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Hawthorn Woods · 3.3.13

Term Of License; Renewals; Forfeitures

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This section outlines the duration of liquor licenses in Hawthorn Woods, specifying that most licenses are valid for one year and expire on January 31st. It also details the conditions for license renewal, emphasizing that renewal is not a vested right and the village can reduce the number of licenses issued. Furthermore, it establishes that a licensee ceasing business for over 30 consecutive days can result in license forfeiture.

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suspended as provided in this chapter. All licenses except class C, D, or E licenses shall expire on January 31 next following their issuance. Due to the change in the term of license effective in 2014, for current liquor license holders only, a prorated fee of three-fourths ( 3 / 4 ) the amount set forth in subsection 11-1-1I of this code shall be due by January 31, 2015. Thereafter, liquor license fees enumerated in subsection...Business; Forfeiture Of License: Any licensee who ceases to do business or closes his place of business for a period of more than thirty (30) successive days shall be subject to having his license declared forfeited and lapsed by order of the local liquor control commissioner

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Bartlett · 3.31.5

Application Form Required

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This section outlines the application requirements for a video gaming terminal license in Bartlett. Applicants must submit specific forms, state-issued licenses, village-issued liquor licenses (for establishments), and pay the required fees.

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licensed truck stop establishment location, and shall be accompanied by payment of the appropriate video gaming terminal license fee(s). For a licensed establishment, the application shall also include a copy of the applicant’s State of Illinois liquor license and a copy of the applicant’s Village of Bartlett liquor license, for that location. For a licensed truck stop establishment, the application shall include a copy of the applicant’s truck stop establishment license issued by the Illinois Gaming

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Westchester · 5.36.130

Number of licenses

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This section establishes the maximum number and classification of liquor licenses that can be issued by the Village of Westchester. It also stipulates that any license that is not renewed or is terminated will be permanently rescinded, reducing the total number of licenses for that class.

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total number and classification of liquor licenses to be issued by the village shall be, unless otherwise changed by action of the corporate authorities of the Village of Westchester: (1) Six class A licenses. (2) One class B license. (3) As many class C licenses as are required for persons or entities meeting the requirements of section 5.36.080(a)(3) of this Code. (4) Two class D-1 licenses. (5) Five class D-2 licenses. (6) One class...licenses at this time. (b) If any license of any class is not renewed or the license is surrendered, canceled, revoked, suspended, or otherwise terminated, such license shall be rescinded and not be restored, and the total number of liquor licenses of that class to be issued by the village shall be automatically reduced accordingly

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Long Grove · 3.2.4

Restriction of licenses

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This section outlines various criteria that disqualify individuals and entities from obtaining or renewing liquor licenses in Long Grove. It includes requirements related to character, citizenship, criminal convictions, and past license revocations.

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member of the board of trustees, and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor. (N) Any person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license. (O) Any person for the sale of any alcoholic liquor at any store or other place of business where the majority of customers are minors of school age, or where the principal business transacted consists of schoolbooks, school...insurance indicating that a policy of dramshop insurance is in force for the premises at which the licensee will operate in an amount not less than $2,000,000.00, except that the dramshop insurance requirement for a temporary liquor license shall be not less than $1,000,000.00. The certificate of insurance shall indicate that the Village shall be notified at least 21 days prior to the cancellation or modification of such policy

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Berwyn · 801.13

Fee Schedule

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This section establishes a fee schedule for various business licenses and permits in Berwyn, including alcoholic liquor dealers, ambulance services, amusements, auctions, and coin-operated machines. Fees vary based on license class, seating capacity, number of machines, or duration.

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Alcoholic liquor dealers. In addition to any other license or permit issued by the city, such as a business regulation certificate required under Chapter 802 or other additional business license, alcoholic liquor dealer licenses are based on the classification of license, as follows: Class Fee Time Period Class Fee Time Period Class A-1 $1,350 per year Class A-2 $1,050 per year Class A-3 $1,050 per year Class B-1 $1,725 per year Class

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Hometown · 11.59

Outdoor service areas; fee

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This section establishes regulations for outdoor service areas for licensed liquor establishments in Hometown. It outlines requirements for obtaining a license, specifies operational limitations including hours and fees, and grants the Mayor authority to impose conditions.

