdoor business activities

Summary

This section outlines general requirements and specific regulations for permanent outdoor business activities in Rolling Meadows, differentiating between outdoor sales in Commercial districts and outdoor storage in Manufacturing districts, with specific rules for vending machines and prohibitions on certain storage containers.

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city manager to protect the public health, safety and welfare may be imposed. xxiv. Sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages, as well as any additional related requirements on the temporary outdoor seasonal seating area, shall be regulated by the liquor license governing the restaurant. xxv. Outdoor liquor service is subject to approval by the City of Rolling Meadows Liquor Commissioner
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Lakemoor · 9.06

Number Of Licenses

Summary

This section outlines the Village Board's authority to determine the number of various liquor license classes within Lakemoor, based on the advice of the Liquor Control Commissioner. It also includes a provision for issuing licenses upon annexation of properties holding licenses in McHenry or Lake County, overriding numerical limitations.

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Village Board shall allow for licenses of the following nature and in the following quantities. (1)   The Village Board will from time to time will determine the number of Class A licenses in the corporate limits of the village with the advice of the Liquor Control Commissioner; (2)   The Village Board will from time to time will determine the number of Class BB licenses in the corporate limits of the village with the advice of the Liquor Control Commissioner...advice of the Liquor Control Commissioner; and (8)   The Village Board will from time to time determine the number of ancillary licenses available in the corporate limits of the village with the advice of the Liquor Control Commissioner. There shall be one license created under this section. (B)   In the event that any person, firm or corporation holding a local license in the county of McHenry or the county of Lake shall be annexed to the village, the village shall
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Glencoe · 4.34

Sales Promotions

Summary

This section prohibits various price-based and volume-based sales promotions for alcoholic beverages by liquor licensees, with specific exceptions for free food, entertainment, meal packages, and certain bulk sales of beer and wine. It also prohibits drinking games and contests on licensed premises.

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local liquor licensees shall maintain a schedule of prices for all drinks of alcoholic liquor to be served and consumed on the licensed premises. (b)   It is unlawful for any local liquor licensee, or any employee or agent thereof, to: (1)   Sell more than one drink of alcoholic liquor for the price of one drink of alcoholic liquor; (2)   Sell, offer to sell, or serve to any person an unlimited number of drinks of alcoholic liquor during any set period...alcoholic liquor contained in a drink, or the size of a drink of alcoholic liquor, without increasing proportionately the price regularly charged for the drink on that day; (4)   Encourage or permit, on the licensed premises, any game or contest that involves drinking alcoholic liquor or the awarding of drinks of alcoholic liquor as prizes for the game or contest on the licensed premises; or (5)   Advertise or promote in any way, whether on or off the licensed premises
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Norridge · 6.45

Prohibited issuance

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This section prohibits the issuance of licenses required by the article to individuals or entities that do not meet specific eligibility criteria, including residency, good character, US citizenship, rehabilitation after certain convictions, and corporate structure. It also outlines conditions for co-partnerships and corporations based on the eligibility of their partners, officers, directors, or stockholders.

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violation. 14. A person who does not beneficially own the premises for which a license is sought, or does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license is to be issued. 15. Any law-enforcing public official, including members of any local liquor control commission, and president...village board of trustees, any member of the village board of trustees, or any president or member of a county board; and no such official shall be interested directly in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that license may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are not located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official, if the issuance of such license is approved by the local liquor control commissioner
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Bensenville · 3.3.2

License Required; Term

Summary

This section establishes that selling alcoholic liquor at retail in Bensenville requires a license and must adhere to its terms. It also specifies that all issued licenses are annual and expire on December 31st of the year they are issued.

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shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail in the Village any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer's license, or in violation of the terms of such license. (1976 Code § 35.02) Each license issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be an annual license and shall expire on December 31 next following its issuance. (1976 Code
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Woodstock · 3.3.2

License Required

Summary

This section mandates that any person selling or offering alcoholic liquor for retail sale within the City of Woodstock must possess a valid retail liquor dealer's license. Sales must also comply with the terms of the license and all relevant statutes, laws, and city codes.

