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Stickney · 6.43

Classes of licenses

Summary

This section of the Stickney municipal ordinance establishes four classes of local liquor licenses: Class C (on-premises consumption), Class D (off-premises package sales), Class E (on-premises restaurant sales ancillary to food service), and Class F (on-premises charitable club sales). It also details regulations regarding video gaming terminals for Class C and E licenses.

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There shall be the following classes of local liquor licenses: (1) Class C. A class C liquor license shall authorize the sale of any and all alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises only, not retail sale for outside consumption. a. No video gaming terminals shall be permitted on any premises operating under a class C liquor license, except upon the majority vote of the board of trustees of the village. b. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any class C licensee operating...premises where sold only. Under this license, alcoholic liquor may only be sold concurrent with and ancillary to the service of food. a. No video gaming terminals shall be permitted on any premises operating under a class E liquor license, except upon the majority vote of the board of trustees of the village. b. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any class E licensee operating video gaming terminals as of September 1, 2017 may continue its video gaming operations until the licensee leases

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Glendale Heights · 4.3.11

Classification Of Licenses

Summary

This section establishes and defines various classes of liquor licenses available in Glendale Heights, including those for on-premises consumption, service bars in restaurants, adult entertainment cabarets, establishments with numerous televisions, extended hours, and in-room liquor cabinets for hotels.

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made in bulk to the person or entity hosting or sponsoring the private function or the sale of beer, wine and ale on the licensed premises by the individual drink at a cash bar. 2. A Class C-2 liquor license shall authorize a Caterer to serve alcoholic liquors for consumption, as an incidental part of a food service, subject to the following conditions: a. The Caterer may provide alcohol and food services only in the banquet hall...retained by the licensee for a period of six (6) months after delivery and shall be made available for inspection upon request by village officials. (Ord. 2010-71, 12-9-2010) U. Class N: A class N license shall authorize liquor establishments with a class A, A-V, A-F, A-R, B or C license to remain open an additional hour each year on Thanksgiving Eve and New Year's Eve. The liquor control commissioner, upon proper approval

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Geneva · 4.2.5

LICENSE REQUIRED—RESTRICTIONS

Summary

This section makes it unlawful to sell or offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail within the city without both a local retail liquor license and a state liquor license. It also requires licensees to adhere to the terms of their licenses and mandates the maintenance of a record of all issued licenses.

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unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail in the city any alcoholic liquor (a) without a local retail liquor license ("local liquor license") and a state liquor license issued by the state liquor commission, or (b) be in violation of the terms of such license. The local liquor control commissioner shall keep, or cause to be kept, a complete record of all licenses issued by him under this chapter

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Batavia · 3.3.8

No Issuance To City Debtor Or Nonconforming Premises

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance or renewal of local liquor licenses if the applicant owes any debt to the city or if the licensed premises are deemed unsafe by the Fire Marshal or Building Commissioner due to code violations or structural issues.

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local liquor license shall be authorized for issuance and no initial local liquor license or renewal local liquor license shall be issued if the applicant, or any sole proprietor, partner, copartner, member, officer, manager, director, or any stockholder or stockholders owning in the aggregate more than five percent (5%) of the stock thereof (either individually or in the foregoing capacities) is a debtor to the city for any reason whatsoever, regardless of whether the debt has been discharged such that...applicant, that is a debtor to the city for any reason whatsoever, and regardless of whether the debt has been discharged such that the city can no longer collect such debt in any legal proceeding. B. No local liquor license shall be authorized for issuance and no initial local liquor license or renewal local liquor license shall be issued if the licensed premises are deemed by the Fire Marshal or Building Commissioner to be in a condition that make

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Shorewood · 3.3.11

Liquor License Renewals

Summary

This section outlines the process and conditions for renewing liquor licenses. It states that renewal is possible if the licensee and premises remain qualified, but the renewal privilege is not a vested right, allowing the Village to reduce the number of licenses. Prior licensees receive preference over new applicants when demand exceeds the allowed number of licenses.

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construed as a vested right which shall in any case prevent the Village President and Board of Trustees from decreasing the number of licenses to be issued within the Village. However, when the number of applications made for a liquor license or for any class of license exceeds the number of licenses permitted under this chapter, prior licensees shall be given preference over new applicants, provided they otherwise qualify for such license. B. All applications for renewal of existing licenses

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Old Mill Creek · 112.035

License Required

Summary

This section mandates that individuals must possess both local and state liquor licenses to sell or offer alcoholic liquor within the village. It also prohibits sales that violate license terms and requires licensees to display their local license prominently.