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shall be unlawful for any person to drink, consume, transport, carry or possess any alcoholic liquor, except in the original package and with the seal unbroken, from any licensed liquor establishment except into a licensed outdoor service area. Outdoor service area licenses are limited to establishments having full kitchen facilities and offering food service to customers. (B) The consumption and possession of alcoholic liquor shall be permitted in licensed outdoor service areas during the same hours of operation for which...operation. In no event shall the outdoor service area be open later than 12:00 midnight Monday through Sunday. (C) Application shall be made for an outdoor service area license upon such forms and with such attachments as required by the Mayor, serving in his capacity as the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. A diagram depicting the specific location and dimensions of the outdoor service area shall accompany the application. The annual fee for an outdoor service area license shall

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Elgin · 4.21.130

Suspension or revocation of licenses for failure to pay tax; hearing

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This section allows the liquor commission or relevant city official to suspend or revoke a license, permit, or other approval if a person is found to have willfully evaded paying, collecting, or remitting the alcohol tax. The individual is entitled to a hearing with at least seven days' notice.

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liquor commission or other city official responsible for the issuance of a city license, permit or other approval, including, but not limited to, a liquor license, after hearing held by or for the commission, shall find that any person has willfully evaded payment or collection and remittance of the tax imposed by this chapter, the commission may suspend or revoke such city license, permit or other approval held by such tax evader. The person shall have an opportunity...revocation hereunder shall release or discharge said person from such persons civil liability for the payment or collection and remittance of the tax, nor from prosecution for such offense. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any suspension or revocation of a liquor license shall follow the procedures set forth in, and otherwise comply with, the provisions of chapter 6.06. (Ord. No. G59-11, 2011; Code

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Chicago · 4.4.339

Walk-Up Service Windows.

Summary

This section defines and regulates walk-up service windows for businesses in Chicago, outlining operational requirements including hours of operation and restrictions on selling alcoholic liquor.

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window on the exterior wall of a building that is accessible to pedestrians and allows for the dispensing of retail goods to pedestrian customers and the payment for retail goods by pedestrian customers. (b) A business that is licensed by the City and that is located on the ground floor of a building may operate a walk-up service window on the premises of the business. Such operation shall be subject to the requirements of this section, any rules promulgated...sell alcoholic liquor, as that term is defined in Section 4-60-010, from a walk-up service window directly accessible from the public way. Provided, however, that this requirement shall not apply to: (A) establishments holding a valid liquor license that is subject to the provisions of Section 4-60-071; (B) establishments holding a valid Lakefront Venue liquor license pursuant to Section 4-60-073; (C) establishments holding a valid Riverwalk Venue liquor license pursuant to Section

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Oak Park · 3.4.1

Term

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This section establishes that most liquor licenses in Oak Park have a one-year term from their issuance date. However, special event licenses (Class E-1, E-2, E-3) have terms defined by another section of the article.

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Each liquor license, other than a special event Class E-1, E-2 and E-3 liquor license, shall terminate one year from date of issuance. Special event Class E-1, E-2 and E-3 liquor licenses shall be for a fixed period of time as set forth in section 3-4-2 of this article

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Oak Park · 3.4.1

Term

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This section establishes that most liquor licenses in Oak Park have a one-year term from their issuance date. However, special event licenses (Class E-1, E-2, E-3) have terms defined by another section of the article.

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Each liquor license, other than a special event Class E-1, E-2 and E-3 liquor license, shall terminate one year from date of issuance. Special event Class E-1, E-2 and E-3 liquor licenses shall be for a fixed period of time as set forth in section 3-4-2 of this article

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Berkeley · 4.2.12

Licensee Regulations Generally

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This section outlines general regulations for licensed premises in Berkeley, focusing on maintaining clean and sanitary conditions and specifying hours for the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages based on license class. It also briefly mentions restrictions on illuminated signs.