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person shall sell or offer for sale at retail in the City any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer's license, or in violation of the terms of such license or any statute, law or this Code
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Bloomingdale · 4.2.27

Revocation Or Suspension Of License; Fines; Appeals

Summary

This section outlines the Bloomingdale local liquor control commissioner's authority to suspend or revoke liquor licenses for violations of chapter or state/federal laws. It details fine structures based on violation frequency, specifies notice requirements for hearings, and limits appeals to a review of the official record, referencing Illinois statute for procedure.

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Revocation Or Suspension Authorized: The local liquor control commissioner may suspend or revoke any liquor dealer's license for any violation of any provisions of this chapter or for any violation of any state or federal law pertaining to alcoholic liquor, as provided and in the manner provided by statute. B.   Fines: In addition to the suspension, the local liquor control commissioner may levy a fine on the licensee for such violations. The fine imposed shall not exceed one thousand...month period. Each day on which a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation. Not more than fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) in fines under this section may be imposed against any licensee during the period of his license. Proceeds from such fines shall be paid into the general corporate fund. C.   Notice Of Hearings: Notice of hearings regarding such suspension or revocation shall be sent to the police department, village administrator, and the president and board of trustees
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Olympia Fields · 4.37

List of licenses issued

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local liquor control commissioner shall keep or cause to be kept a complete record and file of particulars of all licenses issued
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Downers Grove · Sec 3.14

Term - Fees

Summary

This section outlines the term of retail licenses, which run from November 1 to October 31. It details the fee structure, stating that fees are set by an administrative regulation and are generally non-refundable unless a license is issued after May 1, in which case it is prorated.

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Except as provided herein, there shall be no refund or proration of the license fee for any portion of a year prior to issuance or during which licensee ceases to engage in the business of selling alcoholic liquor. For any license issued on or after the first day of May of any year, the license fee shall be prorated by dividing the fee by twelve (12) and multiplying the resulting sum by the number of months, or parts thereof, remaining...awarded a credit in the amount of the license fee previously paid by licensee in same license year for the same establishment. 5. All required fees shall be paid at the time of issuance of the license after approval by the Local Liquor Commissioner pursuant to DGMC Section 3.12 of this Chapter. All such fees shall be forthwith deposited with the Village Treasurer
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Monee · 3.3.5

Persons Not Eligible For License

Summary

This section outlines individuals and entities ineligible for a liquor license in Monee. It disqualifies those of poor character, non-citizens, convicted felons (unless rehabilitated), keepers of illicit establishments, those whose licenses were revoked, and certain partners or stockholders of businesses.

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such violation. N.   A person who does not beneficially own the premises for which a license is sought, or does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license is to be issued. O.   Any law enforcing public official, including members of local liquor control commissions, any mayor, alderman, or member of the city council or commission, any president of a village board of trustees, any member...village board of trustees, or any president or member of a county board; and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly, in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that a license may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are not located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official if the issuance of such license is approved by the State Liquor Control Commission
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Park City · 5.20.011

Off-premises sale prohibited—Exception

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, service, or consumption of alcoholic beverages outside of the building designated as the licensed premises, with an exception for specific liquor permits/licenses. It explicitly excludes various outdoor areas from being considered part of the licensed premises.

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Except as permitted by a Class FF liquor permit or Class G liquor license, it is unlawful for any licensee to sell, serve or permit the consumption of alcoholic beverages outside of any licensed premises. B. "Licensed premises," for purposes of this title, means the building from which the sale of alcoholic beverages is conducted. "Licensed premises" shall not mean patios, porches, sidewalks, tents, cabanas, lean-tos, trailers, stages, courts, beer gardens and open land adjacent
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Bensenville · 3.3.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the Bensenville Liquor Regulations chapter, including alcoholic liquors, clubs, full line grocery stores, and government sports facilities.