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Local and state liquor licenses required. It shall be unlawful for any person not having a current, valid local liquor license and a current, valid state liquor license to sell or offer for sale in the village any alcoholic liquor. (B) Sale in violation of license prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any licensee to sell, offer for sale or dispense in the village any alcoholic liquor except in the manner authorized by, and in compliance with, the terms...restrictions of the liquor laws and such licensee’s local liquor license. (C) Display of license. Every licensee shall cause his or her current local liquor license to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. (D) Exception to license requirement. Notwithstanding any provisions in this chapter to the contrary, the occupant of any dwelling unit does not require a license under this chapter to sell, otherwise transfer or provide liquor to others

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West Dundee · 3.2.10

Conditions Of License

Summary

This section outlines the conditions for alcoholic liquor licenses in West Dundee, including the license term, the non-property and non-transferable nature of licenses, and procedures for changing the licensed location.

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License Term: Each alcoholic liquor license shall commence on May 1 and shall terminate on April 30 next following its issuance; however, alcoholic liquor licenses may commence after May 1 for less than a full one year term, but shall terminate on April 30 next following its issuance, when the application therefor is reviewed by the Local Liquor Control Commission during the regular license term, which normally commences on May 1. B. Licenses Not To Constitute Property; Not Transferable...alcoholic liquor license shall be purely a personal privilege and shall be valid for the time specified therein unless sooner revoked or suspended, and shall not constitute property nor shall it be subject to attachment, garnishment or execution; nor shall it be alienable or transferable, voluntarily or involuntarily, or subject to be encumbered or hypothecated. Such license shall not descend by the laws of testate or intestate devolution, but it shall cease upon the death of the licensee; provided that

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Sugar Grove · 3.2.7

Overlay Permit Classification

Summary

This section outlines two overlay permits available to holders of a valid On-Premise liquor license in Sugar Grove: a Bring Your Own Beer/Beverage (BYOB) permit and a Food Service Waiver permit. The BYOB permit allows customers to bring sealed beer and wine, while the Food Service Waiver exempts licensees from the food service requirement for selling and consuming alcohol.

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following permits may be obtained by the holder of a valid On Premise liquor license: A. Bring Your Own Beer/Beverage (BYOB): The holder of a valid On Premise liquor license issued under this chapter may apply on an annual basis for a BYOB permit. 1. Annual Permits: A BYOB Permit shall permit a valid On Premise liquor license holder to allow for alcoholic liquor to be brought into and/or consumed on the defined premises...over the age of twenty one (21) to bring their own beverages (beer and wine only) in their original, unopened, sealed containers for consumption on the Licensed Premises. The entirety of the Licensed Area for the underlying On Premise liquor license shall be deemed the permitted area for BYOB activities, unless such area is further limited by the Licensee. Any employee responsible for serving alcoholic liquor or checking identification must be appropriately trained in accordance with state law and local

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River Forest · 8.5.13

Limitation On Number Of Local Liquor Licenses

Summary

This section limits the number of local liquor licenses by class, with specific caps for most classes and an open allowance for Class 5. The number of authorized licenses can be changed by the Village authorities, but any revoked license automatically reduces the authorized number for its class.

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A. Number Of Licenses: The number of authorized licenses shall be limited to the following: Class Number Of Licenses Class Number Of Licenses 1 1 1A 1 2 0 3 0 4 5 4A 0

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Aurora · Sec 6-

19 Change Of Location

Summary

This section prohibits the transfer of a liquor license between businesses or locations in Aurora. Relocating a licensed business requires a new application, supporting documentation, a fee, and approval through a multi-stage committee and council process.

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City of Aurora liquor license is not transferrable between multiple businesses or business locations. Every liquor license shall clearly identify the physical location of the licensed business as approved by the City Council. The sale of alcoholic liquor by the licensed business shall only be conducted on the premises identified on the liquor license. In the event a liquor licensee wishes to relocate the licensed business, the licensee must submit a new Liquor License Application with all required supporting documentation...refundable application fee to the City Clerk's Office for review by the Local Liquor Commissioner. The Liquor License Application shall be presented to the City of Aurora Public Health, Safety & Transportation Committee, the Committee of the Whole, and the City Council for final approval of the issuance of a new license by the Local Liquor Commissioner. (Code

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St. Charles · 5.08.080

License—Restriction on issuance

Summary

This section outlines disqualifications for obtaining an alcoholic beverage license in St. Charles, including residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, and prior license revocations. It also details criteria for partnerships and corporations.