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liquor in the village, for consumption on or off the licensed premises, unless that person has successfully completed an alcohol sales and service training program, and that proof of such training is available for inspection at the licensed premises. 4. No local liquor licensee shall allow alcoholic liquor to be sold, served, or delivered except by a person who has successfully completed an alcohol sales and service training program. J. BYOB Licensees: The following provisions apply to holders of class...prohibitions against any persons carrying or transporting or possessing liquor in an unsealed and open condition. 8. The licensee shall be liable for violations of this chapter in the same manner as the holder of any other classification of liquor license including, but not limited to, violations for service to minors and the overserving of patrons. K. Access: The chief of police or his designees and/or any peace officer of the village police department wearing a uniform or displaying

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Richmond · 23.13

Records of Licenses

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RECORDS OF LICENSES. The Liquor Commissioner shall keep a complete record of all licenses issued under the terms of this Chapter

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Markham · 112.022

License Issuance

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This section outlines the process for issuing retail intoxicating liquor licenses in Markham. Upon approval by the Liquor Control Commissioner and payment of fees, the City Clerk issues the license, which must be signed by the Mayor and countersigned by the City Clerk, and is specific to a single described premise.

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Upon approval of the Liquor Control Commissioner and the payment of the required license fee, the City Clerk shall issue to the applicant a license to retail intoxicating liquors under the provisions of this chapter, indicating the classification under which such license is issued, the term for which such license was granted, the name of the license and the location of the premises. Said license shall be signed by the Mayor and countersigned by the City Clerk. Licenses issued hereunder

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Downers Grove · Sec 3.10

Persons Eligible For License

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This section outlines the eligibility criteria for obtaining or renewing a retail liquor license in Downers Grove. It states that licenses will only be issued or renewed to applicants who meet the requirements of the referenced state act and the Local Liquor Commissioner's discretion.

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retail liquor license shall be issued or renewed to any person, corporation or partnership who would not be eligible for a license under the provisions of the Act* or in the Local Liquor Commissioner's discretion *235 ILCS 5/6-2. (Ord. No. 244, § 4; Ord. No. 1741, §§ 11 to 14; Ord. No. 2388, § 6; Ord. No. 2541, § 5; Ord. No. 2735, § 1.) (Ord. 5413, Amended, 11/11/2014; Ord. 4768, Amended, 05/02/2006; 3881, Amended, 09/09/1996; 3596, Amended, 10/25/1993

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Homewood · 4.71

Change in ownership or control of certain business entities terminates license

Summary

This section requires non-publicly traded businesses holding liquor licenses to surrender their current license and submit a new application if there is a change in ownership or control exceeding five percent. Failure to comply can result in revocation of the existing license.

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This section shall apply to nonpublicly traded corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships or similar entities issued liquor licenses within the village. For purposes of this section, the term "publicly traded" shall refer to corporations that have issued securities that are traded on an open market. (b) The sale, transfer, assignment, or gift of more than a five percent interest in any business entity to a person or entity not listed in the existing license application shall constitute a change...ownership and require surrender of the current liquor license and submission of a new application pursuant to this division. Failure to surrender the current license and submit a new application prior to a change in ownership or control as defined in this subsection shall constitute grounds to revoke the existing liquor license. (Code

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Park Ridge · 12.6.1

LICENSE REQUIRED

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This section establishes that a City liquor license is required to engage in the regulated service of alcoholic beverages. It also mandates that the City license is contingent upon holding a valid state liquor license and requires all issued licenses and permits to be prominently displayed.

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shall be unlawful to engage in Regulated Service of any alcoholic beverage without first having obtained a City liquor license. Every person engaged in Regulated Service of alcoholic beverages in the City shall obtain the appropriate liquor license authorizing the service of the specific type and character of alcoholic beverages and the specific type of business or activity at which it may be provided. The fee to be paid for such licenses shall be as set forth in section...this code. B. Except for certain temporary City permits, there shall be no service of alcoholic beverage by the Licensee until the Licensee has obtained a liquor license required by the state. If the state suspends or revokes the state license for any reason, it shall be deemed a violation of the Park Ridge license if any service is made during the period of the state suspension or revocation. C. All licenses and permits issued pursuant to this chapter shall

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Mount Prospect · 13.201

License Required

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This section mandates that any entity serving alcoholic beverages within Mount Prospect must first obtain a Village liquor license. It also specifies that a state-required liquor license must be acquired before serving, with exceptions for temporary permits and management entity certifications, and requires all issued licenses to be prominently displayed.

