Seminole County, FL Liquor License

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Planning to open or relocate a business in Seminole County, Florida, and sell alcohol? This guide will help you navigate the Liquor License process. If you’re already there and expanding, ensure a smooth application by knowing some key details for success in Seminole County.

Beginning the Liquor License Application Process in Seminole County

In Florida, each city and county has its own liquor license regulations, possibly requiring extra applications for your location. You’ll need specific documentation for the application process, which is standard across the state for all counties. Ensure you have these documents ready before you start your application.

Municipal zoning approval
Fingerprinting
Personal information for all principals including Social Security number, phone numbers, and addresses
Any criminal records
Right of Occupancy
Contracts for management
Sketch of floor plan for the establishment
Sales and Use tax registration from the Florida Department of Revenue
Document registration number from the state of Florida
Federal employer’s identification number

When this documentation has been gathered and the application has been filled out, our team at Beverage License Specialists is standing by and ready to help. Let us know if you have questions before submitting your application.

Different Types of Seminole County, Florida Alcoholic Beverage Licenses

There are a wide variety of available licenses and permits for alcoholic beverages available through the Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco. These licenses vary depending on what type of business you run. Some examples of the variety of businesses that can sell alcoholic beverages include the following types of operations:

Full-service bars and restaurants
Packaged beer and wine for off-premises consumption
Consumption on-premises for beer and wine only
Caterers
Culinary education programs
Hotels and motels
Transportation establishments such as railroads, boats, buses, airplanes or other passenger vessels
Event centers and performing arts facilities
Lodges, fraternal order groups, athletic clubs and golf clubs
Specialty and temporary permits

Choosing the Right Liquor License for Seminole County, FL

Navigating the vast array of available permits can be daunting. Consulting an advisor at Beverage License Specialists can help you determine the best type of license for your establishment. Even if your business only serves beer and wine on-premises, you may have business expansion ideas for the future that include different types of alcohol sales. Choosing a permit that allows your business to evolve and change may be more appropriate from the get-go rather than re-applying for a different license down the line.

Nightlife establishments that generate 49% or more in total revenue from the sale of alcoholic beverages require a Quota License. If a business generates 51% or more of its total revenue through the sale of food and non-alcoholic beverages, they may qualify for a 4COP/SFS license. There is an unlimited number of these types of licenses available while Quota Licenses are only available on a limited basis based on the population of a given county.

Let Us Help You Navigate the Process

No matter what type of license your Seminole County Florida business needs, we are here to assist so that you can save time and focus on your business, operations, and advertising. Contact us today.

Our customer-focused, deeply knowledgeable team is available by phone at 954-369-5858