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liquor issues pending before the City Council to which the license holder is elected; P. Any person, firm or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license; Q. Any applicant who fails to obtain a state liquor license; R. A person who is not a beneficial owner of the business to be operated by the licensee; S. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by any of subsections (a)(3) through...subsection (V) have been met before any action on the corporation's license is initiated; W. In addition to other grounds specified in this chapter, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall refuse the issuance or renewal of a local liquor license, or suspend or revoke such license, for any of the following violations of any Tax Act administered by the Illinois Department of Revenue: 1. Failure to make a tax return, 2. The filing of a fraudulent return, 3. Failure

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Lisle · 3.2.6

Classification Of Licenses

Summary

This section classifies liquor licenses into six distinct classes, outlining the specific types of alcoholic beverages that can be sold and whether they are for on-premise or off-premise consumption for each class.

Section Text

liquor licenses shall be of the following classes: CLASS 1 - Tavern Class 1 licenses shall authorize the retail sale of all alcoholic liquors to be consumed on the premises designated therein, and the retail sale of alcoholic liquors only in original packages, unopened, for consumption off the premises, whereby the licensed establishment operating on the premises meets the definition of a "tavern" as stated in section 3-2-1 of this chapter. CLASS 2 - Retailer; All Alcohol On Premise Consumption...manufacturing area except during supervised tours; (C) Comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, payment of applicable taxes, procurement of any required federal brewer's notice, Illinois manufacturer's liquor license, Illinois craft brewer's license, and all other required licenses and permits concerning manufacture, packaging, storing, sale, and distribution of alcoholic beverages. CLASS 8 - Civic Organization; All Alcohol On Premise Consumption Class 8 licenses shall authorize the retail sale

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Burnham · 6.92

Applications

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for applying for a license as mandated by the chapter. It details the format, required information, and supporting documentation needed for various applicant types including individuals, partnerships, corporations, and clubs.

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manufacturer, importing distributor or distributor, not be a party in any way, directly or indirectly, to any violation by a manufacturer, distributor or importing distributor of 235 ILCS 5/6-6. (b) At the time of filing an application for a liquor license and upon the payment of the license fees for every subsequent renewal of a liquor license, the applicant or licensee shall provide proof to the local liquor control commissioner that he has obtained liquor liability (dramshop) insurance...partners of a partnership, all new officers or directors of a club, or all new officers, directors, managers, or shareholders owning more than five percent of a corporation shall satisfy all of the eligibility requirements for a liquor license as provided by this chapter. Failure to comply with the requirements of this subsection shall be grounds for revocation of any liquor license held by such licensee

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Maywood · 117.59

Liquor In Public Places: Vehicles; No Loitering

Summary

This ordinance prohibits drinking alcoholic liquor in public ways, Village-owned property, and motor vehicles, with exceptions for specially licensed events. It also restricts carrying open containers in vehicles and requires liquor licensees to prevent loitering on their premises.

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about any motor vehicle upon any public way in the Village except in the original package and with the seal unbroken. (C) It shall be a violation of the Village’s liquor ordinance for any holder of a liquor license to allow any person or persons to loiter on the licensed premises. The term loiter means: stand, sit or lie in or upon any private parking lot, private sidewalk, private walkway area, or private property utilized for public...hinder or obstruct unreasonably the free passage of pedestrians thereon or so as to prevent the free access into or out of the entrance(s) of any licensed premises, which is open to the public. A holder of a liquor license who violates this division shall be subject to citation and to all penalties provided in § 117.99, including but not limited to monetary fines and suspension or revocation of his liquor license. Upon presentation to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner

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Oakbrook Terrace · 111.009

Classifications of licenses

Summary

This section defines and classifies different types of liquor licenses available in Oakbrook Terrace. It outlines the specific types of alcoholic beverages and consumption allowances for each license class, including temporary permits.