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shall be unlawful to engage in regulated service of any alcoholic beverage without first having obtained a Village liquor license. Every person engaged in regulated service of alcoholic beverages in the Village shall obtain the appropriate liquor license authorizing the service of the specific type and character of alcoholic beverages and the specific type of business or activity at which it may be provided. The fee to be paid for such licenses shall be as set forth in appendix...division II of this Code. B. Except for a temporary Village permit or a management entity certification, there shall be no service of alcoholic beverage by the licensee until the licensee has obtained a liquor license required by the State for the service of alcoholic beverages. C. All licenses, permits, certifications and/or placards issued pursuant to this chapter shall be displayed in a prominent place that is visible to patrons

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Carol Stream · 11.2.27

Gambling

Summary

This section prohibits gambling on premises licensed to sell alcohol, with an exception for video gaming. Video gaming is restricted to establishments holding a Class V liquor license and a license from the Illinois Gaming Board.

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shall be unlawful to permit any gambling on any premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor, except as otherwise provided herein. (B) Video gaming shall be permitted only in establishments that have a Class V liquor license issued in accordance with the provisions of this code. (C) Only establishments issued a Class V liquor license are authorized to operate video gaming terminals within the village when licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board pursuant to the provisions of the Illinois Gaming

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Mundelein · 5.76.350

Bring your own (BYO) wine authorization

Summary

This ordinance allows holders of certain liquor licenses in Mundelein to permit customers to bring their own commercially manufactured wine for on-premises consumption, provided it is opened by a BASSET-qualified employee and consumed with a meal.

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person or entity with a village Class A, A1, F, FB, or G liquor license under Section 5.76.140 of this code is permitted to allow customers to bring their own wine for consumption on the licensed premises pursuant to this section. B. The BYO authorization for village Class A, A1, F, FB, or G liquor license holders allows patrons to consume wine that was not purchased on the licensed premises but was brought to the licensed premises by patrons, subject...shall comply with the provisions of Section 5.76.190 in allowing customers to bring their own wine for consumption on the licensed premises pursuant to this Section 5.76.350. C. If the licensee's Class A, A1, F, FB, or G liquor license under Section 5.76.140 is suspended or revoked, the BYO authorization is also suspended or revoked. D. The BYO authorization shall only be effective during the hours of operation established by the licensee's Class

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Oak Forest · 111.52

Fees; Term

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This section of the Oak Forest municipal ordinance outlines the various fees associated with different classes of alcoholic beverage licenses, including taverns, restaurants, beer gardens, outdoor cafes, liquor stores, convenience businesses, and combined licenses. It also specifies when these fees are due, the license expiration date, where to pay, and refund procedures for unissued licenses.

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Beer Garden" license granted hereunder shall be in the amount of $350. (6) The fee for any Class D "Outdoor Café" license granted hereunder shall be in the amount of $200. (7) The fee for any Class E "Liquor Store" license granted hereunder shall be in the amount of $1,500. (8) The fee for any Class F "Convenience Business" license granted hereunder shall be in the amount of $1,500. (9) The fee for any Class G "Combined" license...Commissioner to sell or serve liquor in the city. The temporary license shall be limited in time, and the location for the use of the license shall be defined. Applications shall be made directly to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, and the licenses, when granted by the Commissioner, do not require a fee. (C) All license fees shall be paid in advance on or before April 15 April in each year. (D) Every license shall expire on April 30 following

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Berwyn · 827.01

Automatic Amusement Machines

Summary

This section defines automatic amusement machines, beercades, and youth arcades in Berwyn, requiring a general license for their operation and limiting the total number of such machines and devices allowed per establishment.

