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**NEW ON-LINE PAYMENTS FOR LOCAL FEES**
The Town of Castle Rock now accepts on-line payments for Local license fees. State fees must still be made by check to the Colorado Department of Revenue.
Please note: e-Checks are charged a $1 convenience fee; and credit cards charge a fee of $0.75 + 2.25%. (for example, a $100 fee would calculate to a total charge of $103.02).
(click on image below to pay on-line)
Please sign in at a kiosk when you enter Townhall
If we are unavailable to meet with you, you have the following options:
- Submit paperwork to the Finance counter to forward to the Clerk's Office.
(Staff will not be able to answer questions) - Email us with any questions
- Email us if you require an appointment
All forms should be submitted to the Town first as the Local Licensing Authority. After approval by the Town, forms are submitted to the State. If you have questions, email us.
Mail complete application, attachments and local and State fees to:
Castle Rock Town Clerk
Attn: Lisa Anderson
100 N. Wilcox St.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
Please see tabs below for specific applications, information, and fees.
APPROVALS
Hearings - Local and State Approval: License types approved locally listed under New tab
Administrative Approval: Special Event Liquor Permits, Tastings at Liquor Stores
State-Only Approval: Importer, Manufacturer, Wholesaler
Liquor law
It is a licensee's responsibility to be in compliance - refer to the State website for any updates to liquor laws, rules and regulations.
Compliance checks
Compliance checks and inspections are performed by the Police Department and the Colorado Department of Revenue.
State Department of Revenue Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division
Renewals (submit at least 60 days prior to expiration)
If you need to renew your license, please use the Renewal Application Form the State mails to you 60 to 90 days before your license expires, or use the form linked below.
The applicant must submit to the Town Clerk's Office
- Application
- Certificate of Good Standing (or affidavit of lawful presence if you are a sole proprietor or a husband and wife partnership)
- Check to the Town of Castle Rock (see fees below) option for local fees
- Check to the Colorado Department of Revenue (see fees below)
Manager Permit renewals for Liquor Licensed Drugstores
The applicant must submit to the Town Clerk's Office
- Application and write "RENEW" at the top of the form
- Check to the Colorado Department of Revenue for $100
Note: If you have any changes to the manager, premise, etc., see information under the changes tab and submit the appropriate documents and fees.
Renewal fees (includes $100 renewal and license fees)
| Town of Castle Rock |
Colorado Department of Revenue | |
|---|---|---|
| Art License | $141.25 | $308.75 |
| Beer and Wine License | $148.75 | $351.25 |
| Brew-Pub License | $175.00 | $750.00 |
| Club License | $141.25 | $308.75 |
| Hotel & Restaurant License Hotel & Restaurant with One Optional Premise |
$175.00 | $500.00 $600.00 |
| Liquor Licensed Drugstore | $122.50 | $227.50 |
| Lodging & Entertainment License | $175.00 | $500.00 |
| Fermented Malt Beverage License | $103.75 | $96.25 |
| Retail Liquor Store License | $122.50 | $227.50 |
| Tavern License | $175.00 | $500.00 |
| Late Renewal before 90 days past due | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Reissue Fee (90-180 days past due) | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Application Reissue Fine | $25/day beyond 90 days | $25/day beyond 90 days |
New liquor license
Applications must be held for 30 days before they are heard by the Liquor Licensing Authority, per State law. This 30 days begins once an application is received and considered complete by the Town Clerk's Office.
Ensure you comply with multiple interests. For example you may not have more than one Retail Liquor Store License.
The process generally takes two to three months from the time a complete application is received. The Town must receive State approval and have your certificate of occupancy prior to issuing your license.
Hearing
- Town Council appoints a Colorado-licensed attorney as the hearing officer to act as the Liquor Licensing Authority.
- Hearings are conducted for new licenses and suspensions or revocations.
- Hearings are held in Council Chambers at Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox St.
- Hearing notices must be posted at the location address and published in the paper at least 10 days prior to the hearing. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the notice remains posted at the location until after the hearing.
Distance Restrictions - RLS, LLDS, FMB:
New Retail Liquor Stores (RLS) and Liquor Licensed Drug Stores (LLDS): Must be at least 1,500 feet from another RLS or LLDS.