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Liquor licenses to be issued under this subchapter shall be divided into the following classes: (A) Class A, which shall authorize the retail sale of all alcoholic liquors for consumption only on the licensed premises, including restaurants, cocktail lounges, and hotels. This license includes hotels that offer complimentary alcoholic liquor service as part ofthe nightly room rate. (B) Class B, which shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor only in the original package and not for consumption...exceed four days, and not to exceed 15 days in any one year, unless otherwise extended by the City Council. Such license may be issued to a licensee for events that would exceed the limitations on liquor sales under its existing license classification, or may be issued to an unlicensed person or for-profit or not-for-profit organization for a single temporary event. (D) Class D, which shall authorize the retail sale of all alcoholic liquors for consumption only

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Hainesville · 5.08.040

Suspension and revocation of liquor licenses

Summary

This section grants the liquor control commissioner the authority to revoke or suspend a liquor license if the licensee violates any state law, municipal ordinance, or the commissioner's own regulations. This power is to be exercised in accordance with established law.

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liquor control commissioner may, in accordance with law, revoke or suspend any license issued by him or her if he or she determines that the licensee has violated any state law, any municipal ordinance, or any applicable rule or regulation established by the liquor control commissioner which is not inconsistent with law. (Ord. 98-12-1 § 1 (part): prior code

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Carol Stream · 11.1.4

Suspension And Revocation Of Liquor Licenses

Summary

The Liquor Control Commissioner can revoke or suspend a liquor license if the licensee violates state law, municipal ordinance, or the Commissioner's own rules and regulations.

Section Text

Liquor Control Commissioner may, in accordance with law, revoke or suspend any license issued by him or her if he or she determines that the licensee has violated any state law, any municipal ordinance, or any applicable rule or regulation established by the Liquor Control Commissioner which is not inconsistent with

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Oswego · 3.7.11

Number of liquor licenses

Summary

This section establishes a cap on the number of liquor licenses permitted in Oswego, categorized by class. It also details that licenses become void and reduce the available count upon business alienation, lapse, relinquishment, sale, transfer, assignment, donation, or revocation.

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Class R 0 Class S-1 0 (B) Upon the alienation, lapse through non-renewal, relinquishment, sale, transfer, assignment or donation of the business that underlies the license to any third party or person other than the licensee, the liquor license shall automatically become void and the number of available licenses in that classification as authorized by the corporation authorities shall automatically and immediately be reduced by one. (C) In the event any license(s) shall be revoked by final...administrative action of the local liquor commissioner, and any appeals to the Illinois liquor commission or the courts of this state shall have been exhausted, such license(s) shall be automatically void and the village clerk shall decrease the number of authorized licenses by the number of such revoked license

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St. Charles · 5.08.095

Late night permit

Summary

This section establishes a late-night permit for Class B, C, and G1 liquor licenses in St. Charles, allowing operations until 1:00 a.m. or 2:00 a.m. The City Council reviews applications based on various criteria, and renewals are processed annually.

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establishments, 4. The applicant's prior business experience, 5. The public's health, safety and welfare, 6. Public Safety resources, 7. Market conditions, 8. Any other criteria that is relevant to the issuance, establishment, and administration of a retail liquor license. C. Annually, the late-night permit renewal process shall commence on the first City business day in February. Current late-night permit holders shall submit a renewal application and include any requested changes. License holders applying...permit. In addition, any new or renewal applications shall include a current business concept outlining the operations intended during the late-night permit term of one (1) year, in conjunction with the liquor license to be issued on May 1 of the same year. Failure to provide a timely late-night permit application on or before the date set in the application renewal process may result in a delay in issuing said license and permit by May 1 of that

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Elmwood Park · 4.4.5

Classification of Licenses

Summary

This section classifies licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in Elmwood Park into four types: Class A (tavern), Class B (package store), Class C (club), and Class R (restricted). It outlines what each license class permits and, for Class C, includes provisions for temporary club use permits.

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shall be $30 for each permit. Such permit shall expire within 24 hours from the date it was issued. The number of such permits shall be determined solely in the discretion of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner.(d) Class R License, restricted. This license shall only authorize the sale of alcoholic liquor mixed or prepared at a service bar in a restaurant by employees thereof, and taken by them to tables in such establishment occupied by patrons of such restaurant...wine for consumption only on the specified premises at any specific event by any church or not-for-profit organization, provided such event is organized for a purpose other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor. Such Class S license shall be in effect for up to five days as specified in the license.(f) Class W license, limited wine sales (packaged goods). This license shall authorize the retail sale, by a delicatessen or specialty food store, of "alcoholic

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River Grove · 5.24.6

Retail Liquor Licenses; Number Limited

Summary

This section limits the number of retail liquor licenses issued by the Village of River Grove, with specific caps for different license classes. It also outlines an automatic reduction in license numbers if a license is revoked or not renewed in a timely manner.

