The formal application for obtaining an “on-premises” liquor license is very extensive and requires substantial information. Below is a checklist of the information required in the New York State Liquor Authorities’ On Premises Retail Application.
- Method of Operation
- Right to Premises
- Personal Questionnaire (for each Principal, Lender, Donor, Joint Account Holder, etc.)
- Landlord Identification
- Notice of Appearance (if represented by someone other than the applicant)
- Financial Disclosure
- Applicant’s Statement
- 500 Foot Law Statement
- Statement of Area Plan
- Establishment Questionnaire
- Community Board/Municipality Notification and Proof of Delivery (using the Standardized Form, see above for more information)
- Bond, form L-9
- Detailed Diagrams which include interior and Block Plot (aerial view of the building showing & labeling nearby businesses/residences)
- Investment Records showing the source and availability of the funds to be used for the venture
- Lease/Deed/Contracts
- Letter of request to waive the 2 bathroom rule (only if 1 bathroom)
- Maximum Occupancy Certificate (if requesting the Bathroom Waiver)
- Menu
- Photo Identification for all applicant Principals (copies only)
- Photos of applicants Principals
- Photos of the proposed premises (exterior and interior-including kitchen area)
- Proof of Citizenship for all applicant principals NOT currently licensed with the NYS Liquor Authority (ex: copy of Birth Certificate, US Passport, Certificate of Naturalization, Permanent Resident card)
ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS BEFORE A LICENSE CAN BE ISSUED (CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL):
- Assumed Name Filing Receipt (if DBA is used)
- Newspaper Affidavit
- Certificate of Authority to Collect Sales Tax
- Photos of the premises showing ready to open and operate
- Certificate of Occupancy
- NYS Department of State Corporate Filing receipt
- Worker’s Compensation & Disability Insurance Policy numbers AND Carrier names OR a Certificate of Attestation of Exemption form coverage