New Fermented Malt Beverage (FMB) licenses (beginning January 1, 2019): Must be at least 500 feet from an RLS and 1,500 from an LLDS.
Distance Restrictions from Schools:
- New liquor licenses must be 500' feet from schools operating prior to October 31, 2018 unless the school signs a waiver.
- There are no distance restrictions to schools that began operating after October 31, 2018.
- State-only issued liquor licenses do not have a distance restriction (i.e., Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries)
- 3.2% Beer licenses in operation prior to January 1, 2019 do not have a distance restriction to new or existing schools. *
* Beginning in January 2019, 3.2% Beer Licenses are converted to Fermented Malt Beverage Licenses (FMB) and new licenses must comply with distance restrictions above.
Due to Town Clerk at least 30 days prior to setting a hearing date:
- Application - Include all required attachments (or Fermented Malt Beverage application)
- Fill out if you are a sole proprietor or if you are a husband and wife partnership
- Individual history report for a background check for each officer of the business
- Copies of:
- Drivers license
- Local sales tax and business license
- TTB permit (if Brewpub license)
- Fingerprints - Required for each officer of the business and the registered manager.
- Schedule an appointment Online: https://uenroll.identogo.com/workflows/25YQ6K or Call: (844) 539-5539
- Service Code 25YQ6K (for liquor license)
- CBI Account Number: CONCJ5026
- You will receive an email confirming your appointment, what to bring with you, and the amount due
- Diagram 8 1/2" x 11" of Licensed Premise marked as follows:
- All levels, if applicable
- Dimensions
- Exits
- Kitchen area
- Liquor storage area
- Outdoor areas including fences, etc.
- Outline entire area that is to be licensed in BOLD
Two checks payable to:
- Check to the Town of Castle Rock (see fees below) option for local fees
- Check to the Colorado Department of Revenue (see below)
*Concurrent Review - State will begin reviewing during the 30-day waiting period
Due 5 Days prior to the Hearing:
- Petition and report for the district in which the business is located
- Certification that all servers have completed TIPS training (list of trainers)
Petition companies
- Oedipus Inc., 303-661-0638
- Liquor Licensing Professionals, 719-390-8844, email
- Esquire Petitioning Services, 303-331-8600, email
Upon approval by the Liquor Licensing Authority and the Colorado Department of Revenue as well as confirmation of a certificate of occupancy and compliance, a license will be issued.
Master files
If this is a Master File, submit a letter from the State that confirms your Master File.
If you have a Master File and have already submitted fingerprints to the State, you do not need to submit fingerprints or the fingerprint fee to the Town Clerk's Office.
New application fee (includes application and license fees)
|
|
Town of Castle Rock |
Colorado Department of Revenue |
|---|---|---|
|
Concurrent Review by State
|
|
$100.00 in addition to fees below
|
|
Art Gallery Permit
|
$103.75
|
$71.25
|
|
Art License
|
$1,041.25
|
$908.75
|
|
Beer and Wine License
|
$1,048.75
|
$901.25
|
|
Brew-Pub License
|
$1,075.00
|
$1,300.00
|
|
Club License
|
$1,041.25
|
$858.75
|
|
Hotel and Restaurant License
|
$1,075.00
|
$1,050.00
|
|
Liquor Licensed Drugstore
|
$1,022.50
|
$777.50
|
|
Lodging & Entertainment License
|
$1,075.00
|
$1050.00
|
|
Fermented Malt Beverage License
|
$1,003.75
|
$646.25
|
|
Retail Liquor Store License
|
$1,022.50
|
$777.50
|
|
Tavern License
|
$1,075.00
|
$1,050.00 |
There are several other licenses not listed, as we do not currently have these in Castle Rock: Campus Liquor Complex, Distillery Pub, Optional Premise, Racetrack, Resort Complex, Retail Gaming Tavern, and Vinters Restaurant.
Note: Importer, Manufacturer, and Wholesaler licenses are licensed only through the State.