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number of licenses to engage in the business of retail liquor sales within each class in the Village is limited as follows: Class A licenses shall not exceed eight (8) per license year. Class B licenses shall not exceed twelve (12) per license year. Class C licenses shall not be available until further order of the board. Class N licenses shall not exceed two (2) per license year. Class R licenses shall not be available until further order

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North Aurora · 5.08.040

License required

Summary

This section establishes that a local retail liquor dealer's license is required to sell or offer alcoholic liquor at retail within the village. It also outlines restrictions on premises, consumption, and multiple locations.

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local retail liquor dealer's license. Notwithstanding the forgoing to the contrary, a person may sell or offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail if such person is acting as an employee of person who has a valid liquor license in the village for the premises on which the alcoholic liquor is being sold or offered for sale. B. No person who owns legal or equitable title to real estate in the village shall allow another person to sell...offer for sale alcoholic liquor on the premises unless the person selling or offering for sale the alcoholic liquor has obtained and maintains a valid local retailer's liquor license for such premises. C. Multiple persons shall not sell or offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail on any premises unless each person selling or offering for sale the alcoholic liquor has obtained a local retail liquor dealer's license for such premises. Nothing contained in this section shall

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Park City · 5.32.045

Class F liquor licenses

Summary

This section defines Class F liquor licenses, authorizing on-premises retail sale of alcoholic liquor. A key requirement is that at least thirty percent of the business's gross receipts must come from the sale of food for on-premises consumption.

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Class F licenses shall authorize the retail sale on the premises specified of alcoholic liquor for consumption. The sale of food to be consumed on the premises shall constitute thirty percent of the business gross receipts. (Ord. 1983-0-5 § 1 (part

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Palatine · 4.48

Conditions to the issuance of liquor licenses

Summary

This section outlines conditions for obtaining and maintaining liquor licenses in Palatine. It requires employees to hold specific permits, mandates on-site management with permits, and requires site plans detailing alcohol service areas. The commission can also impose additional reasonable conditions.

Section Text

licensees shall be required to comply with section 4-43 as a condition to the issuance of any new liquor license. A copy of the alcoholic beverage seller and server permit of all applicable employees and the list of registered employees shall be kept on the premises of the establishment at all times and made available to the village for inspection upon demand. Upon request, a licensee shall provide a list of all employees which are required to be registered...alcoholic beverage seller and server permit. (b) In addition to any other requirements in this chapter or conditions associated with the type of license obtained, the commission may impose reasonable conditions on the issuance or renewal of a liquor license. Such conditions may be based on the past operating history of the establishment, the neighborhood or environs in which the establishment is located and may include additional limitations on the hours otherwise permitted in the license classification sought

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Chicago · 4.60.170

Temporary Liquor Licenses.

Summary

This section allows the local liquor control commissioner to issue a temporary, non-renewable liquor license for up to 90 days. This is available to an applicant who has taken ownership of a hotel with over 200 units from a previous license holder.

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temporary, non-renewable license may also be issued by the local liquor control commissioner, for a period not to exceed 90 days, to an applicant for a full- term license if the licensed premises is a hotel containing more than 200 units for which a valid license in the same category has been issued in the name of another person, and the applicant has assumed ownership of the hotel from that person. (Added Coun

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Classes of licenses

Classification Of Licenses

LICENSE REQUIRED—RESTRICTIONS

No Issuance To City Debtor Or Nonconforming Premises

Liquor License Renewals

License Required

Conditions Of License

Overlay Permit Classification

Limitation On Number Of Local Liquor Licenses

19 Change Of Location

License—Restriction on issuance

Classification Of Licenses

Applications

Liquor In Public Places: Vehicles; No Loitering

Classifications of licenses

Suspension and revocation of liquor licenses

Suspension And Revocation Of Liquor Licenses

Number of liquor licenses

Late night permit

Classification of Licenses

Retail Liquor Licenses; Number Limited

License required

Class F liquor licenses

Conditions to the issuance of liquor licenses

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