How to get a Liquor License in Massachusetts?

To obtain a liquor license in Massachusetts, you need to apply through the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC). The process involves selecting the appropriate license type, completing the necessary application forms, and submitting them to the relevant authorities. The application process varies depending on the type of license you need, and it may require approval from both local and state authorities.

1. Determine the Type of License Needed

• Purpose: To identify the appropriate license for your specific needs.
• Instructions: Review the types of Alcoholic Beverage licenses offered by the ABCC and select the one that suits your needs. The types of licenses include Alcoholic Beverages Distributors Licenses, Alcoholic Beverages Direct-to-Consumer Licenses, Alcoholic Beverages Broker or Salesman Permits, Alcoholic Beverages Storage Permits, Alcoholic Beverages Transportation Permits, Alcoholic Beverages Manufacturer Licenses, One-Day Special Permits, and Out-of-State Licenses.

2. Complete the Application Form

• Purpose: To provide the necessary information for the license application.
• Estimated Cost: $200.00.
• Instructions: Complete the New Retail License Application or the Transfer Retail License Application. You also need to complete a CORI Authorization for each individual with beneficial interest in the entity that is applying and one for the proposed manager of record. This form must be notarized with a stamp or raised seal. You may also need to fill out Addendum A and Additional Information for additional space to list Proposed Officers, Stocks, or Ownership Interests or to provide any additional information for an application.

3. Submit the Application

• Purpose: To officially apply for the liquor license.
• Instructions: Submit your application to your Local Licensing Authority (LLA) and publish an advertisement of a public hearing within 10 days of your application. The hearing will be held between 10 and 30 days. The LLA must act on an application within 30 days of it being filed. If the LLA grants the license, your application will be forwarded to the ABCC within 3 days.

Useful Information Sources:

• Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission
• List of all Alcoholic Beverages Licenses
• Amend Your Alcoholic Beverages License (ABCC)

FAQs:

• What is the cost of applying for a liquor license in Massachusetts? The processing fee for the application is $200.00.
• How long does it take for the Local Licensing Authority (LLA) to act on an application? The LLA must act on an application within 30 days of it being filed.
• What happens after the LLA grants the license? If the LLA grants the license, your application will be forwarded to the ABCC within 3 days.
• Who do I contact for more information? For more information, you can contact the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission at 617-727-3040 or visit their website.

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