Submit all items to the Town Clerk's Office
Modifications to premise
- Form DR8442 with requested attachments
- Diagram 8 1/2" x 11" of Licensed Premise marked as follows (all levels if applicable):
- Dimensions
- Exits
- Kitchen area
- Liquor storage area
- Outdoor areas including fences, etc
- Outline entire area that is to be licensed in BOLD
- Amended lease agreement if expanding or decreasing area
- $150 for Permanent Modification to the Colorado Department of Revenue -OR-
- $300 for Temporary Modification to the Colorado Department of Revenue
Manager and other changes
- Form DR8442 with requested attachments
- Individual History Report
- Fingerprints - Required for each officer of the business.
- Schedule an appointment Online: https://uenroll.identogo.com/workflows/25YQ6K or Call: (844) 539-5539
- Service Code 25YQ6K (for liquor license)
- CBI Account Number: CONCJ5026
- You will receive an email confirming your appointment, what to bring with you, and the amount due
- Check payable to the Colorado Department of Revenue for $75. ($100 if it is a Liquor Licensed Drugstore)
- Check to the Town of Castle Rock (see fees below) option for local fees
- Certification that all servers have completed TIPS training (list of trainers)
Location changes
- Current location must be within Castle Rock
- Form DR8442 with requested attachments
- Lease agreement
- Diagram 8 1/2" x 11" of Licensed Premise marked as follows (all levels if applicable):
- Dimensions
- Exits
- Kitchen area
- Liquor storage area
- Outdoor areas including fences, etc
- Outline entire area that is to be licensed in BOLD
- $150 to the Colorado Department of Revenue
- $750 to the Town of Castle Rock option for local fees
New location will be posted for a public hearing date at least 30 days from the date your complete application is submitted and 10 days prior to the hearing date. Applicants are responsible to ensure the notice remains posted until after the hearing.
Prior to the hearing for location change
- Must submit a petition and report for the district in which the business is located
- Certification that all servers have completed TIPS training (list of trainers)
Petition companies
Upon approval by the Liquor Licensing Authority and the Colorado Department of Revenue as well as confirmation of a certificate of occupancy and compliance, a license will be issued.
All other changes
- see State forms
Application
Change of Corporate or Trade Name
- Application
- $50 to the Colorado Department of Revenue
Corporate/LLC Change
- Application
- $100 (per person) to the Town of Castle Rock option for local fees
- If Master file - another check for $500 to the Colorado Department of Revenue
Permits are issued for specific dates, times and for areas indicated in the diagram only. No adjustments may be made after approval.
Special Event Permit authorizes
- The sale of alcohol beverages at a private event by the drink
- The sale or serving of alcohol beverages to the public by the drink
A special event liquor permit will not be issued for a premise that currently holds a liquor license. Exceptions to this law are for a club, arts, limited winery or wine festival license.
Permits are required if:
- The event is open to the public or has been publicly advertised
- Alcohol is being sold or being given away.
- Admission is being charged which includes alcohol.
Important to remember
- Applicants are liable for any violations of liquor leaving the premise or outside liquor entering the premise
- Applicants are liable for any violations of underage serving or over-serving patrons
- Alcohol must be purchased from a licensed wholesaler, retail liquor store, liquor licensed drugstore, brewpub, distillery pub or vintner’s restaurant
- Donated alcohol can now be sold by the drink; it must be from a licensed wholesaler, retail liquor store, liquor licensed drugstore, brewpub, distillery pub or vintner’s restaurant
- Net profits of liquor sales after expenses must be retained by the applicant
- Food or snacks must be available for purchase or complimentary
- Each nonprofit is limited to holding 15 events per year in Colorado
- Raffles require you to hold a Bingos and Raffles license, issued by the Colorado Secretary of State
Applicants for Special Event Permits must be one of the following
- Nonprofit incorporated pursuant to Colorado law for purposes of a social, fraternal, patriotic, political or athletic nature.
- Regularly nonprofit chartered branch, lodge or chapter of national organization or society.
- Regularly established religious or philanthropic institution.
- Political candidate who has filed the necessary reports with the Colorado Secretary of State.
- Municipality-owned arts facilities including special districts at which productions of an artistic or cultural nature are held.
- All applicants, including municipal, county or special district organizations, are limited to holding 15 events per year in the State of Colorado.
Applying for a Special Event Permit
For events on private property (non-Town property - streets or parks, etc.)