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available for purchase to the public, at which the service of alcoholic beverages is incidental and complementary to the sale of food, groceries, prepared foods and beverages. OUTDOOR AREA: Any area or structure of the licensed premises or, if authorized by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, public right-of-way, not wholly within a building or other structure having a solid roof, wall, floor, closable doors, including, but not limited to, areas or structures such as porches, patios, pavilions, summerhouses...every eight (8) restaurant seats. Limited food service establishments, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, lounges, restaurant/lounges, luncheonettes, diners, coffee shops, drive-ins or self-service and/or carryout establishments, are not permitted a liquor license. RETAILER: A person who sells, or offers for sale, alcoholic liquor for use or consumption and not for resale in any form. VETERANS' ORGANIZATION: Any association or corporation organized not for profit, members of which must have been members of the armed forces
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Skokie · 10.77

BASSET training

Summary

This section mandates that all liquor licensees or their designated managers complete BASSET training or a comparable certified program within 30 days of license approval or employee termination. Failure to comply may result in ordered training as a remedy during a hearing.

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licensee to complete the program shall be a manager of the business and shall be on the premises on a regular basis. (b) Time for completion. If a Licensee is approved by the Liquor Control Commissioner for a liquor license, the new licensee or a designated employee thereof, shall have 30 days, from the date of receipt of the license, to complete a program as specified in Section 10-77. The licensee shall maintain verification of completion on file
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Northlake · 3.3.5.10

Employees

Summary

This section prohibits the employment of individuals with contagious diseases in establishments selling alcohol and mandates that all employees involved in selling, serving, or checking IDs for alcoholic beverages complete a state-certified Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) program within 90 days of employment.

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engage in any way in the handling, preparation or distribution of such liquor. (Ord. O-05-91, 2-19-1991, eff. 5-1-1991; amd. Ord. O-32-2006, 10-2-2006) A.   All original or renewal applications for liquor licenses shall be accompanied with proof of completion of a state certified beverage alcohol sellers and servers education and training (BASSET) program for all persons who sell or serve alcoholic beverages, all management personnel working on premises, and anyone whose...description entails the checking of identification for the purchase of alcoholic beverages, pursuant to that license. B.   A state certified "BASSET" training program shall be defined as a BASSET program licensed by the state of Illinois liquor control commission (ILCC) as required by 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/3-12 (11.1) and 6027 and title 77 of Illinois administrative code, chapter XVI, section 3500. All licensed BASSET providers shall be required to have on file all licenses and certificates to prove current
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Franklin Park · 3.2.21

Permitted happy hours and meal packages, party packages, and entertainment packages

Summary

This section of the Franklin Park municipal ordinance defines terms related to special event packages involving food and alcohol and outlines the conditions under which licensees can offer free food/entertainment, include alcoholic beverages in meal or hotel packages, and sell party packages with specific limitations.

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bottled beer), carafes, or bottles of alcoholic liquor which are customarily sold in such manner, or sell bottles of spirits; (8) Advertise events permitted under this section; (9) Include drinks of alcoholic liquor as part of an entertainment package where the licensee is separately licensed by a village ordinance that (A) restricts dates of operation to dates during which there is an event at an adjacent stadium, (B) restricts hours of serving alcoholic liquor to two (2) hours before...posted on the licensed premises or on the licensee's publicly available website at least seven (7) days prior to the specified time. (c) A violation of this section shall be grounds for suspension or revocation of the local liquor license as provided by this chapter. (d) All licensees affected by this section must also comply with sections 6-16, 6-21, and 6-27.1 of the Liquor Control Act of 1934, as amended
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Oak Forest · 111.44

State Approved Basset Training

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This section mandates that all individuals involved in selling or serving alcoholic beverages, managing the premises, or checking identification must complete a State-certified BASSET (Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training) program. It outlines the requirements for program certification, participant proof of completion, and employer responsibilities for maintaining training records.

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original or renewal applications for a class liquor licenses shall be accompanied with proof of completion of a State certified Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) program for all persons who sell or serve beverages, all management personnel working on premises, and anyone whose job description entails the checking of identification for the purchases of beverages, pursuant to that license. (B)   A state certified BASSET training program shall be defined as a BASSET program licensed...State of Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) as required by ILCS Ch. 235, Act 5, §§ 3-12(11.1) and 6-27 and Title 77 of Illinois Administrative Code, Chapter XVI, Section 3500. All licensed BASSET providers shall be required to have on file all licenses and certificates to prove current qualifications and provide a certificate of course completion and a card (a picture type ID is optional), to participants as proof of completion. (C)   After any new owner, manager, employee
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Frankfort · 113.25

Suspension Or Revocation Of License

Summary

This section outlines the grounds and procedures for the suspension or revocation of a retail liquor dealer's license by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. It specifies that violations of the chapter, state liquor control act, or related rules can lead to such actions, with specified suspension limits.