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Code provisions related to liquor and other licenses required for the operation of a beercade. (3) License fee. The fee for a beercade license shall be $2,500, which shall be inclusive of the costs of any and all liquor licenses or other required licenses for the operation of the establishment. (4) Restriction of use by minors. (a) No person who has obtained a license pursuant to this division shall, at any store or in connection with any other place

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Wood Dale · 5.503

Penalties Upon Hearing Before The Local Liquor Control Commissioner

Summary

This section outlines the penalties for violations of Wood Dale's liquor ordinances, allowing the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to revoke, suspend, or fine licensees based on the severity and frequency of violations. Repeated violations within a 12-month period lead to mandatory license revocation.

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alleged violation, if the Mayor, as Local Liquor Control Commissioner, finds that there was any violation of the ordinances of the City or Statutes of the State of Illinois, he or she may revoke any retail liquor dealer's license, in which case any bond of the licensee shall thereby be forfeited. In lieu of revocation of the license and forfeiture of bond, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend and/or fine such licensee as follows: 1. If the Local...first and second violation within a twelve (12) month period as specified in the master fee schedule. 3. For a third violation within any twelve (12) month period, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall not suspend the retail liquor dealer's license and/or fine the licensee, but shall revoke the license, and any bond of the licensee shall thereby be forfeited. (Ord. O-18-024, 7-19-2018) B. A separate offense shall be deemed to have been committed

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Markham · 112.061

Unlawful Sales

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This section prohibits licensees from selling or promoting prohibited alcoholic liquor sales, including happy hour specials and specific container sizes for spirits and beer/wine. It also restricts the sale of certain small-capacity off-premise containers and individual cans.

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Limitations. (1) It shall be unlawful for any licensee to sell or offer for sale at the licensed premises alcoholic liquor prohibited from being sold by the Illinois Liquor Control Act of 1934 as amended, including but not limited to, Happy Hour sale prohibitions identified in Section 6-28 of the Illinois Liquor Control Act as amended (235 ILCS 5/6-28). (2) It shall be unlawful for any licensee, or any employee or agent of any licensee, on licensed premises where...shall only be delivered to two or more persons of 21 years of age or older, at one time. (3) It shall be unlawful for any licensee, or any employee or agent of any licensee, on any licensed premises where alcoholic liquor is sold or offered for sale, to sell or offer for sale at retail for consumption off the premises: (a) Spirits as defined in Section 100 definitions or the Illinois Liquor Control Act in an original container having

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Rockdale · 26.443

Sexually oriented business and sale or distribution of liquor prohibited on same premises

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This ordinance prohibits the issuance of liquor licenses and the sale or consumption of alcohol on the premises of any sexually oriented business. It also prevents sexually oriented businesses from operating in any structure where liquor is sold or distributed.

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liquor license shall be issued and no liquor shall be sold or consumed on the premises of any sexually oriented businesses. In addition, no sexually oriented businesses shall be allowed to locate in any structure in which any liquor is sold or distributed in any manner

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Merrionette Park · 110.09

Class E restaurant and dining room license

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This section outlines the requirements for a Class E restaurant and dining room license in Merrionette Park, which permits the sale of liquor for on-premises consumption at tables only. It prohibits bars or counters for selling or consuming food or liquor.

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license for the sale of liquor may be granted upon compliance with the other provisions hereof to any restaurant or dining room engaged primarily in the sale of food for consumption on the premises; providing, that the same shall serve food at tables only and shall regularly have, on the premises, tables and chairs capable of comfortably seating not less than 50 persons, and provided further, that no such license shall be granted to any establishment maintaining...size and of good repute. (B) All liquor sold under this section shall be for consumption upon the premises in the restaurant or dining room only, and it shall be unlawful and cause for revocation of the license to sell any alcoholic liquor over the counter, at a bar, or in packages. No license shall be issued under any circumstances to any establishment maintaining a bar or counter, as aforesaid. The annual license fee for a class E restaurant

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