30 Days prior to your event, submit to Town Clerk's Office:
- Special Event Liquor Permit Application
- Questionnaire
- Diagram 8 ½” x 11” showing dimensions of the following:
- Exits
- Outlining boundaries
- Type of boundary / fencing, signage and staffing to ensure no liquor is leaving the premise or outside liquor entering the premise
- Contract for use of premise
- Certificate of Good Standing for Non-Profit issued by Secretary of State (obtain from website - Nonprofit Search)
- Mobile vendors must be inspected by the Fire Department
- Political candidates - copies of reports and statements filed with the Secretary of State
- $25 payable to Town of Castle Rock option for local fees
For events on public property, streets, or facilities:
30 Days prior to your event, submit to Town Clerk's Office:
- All Items listed for private events
- Online application: Submit your online application at Hosting an Event
- Insurance certificate with Town named as additional insured with Liquor rider
- Security contract (Police determine if police contract or security company is used - email)
- Approved Street Closure from Public Works (if applicable)
- If at Miller Park - contract with beverage service (email)
- Certification that all servers have completed TIPS training (list of trainers)
Known TIPS Instructors:
Flying Horse Catering, 303-688-4321, email
Oedipus Inc., 303-661-0638
Liquor Licensing Professionals, 719-390-8844, email
Esquire Petitioning Services, 303-331-8600, email
Tasting permits
- Tasting permits are approved by the local authority, the Town of Castle Rock
- Retail liquor stores may conduct up to 104 tastings in-store, per year
- Dates must run concurrently with your license
- No more than four tastings may be scheduled in a one week period
- Tastings may be scheduled for five hours or less between the hours of 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
- Changes must be submitted to the Town Clerk at least 72 hours in advance
What to submit for tasting permit
- Completed tasting permit application
- $200 fee payable to the Town of Castle Rock option for local fees
- TIPS certification training documentation for servers
- Tasting schedule including dates and times
T
ransfer liquor license
Once a complete application has been received and preliminary reviewed, a Temporary Liquor License may be obtained to serve alcohol if the request is submitted along with the additional fee (see below).
Once the State issues the liquor license, we will then issue the local liquor license and mail to the applicant.
The applicant must submit to the Town Clerk's Office
- Application - Include all required attachments (or 3.2% beer license application)
- Fill out if you are a sole proprietor or if you are a husband and wife partnership
- Individual history report for a background check for each officer of the business
- Affidavit of transfer
- Wholesaler Affidavit of Compliance
- Temporary permit application (if desired)
- Copies of:
- Drivers license
- Local sales tax and business license
- TTB permit (if Brewpub license)
- Fingerprints - Required for each officer of the business.
- Schedule an appointment Online: https://uenroll.identogo.com/workflows/25YQ6K or Call: (844) 539-5539
- Service Code 25YQ6K (for liquor license)
- CBI Account Number: CONCJ5026
- You will receive an email confirming your appointment, what to bring with you, and the amount due
- Diagram 8 1/2" x 11" of Licensed Premise marked as follows:
- All levels, if applicable
- Dimensions
- Exits
- Kitchen area
- Liquor storage area
- Outdoor areas including fences, etc.
- Outline entire area that is to be licensed in BOLD
- Certification that all servers have completed TIPS training (list of trainers)
- Two checks payable to:
- Town of Castle Rock (see below) option for local fees
- Colorado Department of Revenue (see below)
- Town of Castle Rock (see below) option for local fees
- If you request a Temporary License, please add $100 to the check to the Town of Castle Rock
Transfer fees (includes application and license fees)
|
Town of Castle Rock |
Colorado Department of Revenue | |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary License Request | $100.00 in addition to fee below | |
| Art License | $791.25 | $908.75 |
| Beer and Wine License | $798.75 | $901.25 |
| Brew-Pub License | $825.00 | $1,300.00 |
| Club License | $791.25 | $858.75 |
| Hotel and Restaurant License |
$825.00 | $1,050.00 |
| Liquor Licensed Drugstore Additional Liquor Licensed Drugstore |
$772.50 $772.50 |
$777.50 $977.50 |
| Lodging & Entertainment License | $825.00 | $1,050.00 |
| Fermented Malt Beverage License | $753.75 | $646.25 |
| Retail Liquor Store License | $772.50 | $777.50 |
| Tavern License | $825.00 | $1,050.00 |