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addition to all other fines and penalties, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend or revoke the retail liquor dealer’s license for any violation of this chapter. (B)   The Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend for not more than 30 days (ILCS Ch. 235, Act 5, § 4-4) or may revoke for cause, any license issued by him if he determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of “the Liquor Control Act of 1934,” ILCS
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Matteson · 111.47

Class “I” License

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This section outlines the provisions for a Class 'I' liquor license in Matteson, which permits on-premises retail sale of alcoholic liquor with limited carry-out wine sales. It also details specific hours of operation restrictions for these licenses, including extended hours for New Year's Eve.

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Class “I” license shall authorize the retail sale on the premises specified in the license of alcoholic liquor solely for consumption on the premises; provided, however, the package sales of wine only shall be permitted in conjunction with the sale of carry out orders of food. The annual fee for the license shall be $1,500 payable annually in advance. (B)   It shall be unlawful for holders of Class “I” licenses to sell or offer for sale at retail...alcoholic liquor in the village between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., except on Sunday; however, it shall be lawful for holders of Class “I” licenses to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor in the village until 2:00 a.m. on Saturday. (C)   It shall be unlawful for holders of Class “I” licenses to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor in the village, between the hours
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North Chicago · 5.34.9

LICENSE CONDITIONS

Summary

This section outlines license conditions for adult uses in North Chicago, prohibiting alcohol, requiring staff-patron separation, restricting minors, prohibiting specified sexual activities and obscenity, limiting operating hours, and restricting Sunday/holiday operation.

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following license conditions shall apply: A. No licensee or any other person shall hold a liquor license for the property subject to the adult use license, or sell, serve, and/or allow the consumption of alcoholic liquor on the property; B. No adult use offering live performance of adult entertainment shall allow exposed or uncovered specified anatomical areas; C. No adult use shall permit persons under the age of twenty-one (21) on the property subject to the adult use license
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Elgin · 6.06.080

License; fee payment; renewal

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This section outlines the payment, renewal, and expiration dates for liquor licenses in Elgin. It specifies different fee payment schedules for various license classes and details consequences for late payments, including potential denial or revocation.

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revocation as the case may be. D. Any applicant whose establishment is located on property involuntarily annexed to the city after June 1, 1989, and who, at the time of such annexation, holds a current and valid county liquor license, shall have its initial license fee abated by an amount equal to the fee paid to the county for the license in effect on the date of annexation. (Prior Code, § 24-4(e); Code
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Blue Island · 113.187

Video Gaming Terminal Operation Fee

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This section establishes an annual operation fee of $25 per video gaming terminal for licensed establishments, fraternal establishments, veterans establishments, and truck stop establishments within Blue Island. The due date for this fee is tied to the renewal of their respective liquor or business licenses.

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city. (B) Fee due date. The video gaming terminal fee will be due and payable as follows: (1)   For a licensed establishment, licensed fraternal establishment or licensed veterans establishment, this fee is due and payable when the liquor license renewal fee is due and payable as specified in Chapter 111, Alcoholic Liquor, of this code of ordinances; and (2)   For a licensed truck stop establishment, this fee is due and payable when the business license annual
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Burnham · 6.2

Change of location

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This section states that a retail dealer's liquor license is tied to a specific location and any change of location requires written permission from the local liquor control commissioner. The new location must also comply with state law and village ordinances for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor.

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retail dealer's liquor license shall permit the sale at retail of alcoholic liquor only in the premises designated in the application and license. Such location may be changed only upon the written permit to make such change issued by the local liquor control commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is a proper one for the sale at retail of alcoholic liquor under the law of this state and the ordinances of this
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